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Accounting course in Dubai

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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 01 August 2015 - 10:12

Has anyone studying accounting or finance here? Would like to find a part time course that has a qualification that's recognized in Europe.

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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 01 August 2015 - 14:13
There are two routes you can take: 1. Do a Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance which will give you exemptions from professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, etc.) exams so after you graduate, you only do the exams you need and you end up with a Bachelor degree AND a professional qualification. This will typically take 4-5 years. OR 2. Sign up and just do a professional qualification and take all the exams required. The ACCA does give you the option of also getting a Bachelor degree from Oxford Brooks University in the UK following on from the ACCA qualification. This degree is recognized, but some employers in the UAE don't accept it because it's not a "proper" Bachelor degree in the sense that you just 'top up' your ACCA qualification by a year of further study to get it. These employers prefer the traditional university degree. The length of study if you choose this route will depend on you, since you sign up to do the exams when you are ready. Whatever your decide, do your research carefully. All of the professional qualifications are recognized worldwide but they are different in focus. The ACCA is usually done by accountants and is accepted in most countries, the CFA is for finance professionals, CIMA is a mix of accounting and business, while ICAEW normally requires you to be sponsored by an 'approved' employer in order to do the exams. All of the professional bodies have offices in Dubai, so go and visit them and speak to them about the requirements as well as career prospects. There are also lots of training institutes that offer preparatory courses for professional exams. You can also visit universities to research courses if you want to go down the BA route. Ask the universities to give you a list of exemptions you would receive if you do their Accounting/Finance course. Good luck!
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 01 August 2015 - 10:39
DSR Professional Training in JLT offers courses to help students prepare for the ICAEW qualification. The instructors are excellent.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 01 August 2015 - 10:34
Hi Prethihappy, As you're looking at doing something part time, I'd suggest you look at either CIMA or ACCA - they have a qualifications which range from beginners right through to becoming a full-on chartered accountant. And these are globally recognised so great for your profile and if you enjoy the initial beginner's modules, these can go towards credits if you do decide you want to progress through the various qualifications. Both websites will have loads of information on how to enroll etc. Good luck!
 
 

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