Acca Student Podcasts

The two questions in Section A of the P6 (UK) exam are important because they represent 60% of the marks in the exam. In order to be successful in the exam it is important to have a structured approach to these questions and to have practised as many of them as possible. In the first of this three part series, we explored time management and the requirement. In this episode we look at a past exam question and a suggested approach to take when answering Section A questions.

The two questions in Section A of the P6 (UK) exam are important because they represent 60% of the marks in the exam. These questions usually contain quite a lot of information and tend to involve a number of requirements and a combination of taxes. In order to be successful in the exam it is important to have a structured approach to these questions and to have practised as many of them as possible. In the first of this three part series, we look at time management and the requirement.

An integrated report sets out an organisation’s strategy, governance, performance and prospects, which lead to the creation of value. In 2013, the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC) released a framework for integrated reporting. The framework establishes principles and concepts that govern the overall content of an integrated report.

This podcast explores a number of themes within the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR). It begins by defining what is meant by CSR and strategic CSR, and then addresses the ethical question of whether CSR should be strategic.

This podcast explains that effective corporate governance has both internal and external drivers. It briefly introduces agency theory and the agency problem, then compares ‘rules’ versus ‘principles’ based codes and the implementation of governance within organisations. The important links between corporate governance and corporate culture and values are also highlighted.

In this podcast we present three of the most powerful, scientifically-proven approaches you can use to make the most of your studying and give yourself the best chances of exam success.

When answering an exam question, it is important to consider the question requirements carefully to make sure you understand exactly what is being asked.In this podcast we look at the common question verbs used in exams. First we take each question requirement and then look at its actual meaning.

This podcast covers the five most important traits employers require from their ACCA trainees.

This podcast is useful to those candidates studying for P2, Corporate Reporting. It is structured in two parts: first, it considers what might be included as the capital of a company and, second, why this distinction is important for the analysis of financial information.

An internship is not a ticket to a job, but play your cards right and you could be offered a graduate position at the end of it. In this podcast we explore ways to make the most of the opportunity.

The ability to network successfully and maintain the working relationships you create is vital. Here is some advice on networking both online and face to face.

Asking for more money is one of those work conversations many of us dread, but it needn’t be the case if you prepare. In this podcast we look at ways of tackling the payrise conversation.

In this podcast we take a look at the importance of contacts and the best ways to make and maintain them.

Learning how to respond to criticism can help you turn a negative situation into a positive one.

In this episode we consult industry professionals to find out why developing leadership skills as early as possible in your career is so important, whatever your future aspirations.

How much time is really needed to learn a few facts or memorise key data? This podcast looks at ways to make use of short study periods.

To what extent do you perform at your best under pressure? This podcast explores psychological techniques that can help manage anxiety and boost test results.

For students who are keen to get more out of their revision time, the concept of multiplying their reading speeds is highly attractive. This podcast takes a look at some of the contemporary approaches to speed reading.

Preparing to take your next exams? We provide some essential guidance to help you plan for success.

This podcast is relevant to F4 (LSO). The Companies Act (CA) 2011 defines a ‘promoter’ to mean any person who applies for incorporation of a company. This podcast considers the definition of a promoter, preliminary contracts made by promoters and the duties and liabilities of a promoter.