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CAT Qualification


COURSE OVERVIEW

Certified Accounting Technician is a qualification offered by the ACCA; world’s largest Global Financial Accounting Body. The ACCA Body certifies students with the CAT Qualification who aspire to drive themselves in the global accounting and finance career.


ACCA is a leading global body for professional accountants and finance professionals in the world. The ACCA CAT Qualification uniquely assists the students – members by qualifying them as certified Accounting and Finance professionals thereby enhancing their technical skills and Knowledge; making them more productive at the business.

The CAT Qualification at FINPLAN awards you with Multiple Global Certificates supported with a robust practical curriculum, Professional Industry Experience and a syllabus which is divided across various levels thereby giving you the flexibility of attempting the papers and clearing the level while pursuing your current qualification or Work Experience.


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INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

With increased scrutiny in recent years on how businesses operate, it is essential that all organization representatives – irrespective of which level or role they work in – know what it means to act and behave professionally and ethically in the workplace.


India has been a resourceful nation with abundance supply of qualified professionals representing leadership roles in companies across the world. With the adoption of IFRS in the early phase of the companies, India too has proved to initiate & maintain global accounting and finance standard procedures and higher professional working standards at all levels thereby building organization’s growth and development in the international markets.


The ACCA – CAT Qualification at FINPLAN provides you an excellent increase and higher productivity at workplace by increasing your potential to perform well in technical and management positions which will also reduce the time and costs of studying for the complete ACCA Qualification.

The ACCA - CAT Program at FINPLAN routes through the Foundation in Accountancy pathway of ACCA Body which includes multiple certificates, diplomas and the CAT Qualification integrated with the Indian Accounting and Finance papers, Business skills and Practical Industry Experience to give you a perfect combination of Global and Local Market understanding for your Career.


Further, students can benefit by continuing their Career to either become ACCA Qualified or diversify their career pursuing a Master’s Degree or further professional qualifications at FINPLAN.(Exemptions in further qualification are subject to current qualifications including CAT)

ACCREDITATION

ACCA is the global body for Accounting and Finance professionals. It aims to offer business relevant, first-choice qualification to people of application, ability and ambition around the world, who seeka rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management.


ACCA is one of the world’s fastest growing gateway to the accountancy profession, helping students to become successful accountants and finance professionals.

ACCA has more than 208,000 fully qualified members and 503,000 students worldwide. They're among the world’s best-qualified and most highly sought-after accountants - and they work in every sector you can imagine.


COURSE BENEFITS

Global Recognition

Being a ACCA CAT Professional gives the opportunity to represent your career on the Global level. ACCA’s recognition extends up to 181 countries across the world and it means you get the advantage to present your career globally.

Multiple Certification

With the ACCA CAT Qualification; you get multiple certifications which increase your portfolio value enabling employer’s identification in multiple job roles.

Professional Outlook

Being an Accounting technician means you can take leadership decisions in the organization and have the technical knowledge to solve complex challenges. You exhibit true professionalism at workplace.

Short TIme Commitment

The CAT Qualification can be completed as early as 12 months and you are all set to take the corporate seat to implement your knowledge and skills with recognized employers.

Practical Experience

As an aspiring CAT professional; you gain practical work experience of minimum 12months to put your knowledge and skills in application and ensure to get the required grooming from employer.

Learn IFRS

International Financial Reporting Standards are the global accounting standards which are internationally accepted. The ACCA CAT education has been developed with the base of IFRS and this ensures you can increase.... Read More

Global Career Opportunities

with a base of 7000 plus ACCA Learning employer partnerships; you can explore various career opportunities and have the easy to applying to the organization from the www.accacareers.com

Cost Effective

The ACCA CAT Qualification at FINPLAN Institute has been tailor made to suit your affordability. Students who wish to opt for the Qualification can consider flexible payment options with financial loan facility for the qualification.

