The Charted Institute of Management Accounts (CIMA) represents financial managers and accountants who work in industry, commerce, not-for -profit and public sector organisations. They represent the voice of over 77,000 students and 59,000 members in 155 countries.

The AAT - Association of Accounting Technicians has a minimum entry requirement of 2 or 3 GCSE’s. Within this framework there are three stages: Foundation, Intermediate and Technician. Quite often on completing technician stage members go on to further study.

The ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the largest professional accountancy body in the world with over 131,500 members and over 362,000 students. In the UK the ACCA is the second largest accountancy body in terms of membership and the largest in terms of student numbers

ACCA membership gives wide professional mobility – it is recognised in most countries, enabling members to work almost anywhere in the world.

The CIPFA (Charted Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy) is quite distinct from the other accountancy bodies, being geared towards providing and supporting the financial mangers of the future with an understanding of public money and a clear ability to mange public money.

The ATII - Chartered Institute of Taxation is the only professional body within the UK concerned with taxation. It is a registered charity and membership is made up predominantly of people working in Practice and the Inland Revenue (this is the main employing sector). Study and examinations are required before membership is awarded.

As a world leading professional accountancy body, The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) provides leadership and practical support to over 128,000 members in more than 140 countries, working with government, regulators and industry in order to ensure the highest professional standards are maintained.

The ICAEW qualification is for business leaders and is recognised in over 140 countries across the world. Our qualified professionals provide financial knowledge and guidance based on the highest technical and ethical standards. They are trained to challenge people and organisations to think and act differently, to provide clarity and rigour, and so help create and sustain prosperity. The ICAEW ensures these skills are constantly developed, recognised and valued.