The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is a global organization that offers business-relevant qualifications to individuals seeking a career in accountancy, finance, and management. It was founded in 1904 and has consistently held core values of opportunity, diversity, innovation, integrity, and accountability. The organization aims to develop capacity in the profession and encourage the adoption of consistent global standards. It works to open up the profession to people of all backgrounds and remove artificial barriers to entry, ensuring that its qualifications and delivery meet the diverse needs of trainee professionals and their employers. The organization supports its 162,000 members and 428,000 students in 173 countries, helping them to develop successful careers in accounting and business, with the skills needed by employers. The global program, Accountants for Business, champions the role of finance professionals in all sectors as true value creators in organizations.
