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ACCA Dip-IFR – Diploma in International Financial Reporting

Gain globally recognised expertise in IFRS and earn the ACCA Diploma in International Financial Reporting. Expert-led, exam-focused and designed for finance professionals looking to master international financial reporting standards.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

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IFRS framework & standards

Understand and apply the IASB conceptual framework and key IFRS standards.

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Group financial statements

Prepare consolidated statements including associates, joint ventures and groups.

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Financial instruments & leases

Apply IFRS 9, IFRS 15 and IFRS 16 to complex financial reporting scenarios.

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Specialist & industry standards

Apply IFRS to provisions, impairment, taxation and share-based payments.

THIS COURSE INCLUDES

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Syllabus Topic Videos

Full HD lecture videos for every Dip-IFR topic

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Kit Question Videos

Worked solutions with exam technique guidance

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Chapter-by-Chapter Quizzes

Chapter-by-Chapter Quizzes Graded quizzes with automated feedback

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Exam-Focused Study Notes

Concise notes written for the Dip-IFR exam

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Tutor Support via WhatsApp

Direct access to your tutor throughout

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Final Mock Exam

Full exam-style mock with tutor feedback

ACCA Diploma in International Financial Reporting (Dip-IFR)

The ACCA Diploma in International Financial Reporting (Dip-IFR) is a globally recognized qualification designed for finance professionals seeking to develop or formalize their knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Whether you are an accountant, auditor, or finance manager, the Dip-IFR qualification demonstrates your ability to prepare and interpret financial statements in accordance with IFRS as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).

How to Pass the ACCA Dip-IFR Exam

Passing the ACCA Dip-IFR exam requires a thorough and structured approach to study. Candidates should begin by building a solid understanding of the IASB Conceptual Framework before progressing through individual standards systematically.

Group financial statements, particularly consolidation adjustments and intercompany transactions, require repeated practice as they consistently carry significant marks in the exam. Candidates should practice applying standards to scenario-based questions, as the exam rewards those who can identify the relevant standard, apply it accurately, and communicate their reasoning clearly.

Timed exam practice using past papers, combined with a focus on written presentation and professional language, is essential for achieving a passing mark of 50%.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The Dip-IFR syllabus is structured around four core areas.

The first covers the conceptual and regulatory framework for financial reporting, including the IASB Conceptual Framework, the standard-setting process, and the qualitative characteristics of useful financial information.

The second area focuses on the recognition, measurement, and disclosure requirements of individual IFRS standards, covering assets, liabilities, income, expenses, and financial instruments.

The third area addresses the preparation of group financial statements, including consolidated statements of financial position, comprehensive income, and cash flows under IFRS 3 and IFRS 10. The fourth area examines the analysis and interpretation of financial statements from a user perspective, with emphasis on ratios, performance assessment, and limitations of financial reporting.

The Dip-IFR examination is a three-hour written paper, available in both paper-based and computer-based formats at authorized examination centers worldwide.

The exam consists of four questions, each carrying 25 marks. Questions are scenario-based and require candidates to apply IFRS standards to practical situations, prepare extracts from financial statements, and provide written commentary and explanations.

A strong command of individual standards, group accounting, and the ability to communicate technical knowledge clearly in writing are all essential for success.

The DipIFR is ideal for:
✔ Professional accountants who need to pass the ACCA Dip-IFR exam and get the Diploma in IFRS
✔ Finance managers and analysts working in multinational organizations
✔ Auditors dealing with IFRS-based financial statements
✔ ACCA students or affiliates who want to strengthen their IFRS expertise
✔ Professionals transitioning to international roles where IFRS is required

Candidates are typically expected to have prior knowledge of accounting principles, often supported by relevant work experience or existing qualifications.

We provide students with all the necessary resources to pass their ACCA exams.

To take your ACCA Dip-IFR exam, you need to have: 1. Bachelor's degree in any field. 2. Three years of experience in the accounting and finance fields.

