What does B.Com ACCA mean?

The students enrolling for B.Com ACCA will have a unique advantage of pursuing the Professional Qualification (ACCA) alongside their regular graduation. In this programme all the papers of ACCA are embedded in the B.Com course. So there is no need for a student to spend additional time and money in getting trained for ACCA papers externally. Besides the students will also get a few exemptions for ACCA exams. This distinctive model helps a student to accelerate his/her progression towards getting the ACCA qualification. As soon as the student qualifies the ACCA, he/she becomes a member of an elite group of world’s leading accounting professionals.  

What is the scope of B.Com ACCA?

B.Com ACCA results in achieving a dual qualification for a student, i.e., University Degree plus ACCA Qualification. ACCA is a globally relevant qualification which is recognised in over 180 countries. ACCA has over 7500 approved employers. Being part of this extremely large professional network also implies that the students can access the best and latest opportunities anywhere in the world. Of late many reputed Deemed and Private Universities in India have introduced this qualification at UG level. ACCA has a dedicated job portal https://jobs.accaglobal.com/. Here the student can upload their CVs and access hundreds of jobs worldwide.  

The ACCA’s Competency Framework demonstrates the different competencies developed through all elements of the ACCA Qualification. Details can be accessed using this link https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/qualifications/why-acca/competency-framework.html 

The Qualification imparts Professional Quotients (PQ). These are the behaviours and qualities required for an ACCA qualified accountant to meet the future needs and demands of the profession. The quotients are softer, more professional skills gained not only through the ACCA Qualification, but enhanced as the individual progresses through their career.

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) supports one’s career by providing the knowledge and skills that are need to excel in the job role, as well as enhances the employability for the future.

What are employment opportunities for B.Com ACCA students?

ACCA finance and accountancy professionals are trained to take your organisation into the future. Their unique blend of technical competence, professionalism and ethics gives them the ability to think strategically and hit the ground running.   

There are multiple ACCA career opportunities available worldwide. Being a Global Professional Body, ACCA has managed to garner a pretty good recognition from the Indian employers as well. In the recent past, ACCA India job opportunities have increased exponentially. With the growth of more and more MNCs and Big 4 companies, there has been a steep rise in jobs for ACCA professionals. MNCs and larger corporations are turning towards India to seek professional accountants and ace finance experts. In this context a Professional Qualification such as ACCA is the need of the hour. ACCA has a dedicated job portal https://jobs.accaglobal.com/. Students can upload their CVs and access hundreds of jobs worldwide.

If the student has entrepreneurial or start-up ambition then it’s best to get a few years of corporate exposure before charting their own path. ACCA Qualification will provide conceptual and rational understanding of the business world and helps in making better decisions.

Should I study ACCA after doing B.Com or along with B.Com?

Students can register for ACCA while pursuing graduation or post graduation. If a student plans to qualify ACCA during the graduation there is nothing like it. Because this enhances the chances of a better employment and helps in career development. Post graduation is also a good idea provided if someone is dedicated and is also be spare his/her time in fruitful studies. The B.Com ACCA course @ IFIM College ensures exemptions for few papers of and provides quality training so that the students can plan to achieve the ACCA before they graduate from college.

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