FINPLAN’S QUALITY ASSURANCE AND SUPPORT

Being the ACCA - Gold Approved Learning Partner, we maintain the overall learning experience as per guidelines given by the ACCA Body. The following are the Quality Benchmarks and support provided by us:



ACCA qualified tutors supported with proven methodology in teaching has given us higher passing rates and ACCA India and world rankers. ACCA tutors at FINPLAN have proved to be the pillars for sharing their learning’s from professional career blending with ACCA technical papers and this has given us a overall great experience to share ACCA Education to all.

Either you are a student or a working professional; you can choose the batch that suits your priority to complete your Qualification. At FINPLAN, you can choose to complete your education on Level wise basis or paper wise basis whichever suits your commitment level. This gives you to ensure to keep moving ahead passing the papers at your comfort timeline.

With the network to explore from 7000 plus ACCA Approved Learning Employers, you have wider career opportunities to choose from working with the Banking, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, manufacturing or any sector industry you wish to apply for Internships and Placements. FINPLAN’s dedicated placement team ensures you get connected with local or global employers for Job Prospects and utilize your relevant skills and knowledge to serve organizations once with qualifies the respective ACCA levels.

with campuses spread across 600sq.ft to 35000 sq.ft area; you get to access facilities like Library, Financial Labs, Auditorium, Air Condition Learning and tutorial Rooms to suit your learning process and make you progress in your ACCA Qualification.

Being the Quality certified Learning partner for the ACCA Qualification, you get complete assistance for mentorship to pass your way for the Bsc.(Hons) Degree in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University.

At FINPLAN HB, we are very conscious about the student passing rate. Therefore, you get the aid from to appear the past exam papers, mock test, revision lecture to hone your skills before appearing for the final examinations.

Our support office for student assistance is working for all the 7days a week. Therefore, you can call us up for assistance required to support you during your journey with us.

Each year you get to gain first hand industry knowledge and updates by attending Global Accounting conferences and increase your network of employers to enhance your professional image

you can choose to attend industry visit across India to gain exposure and knowledge of the internal operation of a corporate.

you can access best in industry ACCA Resources like the Text, Exam techniques, pocket notes, E-books, presentations, case-studies and assignments to give your required support and guidance on your approach to understand the ACCA Qualification with more dept.

CAT - COURSE ARCHITECTURE

The accounting technician of today and tomorrow needs a rigorous and flexible qualification to help them contribute to business performance and an ever-changing business landscape.


The ACCA CAT Qualification provides greater access to the ACCA Qualification and aims to satisfy the needs of employers by allowing individuals to choose from a flexible range of qualifications which will help them develop relevant technical knowledge and practical skills required to perform in accounting technician roles.


CERTIFIED ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN (CAT)


In Order to obtain the CAT Qualification, students need to complete the following:


FA1, MA1, FA2, MA2, FAB, FFA and FMA exams.


Two of the three foundation specialist papers.


One year’s practical experience including completion of four essential competences and a minimum of six technical competences


Foundations in Professionalism.


COURSE LEVELS AND SUBJECTS

Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting: The certificate is awarded on completion of the following papers :


- FA1 : Financial Transactions
- MA1 : Management Information

Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting: This Certificate is awarded on completion of the following papers :

- FA2 : Maintaining Financial Records
- MA2 : Managing Costs and Financ

Diploma in Accounting and Business: This Certificate is awarded on completion of the following papers :

- FFA : Financial Accounting
- FMA : Management Accounting
- FAB : Accounting in Business

Specialist Papers (2 from 3):

Foundation specialist papers are available in the following subjects as individual awards.

