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ACCA offers pathways to obtain a Global Finance Qualification and a BSc Degree while awaiting A/L results
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountant’s (ACCA) Diploma in Accounting and Business is a globally recognized qualification, which is a badge of quality and professionalism, providing a solid foundation of all the necessary technical knowledge and soft skills required towards becoming a globally qualified accountant. Professionals with the ACCA qualification are highly sought-after by employers today, as the certificate is known to represent integrity, business acumen and in-depth financial knowledge.
ACCA now offers students, awaiting A/L results, the opportunity to enroll for this Diploma and thereafter continue to obtain a BSC degree in applied accounting from Oxford Brooks University UK and the ACCA professional qualification.
The qualification will help to gain a strong understanding of the essential technical accounting skills and develop the ability to impart sound commercial advice and recommendations as a finance professional.
The diploma comprises of a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop accounting knowledge and skills as well as professional values and covers underlying concepts relating to financial accounting, skills to support management in planning and control and decision-making utilising management information and fosters knowledge and understanding of the business and its environment and the influence this has on how organisations are structured. The qualification also has a strong focus on ethics and governance given the context that the profession is moving towards strengthened codes of conduct, regulation, and legislation.
To receive the Diploma, students must undertake three exams that include Business and Technology, Management Accounting and Financial Accounting, along with the Foundations in Professionalism module. The Diploma also offers a fast and flexible route to achieving its completion with computer-based exams available on-demand throughout the year. As such the entire Diploma can be completed within 4 to 6 months.
Nilusha Ranasinghe, Head of South Asia Cluster for ACCA, speaking of the value that can be derived from the qualification, stated “modern accounting professionals need a rigorous and flexible qualification to help them make a real contribution to business performance in the challenging business landscape that we are face with today.
Our qualifications meet employers’ needs, and helps those who study our degrees develop the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for top accounting roles. Organisations, therefore, know and trust our designation as we have gained a credible reputation for creating strategic-thinking accountants our fast-changing world need and our Diploma in Accounting and Business has proved to be a valuable asset to any aspiring professional who is hoping to forge a successful career for themselves in the fields of accounting and finance”
ACCA students and affiliates worldwide, are today amongst the world’s best-qualified and most highly sought-after accountants that work in top positions in every industry sector.
Therefore, whether it is the aspiration to start a career in finance, gain recognition for the wealth of skills and experience already achieved, or want accelerated progression to a more senior position in accountancy, the Diploma in Accounting and Business is an ideal pathway to attain a position as a leading finance professional.
Further information on the Diploma can be obtained by contacting the ACCA Sri Lanka office.
As part of the official visit to London for the 43rd Commonwealth of Learning (COL) Board of Governors Meeting 2026, the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, held discussions with academic experts from the British Council on Wednesday [20 May 2026].
The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in education, particularly in the areas of teacher training, English language programmes, education frameworks, and language acquisition skills.
The British Council shared international experience and highlighted its ongoing engagement in Sri Lanka, while expressing readiness to support the country through technical assistance, teacher development initiatives, and policy collaboration.
Discussions also included views on improving quality assurance, expanding research collaboration, and enhancing learning opportunities.
The Prime Minister appreciated the British Council’s continued engagement in Sri Lanka and reiterated the importance of deepening partnerships.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division’
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who is currently on an official visit to the United Kingdom, met with members of the Sri Lankan community living in London on Wednesday [20th] and engaged in cordial discussions.
Despite the event being held on a weekday, it was notable that nearly one thousand Sri Lankans representing the Sinhala, Tamil, and Muslim communities attended with great enthusiasm.
Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that despite natural disasters and international crises, the present government has succeeded in stabilizing the country’s economy while providing relief to the people. She further noted that Sri Lanka’s political culture has now undergone a positive transformation that is irreversible.
Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Paulraj, addressing the event, stated that a governance system has now been established in the country where all communities are treated equally and the benefits of economic development are shared fairly among all citizens.
Moving away from the traditional method of political gatherings, the event also provided an open platform for members of the Sri Lankan community to directly raise questions and express their views to the Prime Minister and the Minister.
Commenting on the organization of the event, the organizing committee stated that all expenses, including dinner, were borne by the participants themselves. The organizers further remarked that it is unsurprising that opposition groups, accustomed to organizing such events through the misuse of public funds, appear unsettled by this transparent process.
The occasion was attended by the Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Paulraj and Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Nimal Senadheera.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division]
Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya currently undertaking an official visit to London, United Kingdom, to participate in the 43rd Commonwealth of Learning (COL) Board of Governors Meeting 2026 held a bilateral meeting with the Yvette Cooper MP, Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom ON Wednesday [20]. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Nimal Senadheera, along with officials from the Sri Lankan High Commission.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed Sri Lanka’s appreciation to the United Kingdom for the support extended in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwa, including ongoing rebuilding and recovery assistance. The Prime Minister also commended the United Kingdom’s support in facilitating increased bilateral trade and exports for Sri Lanka.
The Prime Minister briefed the UK delegation on Sri Lanka’s recent economic developments and policy priorities, the Government’s commitment to advancing human rights and reconciliation, as well as Sri Lanka’s positive growth trajectory.
The two sides also exchanged views on current global geopolitical developments, challenges in the energy sector, and the importance of enhancing regional connectivity and long-term energy security.
Both sides also emphasised the importance of strengthening structured academic mobility frameworks while ensuring fairness, clarity, and integrity within migration systems.
They also reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries in areas of mutual interest.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division]
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