Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Full-time Courses

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1 The University for World-Class Professionals Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Full-time Courses To qualify as a member of ACCA a student must have passed the examinations, completed the ethics module and have three years approved experience.

2 Business School The ACCA qualification is intended for people wishing to qualify as an accountant within public practice, or as an accountant in commerce, industry or the public sector. 2

3 Why students choose to study at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School Experienced specialist tutors Our tutors are fully qualified accountants and use their work in industry to bring a significant amount of practical experience to their teaching. Utilising excellent hands-on training they will provide you with the support and encouragement you need. Their knowledge and expertise will prepare you for the rigour of professional exams. Learning environment Classes take place in our new state-of-the-art teaching and research headquarters, close to Oxford Road in Manchester city centre. This is one of the finest and most environmentally sustainable academic buildings in the UK. It is a professional study environment with integrated IT facilities that enable you to learn and network. We blend traditional, classroom based teaching with new technology and as a student you have access to our dedicated business library and IT facilities. Respected provider MMU is the only public sector Platinum Status provider in the North of England. Competitive Fees As a University, the fees we charge are highly competitive and offer excellent value for money. 3

4 Business School Course overview This course is designed to allow those who have successfully completed (or been granted exemptions from) papers F1-F9 to complete their ACCA professional papers in just nine months. In the Autumn term, starting in early September, you will study two core papers (P1 Professional Accountant and P2 Corporate Reporting) across a minimum of four taught hours per week with December exams. You will study the remaining core paper (P3 Business Analysis) and two option papers in the Spring term, starting in early January, across a minimum of four hours per week with June exams. You will be assessed through written examinations, set and marked by ACCA. The option papers are: Advanced Financial Management (P4), Advanced Performance Management (P5), Advanced Taxation (P6) and Advanced Audit and Assurance (P7). Entry requirements A minimum of a 2.1 degree classification providing exemption from Papers F1 to F9 of the Fundamental Stage of the ACCA examinations. OR Successful completion of Papers F1 to F9 of the Fundamental Stage of the ACCA examinations. Fees Our current fees for UK and International students are 3065 The fees cover the cost of tuition, course materials including textbooks and exam practice kits and access to the online learning environment. You can also access university libraries, sports facilities, restaurants and computer suites. Pass Guarantee We are confident that you will pass your exams. If you do not pass, you may be able to re-sit the paper again at no extra cost for tuition, subject to visa requirements.* *Terms and conditions apply. Please visit for further details 4

5 How do I enrol for the ACCA full time course at MMU? Complete the postgraduate course application form and submit it to the address on the form. The form is available to download at the following link: Student discounts As an MMU student you are eligible to purchase a National Union of Students card, giving you access to hundreds of reductions and offers both locally and nationally. ACCA registration You must register as a student with ACCA before you sit your exams. There are strict deadlines for entering exams so make sure you enter well in advance of the exams dates. qualifications/glance/acca/dates.html Timetable For our current timetable and start dates, please visit: timetable.php How do international students arrange visas and accommodation? MMU will issue you with a detailed offer letter, which will include all of the information you require when applying for your student visa. To find out whether you need a visa and how to apply for one, please visit: Once you have accepted your offer of a place to study at MMU, you will be eligible to apply for MMU accommodation using the online form. For full details, please visit: For information about studying and living in Manchester you should visit the MMU website at 5

6 Business School Career Progression Upon completion of this programme, you will be eligible to apply for affiliate membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). If you successfully complete the examinations for this programme you will be eligible to apply with advanced standing to any of our MSc programmes in the area of Accounting and Finance. The skills, knowledge and professionalism acquired will be sought by organisations of all sizes, not just accounting firms. To become a Certified member you will need to demonstrate three years work experience. As an MMU student you will have access to the careers services which can help you find a relevant position in accountancy (subject to visa regulations). PER Requirements supporting-trainees/per.html 6

7 ACCA/Oxford Brookes degree partnership The ACCA partnership with Oxford Brookes University allows ACCA students to study for a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting while taking the ACCA examinations. The University offers a mentoring facility as set out by the Research and Analysis Project Guidelines. Further information can be found on: ACCA contact details Contact ACCA to confirm exemptions and examination information at the following address: ACCA Connect, 2 Central Quay, 89 Hydepark Street, Glasgow, G3 8BW Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) students@accaglobal.com or their website: www2.accaglobal.com/contacts/connect/ 7

8 Business School All Saints Campus Manchester Metropolitan University Oxford Road Manchester M15 6BH Tel +44 (0) /3758/ AE This publication is available in alternative formats. Please telephone