Complete the AIA Professional Qualification
Build the knowledge, technical skills, and ethical understanding required for a successful career.
Student Membership
Start your journey to becoming a qualified accountant with a flexible, globally recognised pathway.
Your first step into accountancy and finance
Whether you are exploring alternatives to university or planning a career change, AIA provides a flexible, globally recognised route into accountancy and finance. Develop practical skills, earn while you learn, and build a career with real impact.
Become a qualified accountant
Meet the work experience requirements
Gain practical, real-world experience to support your professional development.
Apply for Associate Membership (AAIA)
Achieve recognised status and take the next step in your professional journey.
Why Choose AIA?
Achieve a recognised professional qualification
Enhance your employability
Benefit from dedicated student support
Study with high-quality learning resources
Progress with a clear career pathway
Study flexibly, your way
Getting started
Wherever you are in the world, AIA offers a pathway that fits your goals and experience. To begin:
- Explore AIA qualifications to choose your route or start the full professional qualification.
- Check for exemptions to see if your previous studies can accelerate your progress.
- Decide how you want to study, either through supported self-study with Achieve Academy or with an approved provider.
- Review the work experience requirements and plan your practical development.
- Apply online to start your journey.