The total fee payable to ACCA to take the ACCA Dip-IFR diploma exam consists of two parts.

1. Student registration fee: 65 GBP, payable upon submission of documents
2. The exam fee, which is 129 GBP, must be paid when scheduling the exam.

The following documents are needed: (The application process is complete on ACCA website and documents are uploaded to www.accaglobal.com.)

1. Copy of photo ID or passport
2. Photograph
3. Copy of educational documents, such as a copy of your bachelor's degree or master's degree, whichever completed last
4. An experience letter from the employer stating that the participant has a minimum of three years of work experience in the accounting and finance department. Position and job description are not important. You may submit more than one experience certificate to show a total of a minimum of three years of experience.

The complete exam preparation requires approximately 200 hours of effort. Most students complete their preparation in four months; however, as an exception, some can take more or less time than stated here.

Global pass rates for the Dip-IFR exam are approximately 45%. Vertex students show much higher pass rates. During the last 15 years, our students have always shown over 60% pass rates.

To sit exams at a specific session, you will need to register for the Dip-IFR qualification online and upload all supporting documentation by the following registration closing date:

Last Date for Exam Booking: 28 April 2026 (for the June 2026 exam session) and 28 October 2026 (for the December 2026 exam session).

Note:
If you have not registered with ACCA as ACCA Dip-IFR students, then you need to start this process twenty days before the dates given above, as you need extra time to first complete student registration and then book the exam.

Once registered, you can access the exam planner via your My ACCA account and enter for the exam.

When you log in to your My ACCA and choose ‘exam entry,’ you will then select the country you want to sit your exam in. This will provide you with a list of available exam centres within that country for that particular exam session

This course covers the complete syllabus of the ACCA Diploma in IFRS Exam as prescribed by ACCA.

The course includes detailed topic lectures, extensive practice question videos, tutor slides, detailed notes, online quizzes, and tutor support. This course is a global best-seller course on IFRS and has above-average pass rates.

It is a detailed course in IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and proves to be an excellent resource to refresh, enhance, and improve the IFRS knowledge of working professionals. The course includes over eighty hours of video lectures on IAS and IFRS as well as standard summaries to be used as supplementary reading material

Syed M. Ali

Your ACCA Dip-IFR Tutor

Syed Muhammad Ali has over twenty years of working experience. During the twenty years of his career, he has worked in the audit, banking, telecom, and oil and gas sectors in different countries.

Mr. Syed Ali has been teaching IFRS since 2007. He is a globally renowned tutor for IFRS and is the author of the best-selling IFRS online course. More than 40,000 accounting professionals have benefited from his IFRS course from around the globe. His IFRS course has over 6,000 five-star reviews.

His ACCA Dip-IFR students consistently achieve outstanding results in every exam session. His students have consistently achieved nationwide positions as well as global rankings in the ACCA Dip-IFR exam.

He is a corporate trainer who has provided training courses to over 200 corporate clients, including Fortune 500 companies. His accounting & finance courses are used by companies such as Amazon, Volkswagen, Disney, Nestlé, Reliance Group, Toyota Motors, Vodafone, and many others.

He has served as a consultant on various projects, which have received funding from the World Bank and the European Union.

Course Content

Course Pricing

ACCA Diploma in IFRS - One Year Access

$129 USD

  • Complete IFRS Course With Tutor Support

    • One Year Access From the Date of Enrollment
    • Complete Learning Pack With Tutor Support
    • Intensive Testing Including Mock Exam
    • Certificate of Completion
    • 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee. Get a full refund within 7 days of registration
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ACCA Diploma in IFRS - Lifetime Access

$249 USD

  • Complete IFRS Course With Tutor Support

    • Lifetime Access From the Date of Enrollment
    • Complete Learning Pack With Tutor Support
    • Intensive Testing Including Mock Exam
    • Certificate of Completion
    • 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee. Get a full refund within 7 days of registration
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