This is the first optional subject in the ACCA Qualification Strategic Professional Level. At this level a student is required to select 2 subjects from the Optional module. This subject requires the application of knowledge, skills, and professional judgement expected of a senior financial executive. The function of a financial executive is to take or recommend decisions relating to the financial management of the organisation.
Description
This is the first optional subject in the ACCA Qualification Strategic Professional Level. At this level a student is required to select 2 subjects from the Optional module. This course requires the application of knowledge, skills, and professional judgement expected of a senior financial executive. The function of a financial executive is to take or recommend decisions relating to the financial management of the organisation.
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Accreditation
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Overview
The role and responsibility of the senior financial executive or advisor
Macro economics and the role of international financial institutions
Investments decisions and the assessment of financial and strategic consequences
Acquisitions and mergers
Corporate re-organisation strategy
Treasury and risk management techniques
Emerging issues in finance and financial management
Qualification
This subject is a part of the ACCA Qualification. At the end of this course you will be awarded a SACOB certificate of completion.
Requirements
Completion of the Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels as well as the two essential modules in the Strategic Professional level
Duration
This subject can be completed in 3 - 6 months
Packages
Kaplan OnDemand:
- Textbooks
- Introduction Video
- Exam Info
- Q & A Platform
- Concept Videos
- Forums
- Exam Timetable
- Study Schedule
- Multiple Mock Exams & Solutions
- Lecture Resources
- Study Notes
- PowerPoint Slides
- Kaplan Videos
- Question Banks
- Progress Tests
- 24 Hours Lecture & Tutor Support
Assessment
This subject consists of a three hour paper-based exam which you can sit in June and December.
A maximum of four subjects can be taken per exam sitting. You will need to obtain 50% per exam in order to pass.
What's next
You can continue your studies with SACOB and ACCA and complete more subjects that make up this qualification.
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