Studying ACCA
Study Options
You can study ACCA in one of our three different modes. Explore more about courses below.
FULL TIME
Requirements to be accepted on the full-time programme is a Grade 12 pass with a minimum level 4 in English and Mathematics. Students with Maths Literacy or Level 3 in Mathematics will be accepted into the ‘Foundation in Accountancy’ (FIA) programme. To learn more about the FIA programme, please contact us.
PART-TIME
IMAS delivers a dynamic part-time programme in South Africa and Swaziland that is geared towards providing quality teaching and excellent student support. Our ACCA classes are offered on weekends.
For our ACCA programme, we have two intakes per annum for the Knowledge, Skills and Essential Levels aimed at June and December exams. Alternatively, students can start anytime through our online distance learning programme supported by pre-recorded class videos with guided study programme
To start will depend on what qualification do you have:
- Knowledge Level – you will need a minimum of Grade 12 with Mathematics and English. If you don’t meet the minimum criteria, you can start with the Foundation in Accountancy (FIA) which will allow you to proceed to the Skills Level. For more info on FIA,please contact us.
- Skills Level – if you have a National Diploma, Degree or Honours in Accounting or Business related studies, you may be eligible for exemptions. A maximum of 9 exemptions may be offered, allowing you to start at the Essential Level.
Essential Level – Student who have received all 9 exemptions or have passed the Skills Level will proceed to the Essential Level.
DISTANCE LEARNING
Receive all the freedom and flexibility you could need and learn from our team of dynamic and committedtutors via pre-recorded lecture videos. We’ll supply you with key dates and study guidance, to help you structure your studies, all fully supported throughout your programme.
Through our highly rated student online portal, you will never feel alone. Our student liaison officer will make sure that you get contacted by our tutors when you need assistance.
Our distance learning programme offers all the ACCA papers, allowing you to start anytime in the year.
Learning Method Comparison
PART-TIME
- 10 contact classes
- 2 full days of revision
- Study Material
- Access to all recorded class videos
- Mock Exam and Feedback
- Two Tests
- Unlimited Consultation time with tutors
DISTANCE LEARNING
- 2 full days of revision
- Study Material
- Access to all recorded class videos
- Mock Exam and Feedback
- Two Tests
- Unlimited Consultation time with tutors
MONTHLY BLOCK
- 4 contact block classes
- 2 full days of revision
- Study Material
- Access to all recorded class videos
- Mock Exam and Feedback
- Two Tests
- Unlimited Consultation time with tutors
Full Time Fees
Course
Foundation in Accountancy
2019
R 18,000
2020
R 20,000
2021
R 22,500
Course
ACCA – First Year (Diploma in Accounting and Business)
2019
R 18,000
2020
R 20,000
2021
R 22,500
Course
ACCA – Second Year (Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business)
2019
R 52,500
2020
R 58,275
2021
R 65,850
Course
ACCA – Third Year (Strategic Professional Level)
2019
R 18,000
2020
R 20,000
2021
R 22,500
Part Time Fees
Course
ACCA – Foundation in Accountancy
2019
R 20,700 (R 5,750 per subject)
2020
R 22,900 (R 6,380 per subject)
2021
R 25,900 (R 7,200 per subject)
Course
ACCA – Diploma in Accounting and Business (Knowledge Level)
2019
R 16,065 (R 5,950 per subject)
2020
R 17,800 (R 6,600 per subject)
2021
R 20,150 (R 7,400 per subject)
Course
ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business (Applied Skills Level)
2019
R 33,750 (R 6,250 per subject)
2020
R 37,460 (R 6,875 per subject)
2021
R 42,330 (R 7,765 per subject)
Course
ACCA Strategic Professional Level
2019
R 29,700 (R 7,000 per subject & R13,200 for SBL)
2020
R 32,670 (R 7,700 per subject & R12,000 for SBL)
2021
R 36,900 (R 8,700 per subject & R14,900 for SBL)
ACCA Student Fees 2019
These are fees payable to ACCA by students, not included in our part-time tuition fees.
Description
Registration/Re-registration Fee
Amount
R900
Exemption Fee per Subject at Knowledge Level
R1,600
Exam Fee per subject at Foundation Level
R1,500
Exemption Fee per Subject at Applied Skill Level
R2,200
Exam Fee per subject at Knowledge Level
R2,300
Exam Fee per subject at Applied Skill Level
R2,300
Exam Fee per subject at Strategic Professional Level (excl SBL)
R2,900
Strategic Business Leader (SBL)
R4,200
Ethics and Professional Skills Module
R1,300
* The above ACCA Fees are bound for review in January 2019.