Professional Qualification in IFRS
A globally recognised qualification awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA – UK), designed to build deep technical and conceptual expertise in International Financial Reporting Standards — accepted in 80+ countries and highly relevant wherever IFRS is adopted.
What is the Professional Qualification in IFRS?
Awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA – UK), this qualification develops a thorough understanding of IFRS principles, their underlying concepts and their practical application in the international business and reporting environment. It is widely accepted in more than 80 countries and highly relevant in jurisdictions that have adopted or converged with IFRS.
A globally respected awarding body
ACCA is one of the world’s leading professional accountancy bodies. The IFRS Professional Qualification it awards reflects international best practices in financial reporting and accounting standards.
Why study IFRS?
International Financial Reporting Standards are the backbone of global financial reporting. IFRS knowledge is essential across many roles — and demand for it keeps rising as adoption spreads worldwide.
Financial reporting
Financial reporting and disclosures.
Audit & assurance
Auditing and assurance engagements.
Corporate finance
Corporate finance and compliance.
Multinational business
Multinational business operations.
Regulatory & advisory
Regulatory and advisory roles.
In demand
Professionals with strong IFRS expertise are in high demand across industries.
Why study IFRS with ACCA (UK)?
Globally recognised professional qualification · strong conceptual foundation and technical depth · practical application of IFRS in real-world scenarios · accepted across international markets · enhances your credibility, career growth and employability.
Who is this qualification for?
Accounting & finance professionals
Qualified accountants and auditors in practice or industry, and professionals trained under national accounting standards.
Part-qualified & experienced
Candidates working towards qualification who meet an experience/exemption route below.
University students
With the ACCA Certificate in IFRS and a minimum of 2 years’ relevant accounting experience.
Independent learners
With the ACCA Certificate in IFRS and a minimum of 2 years’ relevant accounting experience.
Eligibility routes
If you are not fully qualified, you may still be eligible with one of: two years’ relevant accounting experience and a relevant degree (with ACCA exemptions F1–F4); two years’ experience and the ACCA Certificate in International Financial Reporting; three years’ relevant accounting experience; or ACCA Affiliate status. Not directly eligible yet? Complete the ACCA Certificate in IFRS first, then progress to the Professional Qualification.
Top reasons to join this qualification
Demonstrate professional competence in IFRS · enhance your career in accounting, audit and finance · gain a globally recognised and affordable qualification · become more employable in international and regional markets · receive an exemption from ACCA Paper F7 · open a path for academic and professional progression through ACCA.
Key areas of the syllabus
Structured to build strong conceptual knowledge and technical application skills.
A. International framework & standards
International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) · regulatory framework · international sources of authority · elements of financial statements
B. Financial reporting standards
Revenue recognition · property, plant & equipment · impairment of assets · leases · intangible assets & goodwill · inventories · financial instruments · provisions, contingent assets & liabilities
C. Presentation & disclosures
Statement of financial position · accounting policies, changes in estimates & errors · related-party disclosures · operating segments · reporting for small & medium-sized entities (SMEs)
D. Group & consolidated reporting
Group consolidated external reports · business combinations · intra-group adjustments · fair-value adjustments · associates & joint arrangements
E. Specialized IFRS topics
Employment & post-employment benefits · tax in financial statements · foreign currency & exchange rates · agriculture · share-based payment · exploration & evaluation · fair-value measurement
Course duration & preparation
70 hours live training
Interactive, instructor-led live training.
Study materials
Comprehensive study materials provided.
Recorded lectures
Video-recorded lectures of your classes.
Mocks & question banks
Mock exams and question banks to test readiness.
Certificate in IFRS support
Support for the ACCA Certificate in IFRS alongside the qualification.
Examination structure
| Number of exams | 1 |
| Exam format | Consolidation question (40 marks) + scenario-based questions (60 marks) |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Exam sessions | Study Dec–May → exam in June · Study Jul–Nov → exam in December |
| Booking | Online via ACCA (accaglobal.com) |
How to complete the qualification
Step 1 — Preparation
Register with Excellence Training Centre, collect your study materials, and attend structured training sessions.
Step 2 — Exam registration
Book your exam online via ACCA at accaglobal.com, then sit it in the next available session.
Indicative fees
| Training, books & classes | QAR 5,000 |
| ACCA online exam fee | £185 |
Fees are indicative and set by ACCA/Excellence — message us for the latest. Exams are conducted in more than 180 countries worldwide.
Why study at Excellence Training Centre?
ACCA-approved centre
An ACCA-approved training centre in Qatar.
Wide course range
A wide range of professional qualifications across disciplines.
Best pass rate
Best pass rate in Qatar for professional qualifications.
Experienced faculty
Full-time, experienced faculty.
Exam centre
Examination centre for most courses.
Approved quality centre
An approved Quality Training Centre.
IFRS qualification — frequently asked questions
Who awards the IFRS professional qualification?
It is awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA – UK), a globally recognised professional accountancy body, and is respected in more than 80 countries.
Who is eligible for the qualification?
Qualified accountants and auditors are eligible directly. Part-qualified professionals may qualify with two years’ relevant experience plus a relevant degree (ACCA F1–F4 exemptions) or the ACCA Certificate in IFRS, or with three years’ experience or ACCA Affiliate status. If you are not yet eligible, you can take the ACCA Certificate in IFRS first.
How is the qualification examined?
One exam of 100 marks — a consolidation question (40 marks) and scenario-based questions (60 marks). Exam sessions run twice a year, with exams in June and December, booked online via ACCA.
Do I get any ACCA exemptions?
Yes — the qualification carries an exemption from ACCA Paper F7 (Financial Reporting) and supports progression through ACCA.
What are the indicative fees?
Training, books and classes are QAR 5,000 and the ACCA online exam fee is £185. Fees are indicative — contact us for the latest.
How long is the course?
The programme includes 70 hours of interactive live training, with comprehensive study materials, video-recorded lectures, mock exams and question banks.
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