Applied Skills

Overview

The ACCA Applied Skills level helps you deepen your understanding of accounting in a business context and teaches you how to interpret financial information effectively. Building on your existing knowledge, you’ll develop strong practical finance skills that accountants can apply in any organisation.

Average duration

6 – 12 months

Assessments

3 Exams

ACCA Fees

ACCA Registration Fee

R2950

ACCA Re-registration

R2950

Annual Subscription Fee

R4950

Who It’s For

Entry Requirements

If you have completed the Applied Knowledge level or the Foundation Diploma, you will begin your studies at the Applied Skills level.
You can check your eligibility and apply for any exemptions on the ACCA website before starting your application.

Learning Outcomes

The Applied Skills level builds on your existing knowledge and develops strong, practical finance skills necessary for strategic professional accountants in any sector or industry. During the course, you’ll study areas such as law, tax, financial reporting, financial management, and auditing, gaining a broad and solid understanding of each. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to progress to the Strategic Professional level.

Course content

Performance Management (PM)

You’ll gain the knowledge to apply management accounting techniques to both quantitative and qualitative information, enabling you to effectively plan, make decisions, evaluate performance, and maintain control.

Topics covered:
  • Management Information Systems and Data Analytics
  • Specialist Cost and Management Accounting Techniques
  • Decision-Making Techniques
  • Budgeting and Control
  • Employability and Technology Skills
  • Performance Measurement and Control

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Taxation (TX-UK)

You’ll gain knowledge and skills related to tax systems for individuals, single companies, and groups of companies.

Topics covered:
  • The UK tax system and its administration
  • Income tax and NIC liabilities
  • Chargeable gains for individuals
  • Inheritance tax
  • Corporation tax liabilities
  • Value added tax (VAT)
  • Employability and technology skills

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Financial Reporting (FR)

You’ll develop the skills to apply accounting standards and the theoretical framework needed to prepare financial statements for entities, as well as how to analyze and interpret those financial statements.

Topics covered:
  • The conceptual and regulatory framework for financial reporting
  • Accounting for transactions in financial statements
  • Analysing and interpreting the financial statements of single entities and groups
  • Preparation of financial statements
  • Employability and technology skills

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Audit and Assurance (AA)

You’ll gain an understanding of the process involved in conducting an assurance engagement and its application within the professional regulatory framework.

Topics covered:
  • Audit framework and regulation
  • Planning and risk assessment
  • Internal control
  • Audit evidence
  • Review and reporting
  • Employability and technology skills

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Financial Management (FM)

You’ll learn the process of carrying out an assurance engagement and how it applies within the professional regulatory framework.

Topics covered:
  • Financial management function and environment
  • Working capital management
  • Investment appraisal
  • Business finance
  • Business valuations
  • Risk management
  • Employability and technology skills

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Corporate and Business Law (GLO) (LW)

You’ll gain an understanding of the general legal framework, along with the specific legal areas relevant to business, enabling you to recognize when specialist legal advice is needed.

Topics covered:
  • Essential elements of legal systems
  • International business transactions
  • Transportation and payment of international business transactions
  • The formation and constitution of business organisations
  • Capital and the financing of companies
  • Management, administration and the regulation of companies
  • Insolvency law
  • Corporate fraudulent and criminal behaviour

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Study Options

1. On – Demand Online

What you get:

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Study plan:

Your study plan is integrated into your course, which both guides and tracks your progress. Each clearly structured online session tells you how long you may spend on the topic and the questions to try

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Comprehensive pre-recorded lectures, subscription access for 6 months
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Extensive question practice (including mock exams and feedback)
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Access to FI Learn, our award-winning virtual learning environment.
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Access to FI Learn, with digital materials available from the moment you book (including course notes and question bank)
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Physical materials delivered to your door with affordable delivery within South Africa
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Unlimited Tutor support via phone or email

2. Unlimited Package

What you get:

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Study plan:

Your study plan is integrated into your course, which both guides and tracks your progress. Each clearly structured online session tells you how long you may spend on the topic and the questions to try.
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An Online Final Self-Marked Mock for the paper/s you have selected
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Extensive question practice
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Access to all Online tuition and revision courses for your selected papers, for 12 months,18 months and 24 months.
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Access to FI Learn, with digital materials available from the moment you book (including course notes and question bank)

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Comprehensive pre-recorded lectures
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Tutor support via phone or email

Related ACCA courses

Applied Knowledge

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Applied Skills

Current level

Strategic Professional

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Benefits of studying ACCA

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Globally recognized qualification

ACCA is one of the most widely respected certifications in accounting and finance. Its global recognition allows professionals to work anywhere in the world. This international appeal broadens career horizons and enhances employability.
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Broad curriculum

ACCA’s comprehensive syllabus ensures a deep understanding of key areas in finance and accounting. This knowledge equips professionals with the tools needed to address complex financial challenges.
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Vast global network of professionals

ACCA connects its members to a worldwide community of accountants and finance experts. This network facilitates knowledge sharing, mentorship, and career opportunities. Being part of this community enhances both professional growth and industry insights.
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Qualifies you for senior roles

ACCA certification is often a prerequisite for leadership positions in finance. It demonstrates a high level of expertise and commitment to ethical practices. These attributes are key to securing roles like financial manager, CFO, or consultant.

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