Purpose:The primary purpose of the ACCA qualification is to prepare learners to practice as professional accountants within any sector of the economy - public practice, industry, commerce or the public sector, either within South Africa or in other countries around the world. Finance professionals are in demand throughout the world including South Africa. ACCA provides the opportunity to people of ability to access careers in accounting, business and finance both for their own benefit and for the economy as a whole. The rationale for ACCA's qualification is to contribute to representivity in society around the world not least in South Africa.The purpose of the ACCA syllabus is to provide the learner with the knowledge and understanding needed to underpin the professional accountant's role. The structure of the syllabus has been designed to assist learning and understanding and to ensure that learners develop an appreciation of the development and interdependence of subjects.Together, t...
