What do you need to become ACCA qualified?

To achieve full ACCA qualification, you must:

1. Pass 13 exams.
2. Complete an Ethics and Professional Skills module.
3. Gain three years of practical work experience in a relevant role.

Understanding the ACCA exams

All ACCA exams are computer-based. The exam structure is as follows:

Applied Knowledge Level (First 3 exams)

These exams can be taken on-demand at any time during the year. Upon completion, you earn the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (MQF Level 5). To obtain the diploma, you must also complete the Foundations in Professionalism module, an interactive online course on ethics and professionalism.

Applied Skills Level (Next 6 exams)

These exams are scheduled in March, June, September, and December. However, Malta tax and law exams are only available in June and December. Passing these exams leads to the ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business (MQF Level 6). You must also complete the Ethics and Professional Skills module at this stage.

Strategic Professional Level (Final 4 exams)

This is the final stage of your ACCA journey and is equivalent to MQF Level 7.
It consists of two mandatory exams and two optional exams (chosen from four options). If you want to obtain the warrant to practise as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Malta, you must take the Malta Advanced Tax exam. If you aim for a Practicing Certificate in Auditing, you must also take the Advanced Audit and Assurance exam. Otherwise, you can choose from any of the other optional papers.
 

Study support and resources

ACCA provides extensive study resources to help you prepare for your exams, including:

• The ACCA Study Hub – Free access to study materials.
• Study support guides & syllabus information.
• Exam techniques & guidance from examiners.
• Specimen exams, past papers & technical articles.

How to start your ACCA studies in Malta

To begin your ACCA journey, you must register with both ACCA and the Malta Institute of Accountants (MIA).

MIA and ACCA have a joint scheme agreement, which covers the ACCA qualification in Malta.

How Can the Deloitte ACCA Programme Help You?

By joining the Deloitte ACCA Programme, you will receive:

• Comprehensive study support to help you succeed in your exams.
• Valuable practical work experience in a professional business environment.
• Guidance from experienced professionals throughout your ACCA journey.
   

Deloitte Malta is an ACCA approved employer, hence your work experience here will contribute directly to the practical experience required for the full ACCA qualification.