ACCA – Strategic Professional Programme
This is the final level of the ACCA Qualification towards your ACCA membership. You will be equipped with a unique blend of skills, real-world focus and specialisations which will accelerate your business career.
We are glad to offer training to committed ACCA students, in order to prepare them for this most challenging part of the examination process. Our ACCA Strategic Professional programme includes the following courses that will help you gain not just the knowledge but also the skills you need to succeed with confidence and be free to focus on an exciting business journey.
Essentials:
- Strategic Business Reporting (SBR): This course focuses on advanced strategic aspects of reporting financial performance, group financial statements and interpretation of financial statements.
- Strategic Business Leader (SBL): This course is focused on developing leadership skills and strategic management in a business context.
Options (Pick up to two):
- Advanced Financial Management (AFM): This course focuses on the roles of senior financial executives covering topics in investment decisions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and advanced risk management techniques.
- Advanced Performance Management (APM): This APM course will help you develop skills related to strategic planning and control, performance management systems and design, process improvement change management.
- Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA): In this course, you will gain knowledge and skills in advanced audit and assurance of financial statements.
Each course available within the programme can be purchased separately. If you decide to sign up for a single course, click on the selected link above to go to the page of the chosen course.
Comprehensive training course package
Although each course of the programme can be purchased separately, EY Academy of Business has also prepared ready-made sets for those who want to acquire a specific range of knowledge and skills.
- Three courses for the price two (both essentials, SBR and SBL, plus one option)
- Four courses for full qualification (both essentials, SBR and SBL, plus two options) at 35% discount
You have 18 months to complete all 4 courses, giving you ample time to study and prepare for exams. This flexible approach allows you to tailor your learning to your schedule. All live lessons are recorded and provided to the participants for revision and self-study.
If you are ready to start your journey towards achieving the ACCA Strategic Professional level and want to learn more about the availability of courses and the registration process, please get in touch with us. We are here to help you achieve your career goals and fulfil your personal aspirations. Make yourself stand out in the job market!
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is an internationally recognised professional body based in the United Kingdom and a members’ network in 179 countries around the world. ACCA qualifications are among the most valued professional qualifications in the world.
Gaining such a qualification demonstrates that the holder possesses essential skills and knowledge in modern management, which are highly sought after by employers across various sectors of the economy, irrespective of the industry.
Detailed information on exams, administrative support, the registration process and other aspects related to obtaining ACCA qualifications can be found in the FAQ section, which contains answers to the most frequently asked questions.
The ACCA Strategic Professional programme is designed for those who want to excel in a business career in any industry in any country in the world. The comprehensive preparatory training courses equip you with, not only specialised knowledge in finance and accounting but also essential skills in modern management, including organisational and strategic thinking.
Graduates from various master’s and bachelor’s degree programs are eligible to enrol in the ACCA course.
Prior knowledge of accounting or finance is not a prerequisite for participation.
Objectives
We believe that when candidates begin the ACCA programme, it’s crucial to provide them with a solid foundation in Financial and Management Accounting. This will enable them to earn the ACCA Strategic Professional certification, which significantly enhances their chances of advancing their careers in finance and accounting.
The usual structure of courses is a one or two-day introductory session (normally at weekends) to put candidates into context. This is followed by a two-day midterm session and before the exam, there is a longer revision session during which the candidates practice exam questions.
The number of training days varies for individual subjects.
Our training days run from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (CET). So come prepared to participate in an active, highly spirited, intensive, practical and interactive course.
Benefits
Participants will benefit from our proven training methodology:
- Live Online Interactive Training: Highly interactive, practical training courses. The live lessons are recorded and can be used for revision and self-study.
- Exam-focused Training: Training sessions are tailored to help students prepare for the ACCA Exam and focus on the students’ individual needs.
- Master Exam Technique: We embed exam strategy into every session i.e.
- Learn to identify opportunities for marks that you could potentially score
- Structure answers clearly
- Use keywords effectively
- Plan responses under pressure
- Explain calculations, not just do them
- Exam Practice: Every session feels like a practice exam with coaching. You’ll cover large parts of the syllabus in a single day through intensive, interactive, and skills-based learning.
- Reduce the hours needed for Self-Study: Our approach is highly focused, motivating, and efficient. You’ll stay engaged and build confidence fast.
- On Exam Day, You’ll Feel at Home: Our objective is that the exam feels like just another session with us — no surprises, no panic, just performance.
