
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
(ACCA)
Launch your Global Accounting Career with Big 4s & Top MNCs



Duration
12-18 months study period
Salary Range*
₹8 LPA - ₹10 LPA
Scope
Career opportunities in India & Abroad




Imarticus Learning and KPMG in India collaborate together to create industry-led programs with real-world case studies, curated resources, internships, and a joint certification — bridging academics with practical expertise for career success.
Joint Certification:
Showcase your expertise with a joint certification upon completing the program, giving your resume a competitive edge.
Tailored Learning Materials:
Access exclusive resources specially designed for ACCA, US CPA, US CMA, CFA and FRM aspirants.
Expert Webinars and Live Sessions:
Monthly webinars on current trends and industry insights. One-hour live sessions conducted by KPMG in India experts (12 sessions annually).

Joint Certification:
Showcase your expertise with a joint certification upon completing the program, giving your resume a competitive edge.
Tailored Learning Materials:
Access exclusive resources specially designed for ACCA, US CPA, US CMA, CFA and FRM aspirants.
Expert Webinars and Live Sessions:
Monthly webinars on current trends and industry insights. One-hour live sessions conducted by KPMG in India experts (12 sessions annually).

Build Real-World Skills:
Solve 23 business case studies from top 5 global finance courses, aligned with your sessions and evaluated by KPMG in India experts.

Internships for Top Performers:
Stand out with a unique opportunity to intern at KPMG in India, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to global industry practices.
Eligibility:
Open to the top performers who excel in internal assessments and pass the certification exam.

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Are you eligible for ACCA?
The minimum eligibility criteria for ACCA is 10+2 passed with English and Accounts/Mathematics with 65% marks in each and overall 50% marks. Candidates not meeting this criteria can join ACCA through ACCA Foundation in Accounting ( FIA ) route.
ACCA is ideal for
- Undergraduates pursuing BBA or BCom
- Graduates and postgraduates aiming to build a career in Accounting and Finance
- CA (India) / CMA (India) students who are mid-way through or unable to complete their course
- Qualified CA (India), CMA (India), or CS (India) professionals
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Exemptions in ACCA
Those with qualifications higher than 10+2 can get exemptions from some specific papers.
Get exemption up to 5 specific papers
Get exemption up to 6 or more on particular papers
Get exemption on 9 specific papers
Candidates can check for applicable exemptions at the ACCA Exemption Calculator
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Industry-aligned ACCA preparation program in collaboration with KPMG in India

ACCA curriculum overview
The ACCA qualification is divided into three levels: Knowledge, Skill, and Professional. The Knowledge level includes 3 subjects, the Skill level has 6 subjects, and the Professional level consists of 2 compulsory subjects along with 2 electives chosen from a set of 4.
Applied Knowledge Level
Applied Skills Level
Strategic Professional Level
Business and Technology (BT)
ACCA paper on Business and Technology aims to develop an understanding of the modern business environment and the functioning of accounts and finance domains in businesses and provide insight into the principles of efficient management. In ACCA subjects, the Business and Technology paper is short-coded as BT.
Topics covered
Organisational structure, leadership, and management in business
Business Environmental factors
Accounting in business, Accounting functions
Accounting and Finance control processes in a business
Managing a business, its resources and finances
Building efficient teams and business functions
Management Accounting (MA)
ACCA paper on Management Accounting is more of a quantitative-focused subject which makes you learn management decision-making processes, prepare various financial reports for a business and analyse quantitative information. In ACCA subjects, a Management Accounting paper is short-coded as MA.
Topics covered
Concept of cost and management accounting
Types of costs, behaviour, and goal
Fundamentals of business mathematics, spreadsheets
Cost Accounting Techniques, Calculations
Costing, Budgeting, Planning and Analysis
Management Techniques for making decisions
Financial Accounting (FA)
The ACCA paper on Financial Accounting starts from the basics of accounting, such as double-entry accounting, financial statements, laws of financial accounting, profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, principles of accounting, etc. In ACCA subjects, a Financial Accounting paper is short-coded as FA.
Topics covered
Principles of financial accounting
Double-entry accounting methods use
Financial reporting basics
Journal, Ledger, Trial balance preparation
Financial data and preparation of financial statements
Analysing Income, Cash flow statement, balance sheet, principles of accounting, etc.
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Your ACCA learning journey
1
ACCA APPLIED KNOWLEDGE LEVEL
- Enrol for the ACCA course
- Get ACCA books and access to the learning management system
- Start learning with the ACCA pre-course
- Take live classes and use study tools
- Pass Applied Knowledge Level Exams
2
ACCA APPLIED SKILL LEVEL
- Take live classes and use study tools
- Practice real-world problem-solving
- Pass Skill Level Exams
3
ACCA STRATEGIC PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
- Become job-ready
- Start an internship and get industry exposure
- Take live classes and use study tools
- Practice real-world problem-solving
- Pass Strategic Professional Level Exams



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ACCA: The global benchmark in Accounting and Finance
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is the world's most respected certification in accounting, audit, tax and finance. ACCA empowers professionals to build global careers with expertise in financial management, business strategy, and corporate governance.
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Build your accounting & finance expertise with ACCA in India
The ACCA qualification equips professionals with in-depth knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, tax, international financial standards & financial management, preparing them for leadership roles in India’s financial sector.
The ACCA exam structure

