ACCA

• Global Recognition: ACCA is accepted in more than 180 countries worldwide, making it a truly international qualification with strong global career opportunities.
• Flexible Learning Structure: Students can study ACCA at their own pace. The qualification allows flexible exam scheduling, making it suitable for both students and working professionals.
• Multiple Entry Routes: Students can join ACCA after +2, a bachelor’s degree, or through the FIA (Foundation in Accountancy) route, depending on their academic background.
• Exam-Based Qualification System: ACCA follows a paper-based modular exam system where students can clear subjects step by step, rather than a single final exam system.
• Strong Career Opportunities: ACCA opens doors to careers in auditing, taxation, corporate finance, financial reporting, consulting, and management accounting in Nepal and abroad.
• High Earning Potential: ACCA-qualified professionals have strong salary growth opportunities, with increasing demand in banks, MNCs, audit firms, and corporate sectors.
• Practical & Industry-Focused Curriculum: The ACCA syllabus focuses on real-world financial skills, business strategy, ethics, and professional decision-making required in modern industries.

Basic Eligibility for ACCA in Nepal

You can apply for ACCA if you meet any of the following:

• Completed +2 / Higher Secondary (Grade 12) from any stream (Management, Science, or Humanities)
• Passed SEE (Grade 10) and start through the ACCA Foundation in Accountancy (FIA) route
• Completed a Bachelor’s degree (BBS, BBA, BCom, or related fields)
• Working professionals can also join ACCA to upgrade their career in finance and accounting

Minimum Marks for Direct Entry (After +2 / Grade 12)

Students can apply directly to ACCA if they have:

• Minimum 65% marks (or Grade B / GPA 2.6+) in English and Mathematics or Accountancy
• At least 50% marks (or Grade C / GPA 2.0+) in remaining subjects
• Completion of +2 (Higher Secondary Education) in any stream

These requirements are mainly for direct entry into ACCA qualification (Applied Knowledge level)

Alternative Entry Route (FIA)

If you don’t meet direct entry requirements, you can start from:

• ACCA Foundation in Accountancy (FIA)
  This pathway helps students build basic accounting knowledge before moving into the main ACCA qualification.

The ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualification is one of the most recognized international accounting courses that develops students’ professional accounting knowledge, financial management skills, and business decision-making ability. ACCA is a globally respected qualification with strong career prospects in Nepal and abroad.

ACCA is a flexible professional course that can be completed within a few years, depending on exam progress. After completing ACCA, students can either pursue higher studies such as an MBA or enter the job market in various finance, accounting, audit, and business sectors. There is an immense career opportunity for ACCA graduates in both national and international organizations.

The ACCA graduates can have job opportunities in the following sectors and many more:

• Banking and financial institutions
• Audit and assurance firms
• Multinational companies (MNCs)
• Taxation and consultancy services
• Corporate finance and accounting departments
• Risk management and compliance sector
• Investment and insurance companies
• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and INGOs
• Management accounting and reporting roles
• Business and financial advisory services

Learn More About ACCA Career Prospects. Explore detailed insights on job opportunities, trends, and career growth after ACCA in Nepal:

 ACCA Career Prospects in Nepal

ACCA Fundamentals Papers

Applied Knowledge Module (Formerly Knowledge)

Introduces students to the core areas of financial and management accounting.

Applied Skills Module (Formerly Skills)

Builds on existing knowledge and develops strong, broad, and practical finance skills required of a strategic professional accountant.

ACCA Professionals Papers

Essentials Module

Both papers in this module are compulsory. They equip students with the strategic skills and vision required of a professional accountant.

Options Module

Students must choose any two of the following four papers. These papers offer the opportunity to specialize in areas most relevant to their chosen career path.