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The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is a globally recognized professional body for accountants. Founded in 1904 in the UK, ACCA currently has over 240,000 members and over 500,000 students in 180 countries. ACCA works with employers, universities, and learning partners globally to promote high standards and accessible education. It enables learners to study part-time, full-time, or online based on their professional and personal commitments.
ACCA-X is an online learning platform developed by ACCA in partnership with edX and Epigeum. It offers courses that help ACCA exam aspirants prepare well for the upcoming ACCA certification exams. ACCA-X courses are designed to support anyone interested in business or accountancy.
Who Should You Take ACCA-X Courses?
ACCA-X courses can be taken up by -
- Anyone interested in learning basic or advanced accounting and finance.
- ACCA Foundations in Accountancy or Applied Knowledge exam aspirants.
- Beginners who want to understand accounting concepts from scratch. These courses do not require any prior knowledge.
- Individuals starting a career in finance or business, or those looking to enhance their financial literacy.
- People rejoining the workforce and willing to refresh their finance knowledge.
- Entrepreneurs and small business owners interested in managing their business finances.
- Employers or universities that want to train their staff or students, respectively, in finance and accounting.
Why Should You Choose ACCA-X?
ACCA-X provides a convenient and flexible means to start or restart your learning in accounting and finance. Whether you are looking to prepare for the ACCA exams or want to develop core knowledge, ACCCA-X integrates expert-constructed content with contemporary learning tools. Here's why it might be the best option for you:
- Flexible Online Learning: ACCA-X courses are taught entirely online, so you can learn in your own time, wherever you are. The platform is accessible on different devices, which means you can learn at home, in the car, or during breaks at work, allowing you to fit learning around your everyday life.
- Built for Various Learning Styles: Whether you like watching videos, reading, or learning with interactive quizzes, ACCA-X has you covered. The courses are crafted with cutting-edge digital tools and techniques that accommodate various types of learners.
- High-Quality Learning Materials: The course material is created with learning experts from edX and Epigeum, renowned for providing world-class educational material. You will learn through systematic lessons, reinforced by exercises, quizzes, and real-world scenarios to reinforce your knowledge.
- Free and Low-Cost Options: Beginner and intermediate courses allow anyone to begin learning without cost constraints. Low-cost pricing and group discounts are also available.
- Good Exam Preparation: ACCA-X prepares you for ACCA's Foundation and Applied Knowledge exams. Students who use ACCA-X have achieved first-time pass rates of up to 89%, indicating how well the platform enables them to grasp important concepts and apply them in exams.
- Long-Term Access: Once you register for a course, you will have access to the course materials for 12 months. This provides sufficient time to work through topics and revise at your own pace without stress.
- Career-Relevant and Globally Recognised: By learning with ACCA-X, you will be prepared to succeed in ACCA exams and develop practical skills to apply to business issues. The courses are aligned with the ACCA qualification, which employers worldwide recognize as a mark of excellence and support long-term career planning.
ACCA Online Courses
Listed below are the most popular ACCA online courses-
| Course Name |
Key Features (USPs) |
Time & Fee |
| ACCA Mentoring: The Mentee |
Basics of mentoring, tips for effective partnerships, designed for mentees, flexible pace |
Duration: 1 hour; Cost: Free |
| ACCA Mentoring: The Mentor |
Role of a mentor, key skills, how to guide mentees, designed for mentors |
Duration: 1 hour; Cost: Free |
| Accounting and Finance in a Digital Age |
Covers digital tools, business applications, ethical data use, and tech in finance |
Duration: 8 hours; Cost: £105.00 |
| Intro to Sustainability for Finance Pros |
ESG risks, sustainable development, and finance's role in sustainability |
Duration: 5 hours; Cost: £45.00 |
| Certificate in Business Valuations |
Global recognition, business valuation techniques, joint ACCA-CSOEC qualification |
Duration: 20 hours; Cost: £295.00 |
| Certificate in Data Analytics |
Big data basics, data modelling, real-world business cases |
Duration: 5 hours; Cost: £75.00 |
| Certificate in FinTech |
Cybersecurity, AI, automation, and strategy for digital finance leadership |
Cost: £440.00 |
| Machine Learning with Python |
Intro to Python, data analysis, Excel automation, real-world ML use |
Duration: 20 hours; Cost: £190.00 |
| Manage the Cyber Threat |
Cyber risk assessment, response strategies, security controls, and ongoing risk management |
Duration: 15 hours; Cost: £190.00 |
ACCA-X Courses
ACCA-X Courses are available under three categories as mentioned below -
Introductory Courses
These free courses are designed for learners with little or no experience in finance or accounting. If you are preparing for the ACCA Foundation level FA1 or MA1 exams, or you simply want to build basic skills, you can explore:
| Course Name |
Key Features (USPs) |
Time & Fee |
| Introduction to Bookkeeping |
Basics of double-entry, payroll and ledgers, no prior knowledge needed, step-by-step guidance |
6 weeks (free) |
| Introduction to Management Accounting |
Covers costing, spreadsheets, no background needed, prepares for MA1 exam |
6 weeks (free) |
Intermediate Courses
These free courses are suitable for students with basic background knowledge of accounting and finance. If you are studying for ACCA Foundation level FA2 or MA2, or wish to enhance your skills, consider:
| Course Name |
Key Features (USPs) |
Time & Fee |
| Intermediate Bookkeeping |
Builds on intro course, prepares for FA2 exam, and practical financial statement prep |
6 weeks (free) |
| Intermediate Management Accounting |
Builds on the intro course, prepares for the MA2 exam, focuses on decision-making and costing |
6 weeks (free) |
Diploma in Accounting and Business / Applied Knowledge Courses
These paid courses cost USD 119 each and are meant for those studying for:
- ACCA Foundation level exams: FAB, FMA, or FFA
- ACCA Qualification Applied Knowledge exams: BT (Business and Technology), MA (Management Accounting), or FA (Financial Accounting)
The available courses include:
| Course Name |
Key Features (USPs) |
Time & Fee |
| Business and Technology (BT/FBT) |
|
50 hours (Course Fee: US$119) |
| Management Accounting (MA/FMA) |
|
50 hours (Course Fee: US$119) |
| Financial Accounting (FA/FFA) |
|
50 hours (Course Fee: US$119) |
These courses give you more in-depth knowledge and prepare you for the next phases of your ACCA journey.
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