ACCA FIA – Foundations in Accountancy

Start Your Accounting Journey

Build a strong foundation in accounting, finance, and business with ACCA Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) at S.P.A. Education Ltd.

FIA provides an entry pathway for students who may not meet the direct entry requirements for the ACCA Qualification or who want to strengthen their accounting knowledge before progressing further.

ACCA Silver Learning Partner

About ACCA FIA

Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) is ACCA's foundation-level accounting pathway.

The complete pathway consists of seven (7) papers designed to progressively develop your accounting, finance, management, and business knowledge.

FIA Papers

FA1 – Financial Transactions

Currently Offered

Learn the fundamentals of recording financial transactions and accounting information.

Tuition: TT$995

MA1 – Management Information

Currently Offered

Learn how accounting information supports planning, management, and business decision-making.

Tuition: TT$995

FA2 – Maintaining Financial Records

Coming Soon

Develop skills in maintaining accounting records and preparing financial information.

MA2 – Managing Costs and Finance

Coming Soon

Learn about cost management, budgeting, and financial decision-making.

FBT – Foundations in Business and Technology

Coming Soon

Explore business operations, organizational structures, technology, governance, and the business environment.

FFA – Foundations in Financial Accounting

Coming Soon

Develop your understanding of financial accounting and the preparation of financial statements.

FMA – Foundations in Management Accounting

Coming Soon

Learn how management accounting supports planning, performance management, cost control, and decision-making.

Tuition & Payment Plan

Currently Available

FA1 – Financial Transactions: TT$995
MA1 – Management Information: TT$995

Total Tuition

TT$1,990

Payment Plan

TT$1,000 downpayment

followed by

2 monthly installments of TT$495

Additional S.P.A. Fees

• Registration Fee: TT$200 (Past students exempt)

• Semester Fee: TT$200

• Study School Fee: TT$500

These fees are separate from tuition.

ACCA & ICATT Fees

Additional external fees may include:

• ACCA Initial Registration: £45

• ACCA Annual Subscription: £58

• ICATT Initial Registration: TT$185.63

• ICATT Annual Subscription: TT$185.63

Examination fees are not included in S.P.A. Education Ltd. tuition fees.

External fees are payable directly to the relevant organization and are subject to change.

Your FIA to ACCA Pathway

FIA – Foundations in Accountancy

7 FIA Papers

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ACCA Applied Knowledge

BT • FA • MA

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ACCA Applied Skills

Coming Soon at S.P.A. Education Ltd.

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ACCA Strategic Professional

Coming Soon at S.P.A. Education Ltd.

Progression and exemptions are determined by ACCA based on your qualifications and completed papers.

Who Is FIA For?

FIA may be suitable for:

• Students who do not meet ACCA's direct entry requirements

• Individuals beginning their accounting studies

• Students who want to strengthen their accounting foundation

• Individuals returning to education

• Those pursuing careers in accounting, finance, auditing, or business

Previous accounting experience is not necessarily required to begin FIA.

What Will You Learn?

Financial Accounting

Learn about financial transactions, bookkeeping, accounting records, and financial statements.

Management Accounting

Understand budgeting, costing, planning, performance measurement, and decision-making.

Business & Technology

Explore how businesses operate and how technology, governance, and business functions contribute to organizational success.

Why Choose ACCA?

ACCA is a globally recognized professional accounting body offering qualifications that can support careers in accounting and finance worldwide.

Studying through the ACCA pathway can help you:

• Develop accounting, finance, and business skills

• Work toward an internationally recognized professional qualification

• Prepare for careers in accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial management

• Progress toward advanced professional accounting studies

Why Study FIA at S.P.A. Education Ltd.?

ACCA Silver Learning Partner

Study with an institution recognized as an ACCA Silver Learning Partner.

Flexible Online Learning

Attend classes online from wherever you are.

Structured Tuition

Receive structured teaching designed to support your understanding and examination preparation.

Flexible Payment Options

Take advantage of payment plans to help manage tuition costs.

ACCA Progression Pathway

Build your foundation through FIA and progress toward the ACCA Qualification, subject to ACCA requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need accounting experience to study FIA?

No. FIA is designed to provide a foundation for students beginning their accounting studies.

How many papers are in FIA?

The complete FIA pathway consists of seven papers.

Do I have to complete all seven papers?

The papers required will depend on your qualifications, exemptions, and ACCA's progression requirements.

Can FIA lead to ACCA?

Yes. FIA provides a pathway toward the ACCA Qualification. Applicable exemptions and progression are determined by ACCA.

Can I enter ACCA without FIA?

Yes. Students who meet ACCA's direct entry requirements may begin the ACCA Qualification directly.

Are exemptions available?

Yes, depending on your previous qualifications or completed studies. All exemptions are determined by ACCA.

Are examination fees included in tuition?

No. ACCA examination fees are separate from S.P.A. Education Ltd.'s tuition and school fees.