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What is the ACCA Approved Employer programme?

The ACCA Approved Employer Programme provides a framework for supporting ACCA students and members, for organisations that demonstrate high standards of staff training and development.

What does the programme do?

The ACCA Approved Employer Programme recognises employers’ high standards of staff training and development.

We are committed to ensuring our students, affiliates and members have the right skills, ethics and competences to add value and drive businesses around the world forward.

Employer support

Employers play a vital role in ensuring they have access to regular professional development and support.

If your organisation upholds the highest levels of employee support you may be able to become an approved employer. There are many benefits, from aiding talent acquisition, to promoting your business and involvement in our research and insight. Learn more about the benefits.

Reward and recognition

We want to recognise and reward those organisations that support the ACCA Qualification. In building our relationships with Approved Employers, we look to ensure that the highest standards for employers, students and members are met.

What do Approved Employers think?

  • 81% say their Approved Employer status helps them attract and retain good quality graduates and finance employees.
  • 75% say their Approved Employer status is important to them.
  • 72% say their Approved Employer status offers significant benefit to their finance employees.

Want to know more about our Approved Employer programme?

If you've got any questions, or want to find out more, get in touch to let us know how we can help.

What are the benefits?

Learn about the benefits of becoming an Approved Employer, like recruiting  talent and a simplified route to completing CPD for your ACCA members.

What types of approval are available?

There are 3 different types of approval stream, each designed to support you and your ACCA employees. 

Guidance on how to apply

Find out what you need to do to become an ACCA Approved Employer; and what information you need to provide.