ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body for professional accountants. They aim to offer business-relevant, first-choice qualifications to people of application, ability and ambition around the world who seek a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management. Studying for ACCA qualifications will provide you with skills and knowledge relevant to any business, which means you are free to choose which type of accountancy role and organisation you want to work for.

Founded in 1904, ACCA has consistently held unique core values: opportunity, diversity, innovation, integrity and accountability. They believe that accountants bring value to economies in all stages of development. They aim to develop capacity in the profession and encourage the adoption of global standards.

The Institute of Accounting Technicians in Ireland

The Institute of Accounting Technicians in Ireland was established in 1983 and has become the leading accounting technician body in Ireland. We currently have over 5,800 students and 4,600 members.

The Institute prides itself on providing a qualification in accounting and information skills for persons working in firms in public practice, in industry and commerce and in the public sector and to provide those attaining membership of the Institute with a range of services to support them in their professional work.

IATI is also a partner body of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland and is an associate member of the International Federation of Accountants. We promote the highest educational, technical and ethical standards along with continuous education and life long learning for our members. The Institute's qualification is recognised world wide for these reasons and substantial exemptions are offered to our students with the senior accounting bodies.