DipIFR

← All career paths Global (IFRS)IFRS reporting DipIFR — Diploma in International Financial Reporting (ACCA) A focused IFRS qualification for accountants who need it fast. Comparing options? Read ACCA vs CPA vs CMA vs CFA → Quick answer Best for A focused IFRS qualification for accountants who need it fast. Not ideal for If you need a full accountancy qualification, not just IFRS depth. Main roles Financial reporting, group accounting and roles requiring IFRS in IFRS-adopting countries. CPD Counts toward CPD; ACCA members follow the 40-unit annual CPD requirement. UK relevance: HighGulf relevance: High Last reviewed: June 2026 Who it's for Qualified or experienced accountants who need solid IFRS knowledge — common across the Gulf. Structure A single exam, sat twice a year (June and December), for those with an accounting qualification or relevant experience. Time & cost Often a few months of study. Careers Financial reporting, group accounting and roles requiring IFRS in IFRS-adopting countries. The skills you'll build Many of these serve more than one path. IFRS standardsGroup financial statementsRecognition & measurementFinancial reporting Best free resources for this path Curated and vetted, with how to start. Deloitte IFRS e-Learning ↗Free + certificate 45+ free modules covering the IFRS standards, with a certificate. How to start: No registration to study; add your name before the assessment for the certificate. OpenTuition ↗100% free Free video lectures, notes and mock exams for every ACCA and CIMA paper. How to start: Free to use; create a free account for the forums. No paid content. ACCA Study Hub & Practice Platform ↗Free with myACCA 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. See the full free-resource library → Continuing professional development (CPD) Counts toward CPD; ACCA members follow the 40-unit annual CPD requirement. Get these hours for free → 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. Disclaimer Links to third-party resources are provided for convenience and learning only. Fileminder does not control third-party content, prices, certificates, CPD/CPE eligibility, availability or accuracy. Always check the provider's own page before relying on a course, certificate, CPD unit or learning outcome. Last reviewed: June 2026.