The MSc in International Accounting, Auditing and Taxation achieves maximum ACCA Exemptions for its students

We are pleased to announce that the MSc in International Accounting, Auditing and Taxation (IAAT) has been granted the maximum number of Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Exemptions available to a master’s programme, with students eligible to receive 9 exemptions out of the 13 examinations required to complete the ACCA Qualification.

Who is eligible for the ACCA Exemptions, and when are they available?

These exemptions will be available to students graduating from the programme between 2026 and 2029, providing a unique opportunity to accelerate their progression towards obtaining the prestigious ACCA professional qualification.

Why is the ACCA Qualification so valuable globally?

The ACCA Qualification is internationally recognised and highly valued by multinational corporations, financial institutions, consulting firms, and leading audit and professional services organisations. Consequently, graduates of the MSc in IAAT are exceptionally well-positioned to pursue career opportunities with prestigious employers, including the Big Four audit firms and other leading consulting and advisory organisations.

How do the ACCA Exemptions accelerate your qualification journey?

Completing the ACCA Qualification is a demanding and time-intensive process. Through the MSc in IAAT, graduates will receive 9 exemptions and will therefore need to sit only the remaining 4 examinations to complete the examination component of the qualification pathway. In addition to the significant time-saving benefits, these exemptions offer considerable economic value by substantially reducing the costs associated with pursuing the ACCA Qualification.

How will the ACCA Exemptions strengthen your career prospects?

More importantly, the combination of a specialised master’s degree and significant progress towards a globally recognised professional qualification enhances graduates’ professional profiles, strengthens their employability, and increases their competitiveness in the international labour market.

From which ACCA Examinations will MSc in IAAT graduates be exempt?

Graduates of the MSc in IAAT will be eligible for exemption from: 1) Business and Technology (BT), 2) Management Accounting (MA), 3) Financial Accounting (FA), 4) Corporate and Business Law (LW), 5) Performance Management (PM), 6) Financial Reporting (FR), 7) Financial Management (FM), 8) Audit and Assurance (AA), and 9) Taxation (TX).

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