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ACCA Qualification Pathway

Build the Skills to Pursue ACCA Membership

Study the ACCA Qualification Pathway online and gain the knowledge base to sit ACCA professional exams on your terms.

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18 Mths
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ACCA Qualification Pathway

Build the Skills to Pursue ACCA Membership

Study the ACCA Qualification Pathway online and gain the knowledge base to sit ACCA professional exams on your terms.

100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
18 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
32
Units
Flexible
Start Date
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

400 Hours Of Study Content, 18 Months To Complete

Unlimited Tutor Support During Business Hours

Pathway To Full ACCA Membership Upon Completing Exams And Experience

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

35k+
Employed in business & management (NZ)
↑ 9%
Projected job growth (NZ)
Financial AccountantPrepares financial statements, manages reporting cycles, and ensures compliance with accounting standards.
Management AccountantSupports internal decision-making by analysing costs, budgets, and business performance data.
AuditorReviews financial records and internal controls to assess accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Corporate Finance AnalystEvaluates investment opportunities, financial risks, and capital structures for organisations.
Tax ConsultantAdvises individuals and businesses on tax obligations, planning strategies, and compliance requirements.
Compliance OfficerMonitors organisational processes to ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.
Risk ManagerIdentifies and assesses financial and operational risks, then develops strategies to reduce exposure.
Business AdviserProvides strategic financial guidance to help businesses improve performance and manage growth.

Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

32 Units

Core Units · 32 units
  • Topic 1Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
  • Topic 2General Journal
  • Topic 3General Ledger and the Trial Balance
  • Topic 4Depreciation
  • Topic 5Adjusting Entries
  • Topic 6Financial Statements
  • Topic 7Understanding GST
  • Topic 8Fundamentals of Income Tax
  • Topic 9Accounting with Xero
  • Topic 10Accounting with MYOB Essentials
  • Topic 11Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management
  • Topic 12Financial Statement Analysis
  • Topic 13Accounting using Microsoft Excel
  • Topic 14Accounting with Excel (Diploma)
  • Topic 15Accounting Principles
  • Topic 16Advanced Accounting Principles
  • Topic 17Management Accounting
  • Topic 18Advanced Management Accounting
  • Topic 19Taxation (Diploma)
  • Topic 20Accounting Practices
  • Topic 21Certified Accounting Technician Program
  • Topic 22Corporate and Business Law (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 23Performance Management (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 24Taxation (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 25Financial Reporting (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 26Audit and Assurance (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 27Financial Management (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 28Strategic Business Leader (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 29Strategic Business Reporting (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 30Advanced Financial Management (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 31Advanced Performance Management (ACCA Exam)
  • Topic 32Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM)
Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

ACCA exam fees are not included and are estimated at approximately - NZD (paid directly to ACCA)

To become a full ACCA member, students must complete 10 exams, an Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM), and 36 months of supervised practical experience in a relevant role

To become a Chartered Certified Accountant, ACCA membership plus 5 years post-membership professional experience is required

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

100% Online, Study Whenever Suits You

The course is delivered entirely online, allowing students to study at their own pace and on their own schedule.

Unlimited Tutor Support During Business Hours

Students have unlimited access to industry expert tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout their course.

Certificate of Achievement

Upon successfully completing the course, students are awarded an industry-accredited Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy.

Pathway to ACCA Membership

Completing this course puts students on the path to becoming a full member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), a globally recognised professional accounting body, after completing 10 exams, the EPSM module, and 36 months of supervised experience.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, personalised CV review, job tips, a five-step job success process, and interview preparation resources.

Free ACCA Study Resources

Comprehensive suite of free ACCA resources including Study Hub (full syllabus, quizzes, flashcards), CBE Practice Platform for performance tracking, ACCA YouTube & Podcasts, and ACCA Compass personal study planner.

Free Student ID Card

Students receive a free Student ID card upon enrolment, providing access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand.

No Exams (Course-Level)

The Career Academy course itself has no exams. ACCA professional exams are separate and sat through ACCA directly.

Free bonus courses included

Free Student ID Card

Upon enrolment, students receive a free Student ID card providing access to over 150,000…

Career Centre Access

Instant access to Career Centre including latest job opportunities, CV templates…

Free ACCA Resources

Comprehensive suite of free ACCA resources including Study Hub (syllabus, quizzes…

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Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.

Fees & Funding

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Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed to be accessible to students at various stages of their accounting journey, including those new to the profession. Specific entry requirements may vary, so submit an enquiry to confirm current details before enrolling.
A weekly payment plan may be available to help spread the cost. Submit an enquiry to get up-to-date pricing details for the course.
Students have 18 months of access to complete approximately 400 hours of study material. Because the course is fully self-paced, you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule and prior knowledge.
The course is delivered 100% online by The Career Academy NZ, with no fixed class times. Students also receive access to ACCA's own study tools, including Study Hub, the CBE Practice Platform, and the ACCA Compass personal study planner.
There is no work placement included in this course. However, ACCA full membership does require 36 months of supervised practical experience, which students arrange independently alongside or after completing the course and exams.
On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy NZ. This course is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF). It is a professional development pathway course designed to prepare students for the ACCA professional exams, which are administered globally by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
As a professional development course, credit toward formal qualifications is arranged through the provider's RPL or credit recognition process. Submit an enquiry to confirm what this course counts toward and whether any formal credit pathways apply to your situation.
Completing the course prepares students to sit ACCA professional exams, which are held four times a year in March, June, September, and December. Full ACCA membership requires passing 10 exams, completing the Ethics and Professional Skills module, and 36 months of supervised experience. Graduates may move into roles such as financial accountant, management accountant, auditor, or tax consultant.
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About This Course

ACCA Qualification Pathway

This course covers the core knowledge areas tested in the ACCA professional exams, from financial reporting and management accounting to audit, tax, and corporate finance. Students work through approximately 400 hours of study material at their own pace, with 18 months of access to complete the programme. There are no exams at the course level, ACCA professional exams are sat separately through ACCA directly.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ entirely online, the course suits working professionals and career changers who want a structured pathway toward ACCA membership without committing to a fixed classroom schedule. Unlimited tutor support is available during business hours, so students can get help when they need it.

On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement and are well-placed to begin sitting ACCA exams. Full ACCA membership requires passing 10 exams, completing the Ethics and Professional Skills module, and logging 36 months of supervised practical experience.

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Last updated: July 2026