ACCA Applied Skills
- Learning Hours: Flexible
- Duration: Approx. 2–3 Months Per Paper
- Exams: 6 Papers
Progress your accounting and finance career with ACCA Applied Skills at FC Training. This level builds on ACCA Applied Knowledge and develops the practical technical skills needed by future professional accountants.
Take the next step in your ACCA journey with structured tutor support, mock exams and flexible study options.
About ACCA Applied Skills
ACCA Applied Skills is the second major level of the ACCA Qualification and develops the practical accounting, finance and business skills required by professional accountants.
At FC Training, our Applied Skills courses are designed to help students move from basic accounting knowledge to more advanced technical application through structured teaching, exam preparation, mock assessments and tutor support.
Why Choose ACCA Applied Skills?
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Second level of the ACCA Qualification
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Prepare for LW, PM, TX, FR, AA and FM papers
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Exam-focused preparation with mock exams and practice questions
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Flexible online, live online and classroom study options
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Progression pathway toward ACCA Strategic Professional
Course Overview
Build Strong Practical Accounting and Finance Skills
ACCA Applied Skills is the second major level of the current ACCA Qualification. ACCA states that the Applied Skills exams build on existing knowledge and develop broad, practical finance skills required by future professional accountants in any sector or industry. The current Applied Skills exams are Corporate and Business Law, Taxation, Financial Reporting, Performance Management, Financial Management and Audit and Assurance.
At FC Training, our Applied Skills courses are designed to help students move from basic accounting knowledge to more advanced technical application. You will learn how to analyse business information, prepare and interpret financial reports, understand taxation, apply audit principles, manage performance and make finance decisions.
Legal systems and sources of law
Contract law
Employment law
Company formation and administration
Capital and financing of companies
Directors’ duties and responsibilities
Corporate governance and legal compliance
Fraudulent and criminal behaviour in business
Costing techniques
Budgeting and budgetary control
Standard costing and variance analysis
Performance measurement
Decision-making techniques
Relevant costing
Risk and uncertainty
Divisional performance
Non-financial performance indicators
Income tax
Corporation tax
Capital gains tax
National insurance contributions
Value added tax
Tax administration
Tax planning principles
Tax liabilities for individuals and companies
Preparing and interpreting tax computations
Conceptual and regulatory framework
Accounting standards
Preparation of single-entity financial statements
Group accounts and consolidation
Statement of cash flows
Interpretation of financial statements
Revenue, leases, provisions and non-current assets
Financial reporting adjustments
Audit and assurance principles
External audit process
Professional ethics
Risk assessment
Internal controls
Audit evidence
Audit procedures
Review and reporting
Audit completion procedures
Role of the finance manager
Financial management environment
Investment appraisal
Working capital management
Business finance
Cost of capital
Capital structure
Business valuation
Risk management
Exams & Assessments
ACCA Applied Skills exams are computer-based exams that assess practical application and technical understanding.
| Assessment Method | Exam Format | Duration |
| Computer-based exams | Objective and constructed response questions | Approx. 3 Hours |
| Pass Mark | Papers | Availability |
| 50% | 6 Papers | Quarterly ACCA sessions |
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Career Opportunities & Progression
Assistant Accountant
Audit Assistant
Tax Associate
Financial Reporting Assistant
Finance Officer
After completing ACCA Applied Skills, students can progress to ACCA Strategic Professional.
Pricing & Registration
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Course Fees: Contact our advisers for the latest pricing and study options.
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Flexible Payment Options: Payment plans may be available depending on the course package.
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Employer Sponsorship: Invoice and employer-funded study options available.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ACCA Applied Skills exams are the second level of the current ACCA Qualification. They build on Applied Knowledge and develop broad practical finance skills for future professional accountants.
The current Applied Skills papers are Corporate and Business Law (LW), Taxation (TX), Financial Reporting (FR), Performance Management (PM), Financial Management (FM) and Audit and Assurance (AA).
Yes. Many students move to ACCA after completing AAT or other accounting qualifications. Students should check their ACCA starting point and exemption eligibility before booking.
Many students start with Corporate and Business Law or Performance Management, but the best order depends on your background, exemptions, confidence and exam timetable. FC Training can help you plan a suitable route.
Yes. ACCA states that all exams are taken using a computer. Some are on-demand and others are session-based.
LW UK and Global are usually on-demand. TX, FR, PM, FM and AA are session-based exams, with ACCA exam sessions in March, June, September and December.
After Applied Skills, students progress to Strategic Professional, where they complete Strategic Business Leader, Strategic Business Reporting and two option papers.
Yes. FC Training can provide mock exams, progress tests and exam technique support as part of ACCA preparation.
Yes. FC Training can offer online, live online or classroom study options depending on course availability.
Yes. Students must register with ACCA separately to manage their student account, exemptions and exam bookings.
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