Skills you master with the ACCA qualification



Joint Certification

Study ACCA with Imarticus in collaboration with KPMG in India
Pick the study plan that suits you
Includes
Joint Certificate
Case Studies by KPMG in India
Webinars by KPMG in India
All Live Classes
Class Recordings
Kaplan Content - soft copy
Doubt clearing session
Exam Prep Sessions
Mock Exams
Kaplan Books
Kaplan Online Access
Money Back Guarantee
One-On-One Sessions
Placement Guarantee
Mind Maps
Exam Guide
Formula Sheets
₹ 1,60,000
+ FIA WaiverTotal Fee
Includes
Joint Certificate
Case Studies by KPMG in India
Webinars by KPMG in India
All Live Classes
Class Recordings
Kaplan Content - soft copy
Doubt clearing session
Exam Prep Sessions
Mock Exams
Kaplan Books
Kaplan Online Access
Money Back Guarantee
One-On-One Sessions
Placement Guarantee
Mind Maps
Exam Guide
Formula Sheets
₹ 2,20,000
+ FIA WaiverTotal Fee
Recommended
Includes
Joint Certificate
Case Studies by KPMG in India
Webinars by KPMG in India
All Live Classes
Class Recordings
Kaplan Content - soft copy
Doubt clearing session
Exam Prep Sessions
Mock Exams
Kaplan Books
Kaplan Online Access
Money Back Guarantee
One-On-One Sessions
Placement Guarantee
Mind Maps
Exam Guide
Formula Sheets
₹ 2,50,000
+ FIA WaiverTotal Fee
Features
Joint Certificate
Case Studies by KPMG in India
Webinars by KPMG in India
All Live Classes
Class Recordings
Kaplan Content - soft copy
Doubt clearing session
Exam Prep Sessions
Mock Exams
Kaplan Books
Kaplan Online Access
Money Back Guarantee
One-On-One Sessions
Placement Guarantee
Mind Maps
Exam Guide
Formula Sheets
₹ 1,60,000
+ FIA Waiver₹ 2,20,000
+ FIA Waiver₹ 2,50,000
+ FIA WaiverPay Now
Frequently Asked Questions
ACCA is a global certification from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). It is a globally recognized certification (applicable in 180+ countries) that allows you to work as an Accountant in any part of the world.
ACCA Course is divided into 3 levels :
Applied Knowledge Level (also known as ACCA Knowledge Level)
Applied Skills Level (also known as ACCA Skill Level)
Strategic Professional Level (also known as ACCA Professional Level)
Besides completing 3 ACCA levels, one must also undertake a quick online self-learning course in Ethics from ACCA and complete a supervised internship of 3 years, referred to as the Practical Experience Requirement (PER) in ACCA.
On an average, students take 2-3 years to clear all the ACCA exams i.e. Knowledge, Applied Skills and Professional. The actual duration will depend on exemptions (if any) received.
The exams for the first 4 ACCA Papers are on demand and can be taken anytime during the year whereas for the next 9 papers, ACCA exams happen 4 times in a year. These 4 exam slots are - March, June, September & December every year. You can check the exact schedule for the ACCA exam here.
Our money back guarantee feature assures that you pass all your ACCA exams. Moreover, if you do not pass all ACCA papers, you will receive a proportionate refund for the papers which you fail in the exam.
The Money Back Guarantee terms and conditions are:
Min 80% attendance in ACCA live classes
Min 80% On-Demand Video Consumption
Min 80% ACCA Course Content and Books Consumption
Completion of all ACCA Mock Tests / Quizzes
100% Attendance in Doubt Clearing Sessions if the student scores less than 80% in any topic
Min 2 attempts for ACCA exams for the paper
Yes, the ACCA course is designed in a manner that students can sit for ACCA papers at their convenience, which are conducted quarterly. Also, ACCA classes are held on weekends giving the right flexibility to working professionals to balance their work and study.
The KPMG name and logo are trademarks of KPMG International Cooperative and are used under license by its independent member firms. Their inclusion in this programme is compliant with KPMG’s global trademark policies.
No, KPMG in India is not involved in the placement assistance or placement guarantee offered in the program and does not guarantee employment or career advancement or future earnings claims. Its involvement is limited to providing ACCA preparation and training for limited hours attributed, without endorsing or committing to salary expectations. Learners will, however, get access to internships and original case studies as part of the program experience.
Only the top performers in the ACCA program will be eligible for internships at KPMG in India. Internships will be offered to select learner/s based on specific eligibility criteria. The final selection is at the sole discretion of Imarticus Learning and KPMG in India. Neither Imarticus Learning nor KPMG in India take any responsibility for your placement in a full-time role or the conversion of the internship into a PPO(Pre Placement Offer) upon the completion of this programme.
Yes, KPMG in India will create and share a total of 23 original case studies aligned with various professional programs. These case studies are designed to offer real-world insights and practical application across different domains. The breakdown is as follows:
ACCA Skill: 5 case studies
ACCA Professional: 3 case studies
CMA (US GAAP): 7 case studies
CPA (US GAAP): 4 case studies
CFA (USA): 2 case studies
FRM (USA): 2 case studies