Masters or ACCA, ACA, ICAEW, CIMA , AAT

[Jose Barrio]

Hi there,


I am originally from Spain but I am working in London. Im already qualified as I have a 5 years degree in business administration and management. Currently I am working in the account department of a multinational company in London and I would like to study a masters degree or go for ACCA, ACA, AATor CIMA exams. My question is what it´s better to do here in the UK , study a masters degree or obtain one of the accountancy certificaction in order to develop a strong professional career? Are the CIMA and AAT exams globally recognized?


Is the ICAEW the same as the ACA exam?


If I pass the CIMA or the AAT certifications would I be able to apply for jobs in other countries like Canada , Australia ( Commonwealth countries ) and the US ? Or is it better to study a masters degree so as to work in any country in the world?


Many thanks


Jose

 

[Newchodge]

Jose what do you want to end up doing?

 

[Scalloway]

I think all the bodies you mention are internationally recognised.

 

[profitxchange]

before doing any more studying look at what is happening in the business world over next 10-20 years. Most qualifications have a finite life in career terms. After that it is down to how you contribute to your employers' success. With an MBA and meaningful experience you should not need any more qualifications.

 

[Jose Barrio]

Hi everyone,

Id like to become an accountant or a financial controller so I would like to know your opinion on that. Hence I want to take the quickest and fastest path to achieve those positions. Basically I dont know if I should go for an accounting /financial masters or for an accounting qualification. I am also a person who likes taking responsabilities.

Many thanks

 

[Jose Barrio]

Jose what do you want to end up doing?

Accountant or financial controller

 

[STDFR33]

Accountant or financial controller

A financial controller is usually an accountant.

 

[S2K]

If you want to become a professional accountant the most important thing is to get a professional qualification so my advice is to forget the Master. ACCA, ACA, CIMA and AAT are all good and recognised pretty much all over the world but it's worth mentioning that AAT is under the level of the other three.

CIMA is more strategic than ACCA and ACA and will be useful if you wish to work more on the commercial side. ACA is usually big in practice. ACCA covers the commercial aspects although not as deep as CIMA.

ICAEW = ACA