- Audit
- Tax
- FInancial Management

Foundation in Professionalism

- In line with current best practice and to meet IFAC’s (International Federation of Accountants) recommendations for technical accountants, a professionalism and ethics module is included as part of Foundations in Accountancy.
- Completion of Foundations in Professionalism is compulsory for students who wish to be awarded the introductory and intermediate certificates in Financial and Management Accounting, the Diploma in Accounting and Business and the CAT Qualification.
- Please note Foundations in Professionalism only needs to be completed once by students who choose to complete one or more of these awards

Work Experience (Internship) Certification:

Students who wish to complete the CAT Qualification will be required to complete a practical experience requirement. Four of the CAT Qualification essential competences will be the same as the performance objectives which form part of the ACCA Qualification and will be introduced alongside the current elements of technical competences. If these four essential competences are completed as part of the CAT Qualification practical experience requirements, they can count towards four of the 13 performance objectives required to achieve the ACCA Qualification.

Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Qualification:

This is awarded on post completion of all the above levels of certifications and professional experience.

Certificate in IFRS:

The certificate in IFRS Certification is a standalone certification taught by FINPLAN Institute for introducing you the principles of International Accounting Standards (IAS) and IFRS. On completion of this certification you will :

- Understand how IFRS are used around the world
- Understand how the IFRS Foundation/IASB(International accounting standard Boards) work and how these are being changed
- Be able to examine the fundamental requirements of IFRS on a standard-by-standard basis for the benefit of preparers, auditors and users of financial statements
- Know how to use IFRS in practice.

The use of IFRS Certified Professional is increasing year-on-year by employers and economies at large. This certificate will assist individuals produce and use financial statements on IFRS and also enhance their portfolio value by giving them formal recognition for existing skills and knowledge.

FINPLAN’s GST Certification:

Since the implementation of GST in India from 1st July 2017; all the indirect and direct taxes levied on the goods and services in India has been replaced with 1 common tax GST. Understanding the importance and implementation of GST is imperative to the new breed professionals and senior leaders working in Indian economy.

COURSE CERTIFICATION




ACCA DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS


ACCA CAT Certificate

ELIGIBILITY

Any student with a basic education background is eligible for the CAT Qualification.


Competition for talent remains high. Good graduates and qualified professionals in particular have become hard to find by today’s employers.


Students and working professionals who wish to take their career to the next level by increasing their capabilities in the domain of Accounting, Finance and Business Management; who wish to get themselves recognized within the pool of talented leaders for employers or increase their leadership and technical knowledge in the self-owned businesses are the most suitable to pursue the ACCA - CAT Qualification.


Non – financial executives & managers can also look forward for the ACCA – CAT Qualification which will assist you to have a good grounding in finance and accounting techniques in order to make effective business decisions.


Managers can enter at, and progress to, a level of expertise matched to their level of financial responsibility – from essential knowledge certificate levels to the diploma level, which is more relevant for those working in practice.


EXEMPTIONS



Students with relevant Education Qualification from recognized Institution and relevant practical experience can claim exemptions within the Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting and Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting.


Students with relevant Education Qualification from recognized Institution and relevant practical experience can claim exemptions within the Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting and Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting.


EXEMPTIONS
Computer Based Exams (CBE) is available for the certificates and diploma
papers, including the specialist papers.

ACCA JOB BOARD

ACCA Careers Job Board is the official jobs portal. It's a global recruitment solution, connecting organizations looking for finance and accountancy professionals with quality candidates in search of these roles.

It provides unique access to over 670,000 students, affiliates and members of ACCA. No other site can claim the same unrivalled access to such a large pool of global finance talent to enable organizations to support and grow their business.

Progression to the CAT (Certified Accounting Technician) Qualification and the ACCA Qualification

Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Accounting and Business through Foundations in Accountancy can either:

Transfer to the ACCA Qualification and commence their studies at F4 onwards of the ACCA Qualification.

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Continue to study for the CAT Qualification. On completion of this, they can progress to the ACCA Qualification if they choose to do so, beginning their studies at paper F4. They can also count the four essential competences and one year’s work experience gained to achieve the CAT Qualification towards the three year’s work experience, and four of the nine essential performance objectives required for the ACCA Qualification.

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