Cheat Sheet

ACCA Cheat Sheet

By The Exam Atlas Editorial Team · Verified 2026-05-29

A final-revision summary of the ACCA qualification structure. Study aid only.

The three levels

LevelExams
Applied KnowledgeBT, MA, FA
Applied SkillsLW, PM, TX, FR, AA, FM
Strategic ProfessionalSBL, SBR (Essentials) + two Options

Strategic Professional options (choose two)

Advanced Financial Management · Advanced Performance Management · Advanced Taxation · Advanced Audit and Assurance.

Requirements to qualify

RequirementDetail
ExamsUp to 13 (fewer with exemptions)
Ethics moduleEthics and Professional Skills, required
Experience (PER)36 months of relevant supervised work
Pass mark50% on most exams

Reminders

Check exemptions before registering · pace one to three exams per session · give Strategic Professional extra time · log PER as you go.

FAQ

Can I use notes in ACCA exams?
No. ACCA exams are proctored. Use this for final revision before exam day only.

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