- ACCA/Equivalent Qualified Instructors: Highly experienced professionals with the technical expertise necessary to address the required knowledge requirements of the ACCA syllabus.
- Course Materials: These include practical questions and in-class notes designed to support your exam preparation.
Strategic Business Reporting (SBR)
7-day training. Fundamental ethical and professional principles. The financial reporting framework. Reporting the financial performance of a range of entities. Financial statements of groups of entities. Analysis and interpretation of financial information and measurement of performance. The impact of changes and potential changes in accounting regulations.
Strategic Business Leader (SBL)
6-day training. Leadership. Governance, stakeholder analysis. Strategy. Risk management. Technology and data analytics. Organizational control, audit and compliance systems. Finance in planning and decision-making. Enabling success and change management. Professional skills.
Advanced Performance Management (APM)
5-day training. Application of strategic planning and control models to effectively plan and monitor organizational performance. Evaluation and implementation of performance management strategies using practical case study scenarios, where we learn to exercise critical thinking and professional judgment. Analysing the impact of external factors on performance management/measurement using specific models/frameworks e.g. PEST, SWOT, Balanced Scorecard, Five Forces etc. Assess/evaluate performance measurement systems and performance dashboards including both financial and non-financial performance indicators. Understanding the role of information systems and data analytics in performance management. Strategic performance measures (critical success factors and key performance indicators).
Advanced Financial Management (AFM)
6-day training. Role of senior financial adviser in the multinational organization. Advanced investment appraisal, including application of option pricing theory. Mergers and acquisitions vs. other growth strategies. Financial reconstruction and business re-organization. Treasury function and use of financial derivatives.
ACCA – Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA)
4-day training. Regulation of financial auditing and related services. Professional and ethical considerations. Quality management. Planning and conducting an audit of historical financial information. Auditing non-financial information and trends and other current issues.
Brian Connolly - Brian is a co-founder of the EY Academy of Business and has been providing training courses since 1996. He has developed many training programmes, including the very successful 12-day programme on IFRS. Brian has also developed the US GAAP Diploma.
Martinos Martoudes - he provides courses in the basics of financial (IFRS) and managerial accounting, subjects related to strategic management, as well as selected topics of the ACCA Qualification programme and postgraduate studies at the Warsaw School of Economics.
Georgia Sophocleous - since 1998, Georgia has worked as a trainer at EY. She provides training courses in the basics of financial (IFRS) and managerial accounting as well as strategic management subjects. She prepares students for ACCA exams both in Poland and abroad.
George Skordis - an experienced professional, currently a Group CFO of 15 companies and conducting Finance projects for the EY Academy’s clients. For specific projects in Advisory and Training, George collaborates with EY Academy to serve key clients.
What do participants say about us?
Michał Sajko
Finance and business management
Review of ACCA training
„There is no doubt that ACCA significantly exceeds the programmes offered by Polish universities (including MBA programmes). Knowledge of auditing and accounting standards, based on many years of experience of Western countries, is particularly valuable. EY Academy of Business has very good and effective lecturers, without whose help I would certainly have difficulty passing all the exams on time.”
Aleksandra Sieklucka-Hawro
Chief Financial Officer, Transsystem SA
Review of ACCA training
Get fully prepared for the ACCA Strategic Professional exams with the latest Kaplan Publishing materials in ebook format, provided by the EY Academy of Business.
The cost of a set of Kaplan Publishing Essentials Pack (includes Kaplan Study Text ebook and Kaplan Exam Kit) for one subject is EUR 95 (excl. VAT).
Where to start?
To begin with, you must register with ACCA. You can register yourself at www.accaglobal.com or through the EY Academy of Business. In the latter case, all administrative obligations towards ACCA are handled by us and in all matters concerning ACCA you contact us directly: from us, you receive a complete set of information about the necessary documents for registration and dismissals. We send documents to ACCA and monitor the enrolment process. We assist with all additional issues related to ACCA during your studies. As part of such cooperation, we make fees on your behalf at ACCA: this applies to costs related to registration, exams and annual fees.
After registering with ACCA, you can take the exams, which are organised four times a year: in March, June, September and December. The exams are held at the same time all over the world.
What do the training courses for the ACCA exams give?
We organise intensive courses that equip you with the necessary knowledge and techniques to excel on the exam. EY Academy of Business courses are usually held on weekends, Live Online – you can take part from anywhere in the world! All you need is a mobile device and the Internet.
