Intakes

March and September

Examinations

The examination for ICAEW modules are computer-based.

Certificate & Professional Level
March, June, September, and December

Advanced Level
July and November

Duration

5 years (including 3 years of  working experience)

Academic Requirements

Aged between 18 to 23 years, with one  of the criteria below:

i. Diploma / Advanced Diploma and Degree in any field of studies from  a nationally accredited university  (CGPA 2.50 / pass)
ii. CFAB (pass)
iii. STPM / A-Level (CGPA 3.00 (BBB)  and above / BBB and above)
iv. AUSMAT / SAM (ATAR 80 and above)
v. CIMP / CPU (80% and above)
vi. MUFY (80% and above)
vii. UEC (15 points and below in best  5 subjects (including A’s in English  and Mathematics, minimum of B’s  in the remaining 3 subjects)
viii. Any foundations approved by MQA (average mark of 80% and above)

For pathways iii, iv, v, vi and viii credit in SPM Mathematics and English is required.

English Language Requirements

English language proficiency may be demonstrated by any of the following:

• Evidence that English is the language of instruction in secondary or tertiary studies completed;
OR
• IELTS (academic) minimum 6.5 and at least 6.0 for each individual band
•TOEFL (paper-based) minimum 600 and TWE (Test of Written English) 6

The ACA Exam Structure

Certificate Level
Accounting
Assurance
Management Information
Business, Technology and Finance
Principles of Taxation
Law

Professional Level
Financial Accounting and Reporting
Audit and Assurance
Financial Management
Tax Compliance
Business Strategy and Technology
Business Planning: Taxation

Advanced Level
Corporate Reporting
Strategic Business Management
Case Study

ICAEW is the largest professional accountancy body in Europe, with over 147,000 members in 160 countries. It awards ACA qualification as well as CFAB, which are both recognised around the world.