DipIFR

About the qualification

A focused IFRS qualification for accountants who need it fast. Ideal for qualified or experienced accountants requiring solid IFRS knowledge, common across the Gulf.

Who it's for

• Qualified or experienced accountants needing IFRS expertise
• Professionals in financial reporting, group accounting, and roles requiring IFRS in IFRS-adopting countries

Not ideal if you need a full accountancy qualification rather than IFRS depth.

Structure

A single exam, sat twice a year (June and December), for those with an accounting qualification or relevant experience.

Time & cost

Often completed with a few months of study.

Skills you'll build

• IFRS standards
• Group financial statements
• Recognition & measurement
• Financial reporting

Continuing professional development (CPD)

Counts toward CPD; ACCA members follow the 40-unit annual CPD requirement.

Best free resources

• Deloitte IFRS e-Learning ↗

  45+ free modules covering IFRS standards, with a certificate. How to start: No registration to study; add your name before the assessment for the certificate.

• OpenTuition ↗

  100% free video lectures, notes, and mock exams for ACCA and CIMA papers. How to start: Free to use; create a free account for the forums. No paid content.

• ACCA Study Hub & Practice Platform ↗

  ACCA's own free study texts, quizzes, past papers, and practice exams. How to start: Create a free myACCA account at accaglobal.com, then open the Study Hub.

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Paths you might also consider

• ACCA: The most popular global accountancy qualification — flexible and recognised worldwide.
• CIMA: Management accounting and business finance — finance inside organisations.
• SOCPA: Saudi Arabia's professional accounting body and fellowship.

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