In order to best prepare students for ACCA exams, as part of our training we provide:
- An intensive programme, allowing you to master examination techniques with confidence;
- Lecturers with extensive business experience and knowledgable in ACCA requirements;
- The possibility of constant e-mail contact with tutors conducting the course;
- Specially developed training materials designed for both work during classes and at home.
How do I get ACCA textbooks?
EY Academy of Business can provide you with the Kaplan Publishing materials in ebook format, for the ACCA Strategic Professional programme.
The cost of a set of Kaplan Publishing Essentials Pack (includes Kaplan Study Text ebook and Kaplan Exam Kit) for one subject is EUR 95 (excl. VAT).
To order your ebooks, visit the individual course pages for more information.
How can I get exempt from the ACCA exams if I'm starting my accredited studies and have never been enrolled in ACCA?
Enrolment for EY postgraduate students who started their studies in March will take place in the new academic year at the turn of October and November. Then you will receive information about the start of registration and a special code, thanks to which the fee for layoffs will be reduced.
How can I get exempt from ACCA exams based on studies I have completed in advance and do not intend to start accredited studies?
Step 1: Use the exemption calculator to check if the degree of studies you have completed allows you to obtain exemptions: https://www.accaglobal.com/an/en/help/exemptions-calculator.html
Step 2: Contact us to confirm what documents need to be sent to the ACCA to obtain the exemptions.
Step 3: Start enrolment to become an ACCA student.
Step 4: After processing your application, the exemptions may be granted.
I am not registered with ACCA - how to get these qualifications as quickly and cost-effectively as possible?
For people who are not registered with ACCA, we recommend studying in ACCA-accredited courses.
We recommend master’s studies, which we conduct together with the Warsaw School of Economics, and postgraduate studies conducted with the WSB Academy.
After completing the above courses, the student can apply to ACCA Global for 9 exemptions from the ACCA exams.
NOTE: Dismissals are paid – the fee is the same as for taking the ACCA exam. Also read below “Who is the Accelerate Scholarship program for?”
Who is the Accelerate Scholarship program for?
The Accelerate Scholarship allows students of accredited master’s and postgraduate studies to benefit from substantial discounts in fees to ACCA Global.
NOTE: to participate in this program you cannot be registered with ACCA; registration must be made as an accredited student.
You receive discounts on ACCA exam exemption fees – for each of the 7 exemptions you pay only GBP 30, for the next 2 there is a full fee of GBP 114 (payable only after graduation), so you save almost GBP 600.
You are exempt from your first annual contribution to ACCA (this is another GBP 134 savings).
Within a certain period (at the latest one year after graduation) you submit a diploma and a supplement to the diploma in English confirming graduation to the ACCA (by sending to students@accaglobal.com). Then you get a summary of the layoffs, make the fee and you can prepare for exams from the Strategic Professional level.
Who can manage my administrative service at ACCA?
You can register with ACCA Global yourself at www.accaglobal.com or authorise EY Academy of Business to conduct your affairs at ACCA.
In the latter case, all administrative issues are handled by us: from us, you receive a set of information about the necessary documents regarding the first registration, registration for exams, dismissals, annual fee and exam fees.
We also make all payments to ACCA on your behalf and send you an invoice that covers these fees. The annual service fee charged by us is EUR 190 +23% VAT, and EUR 55 +23% VAT, each time you register for the exam through us.
What do ACCA qualifications give me?
ACCA qualifications are among the most valued professional qualifications in the international business environment. They significantly increase the value of candidates on the labour market.
The comprehensive preparatory training courses equip you with not only specialised knowledge in finance and accounting but also essential skills in modern management, including organisational and strategic thinking.
Can I register for the ACCA exams myself?
Yes. The ACCA exam session is held four times a year: in June, September, December and March in specially designated centres around the world. You can enrol in your account on the MyACCA website for exams in the selected exam session. The exam fee can be paid with a credit card.
What should I do if the date of one of the ACCA training modules does not suit me?
EY Academy of Business courses are delivered Live Online and recorded. After each module, the training participant receives a recording of the entire module.
„Excellent leaders, high-quality materials, reliable organisational support. All this contributes to the uniqueness of the ACCA program (offered by the EY Academy of Business). The method of teaching fits into the character of a qualification, combining in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The classes highlight the ways of dealing with the tasks, so that the participant is not surprised during the exam session. An important aspect is the opportunity to meet other program participants who share our interests and aspirations.”