ACCA MA2 Managing Costs and Finance

The ACCA MA2 exam progresses your journey in the FIA, building upon the foundation laid by the MA1 exam. It further explores the intricacies of management accounting principles, emphasizing the application of cost accounting techniques and the analysis of cost information to support effective decision-making and financial management strategies. Our course provides you with the resources needed for exam mastery, featuring accessible-on-demand lessons, bespoke notes and slides, and automatically graded practice questions.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the MA2 exam look like?

The exams for FA2 and MA2 feature 50 questions, each worth 2 marks. Unlike the FA1 and MA1 exams, they include a variety of objective test question formats. In addition to multiple-choice questions, these formats comprise number entry, multiple response, and multiple response matching questions.

You can book an exam with an ACCA center directly. Click here to find a ACCA exam center.

What previous qualifications are required to start the ACCA FIA qualification?

Entry to the ACCA FIA qualification does not require any prior qualifications. After passing all 7 exams, you become eligible for entry into the ACCA qualification.

What is the ACCA FIA qualification?

The ACCA FIA (Foundation in Accountancy) qualification is designed as an entry-level accounting certification, offering foundational knowledge and skills in finance and accounting.

It comprises seven exams that cover key aspects of financial and management accounting.

Upon completion, it provides a pathway to the ACCA professional qualification & the ACCA CAT qualification.

Click here to find out more about the ACCA FIA qualification.

What is the ACCA CAT qualification?

The ACCA CAT (Certified Accounting Technician) qualification is a practical, entry-level accounting certification designed to provide individuals with a solid foundation in finance and accounting practices.

It focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed for various accounting roles within businesses or accounting firms.

The CAT qualification can serve as a standalone credential for pursuing a career in accounting or as a stepping stone towards achieving the full ACCA qualification, offering a flexible pathway for professional development in the field of accountancy.

Click here to find out more about the ACCA CAT qualification.

What is the ACCA Profesional Qualification?

The ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualification is a leading global accountancy credential that equips individuals with comprehensive financial management skills, strategic thinking, and professional ethics to excel in careers across accounting, finance, and business.

It involves passing a series of exams, gaining relevant work experience, and fulfilling professional ethics requirements, thereby preparing candidates for senior roles in accountancy, management, and consultancy.

Click here to find out more about the ACCA qualification.

In what order should I take the ACCA FIA exams?

Students are advised to start with the FA1 & MA1 exams, proceed to the FA2 & MA2 exams, and conclude with the FBT, FMA, & FFA exams.

I have enrolled onto an MPES course, what else do I need to do?

To sit for your exams and achieve the qualification, you must register as an ACCA student with the ACCA.

Click here to register as an ACCA student.