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University lecturer/senior lecturer

Specialism: Advisory and consultancy

What is a university lecturer and what do they do?

Trained accountants can use their qualification and apply their skills as part of a career in education and training. The importance of professional accounting qualifications such as the ACCA Qualification has created an industry that focuses on preparing students for their professional qualifications. A relevant accounting qualification (such as the ACCA Qualification) is a pre-requisite and the associated understanding of professional practice and commercial experience means that lecturers have the expertise to help students perform at their best.

The majority of roles available are as lecturers in accounting and finance, with academics expected to deliver teaching which reflects their subject-specialist knowledge to college students, undergraduates, postgraduates (MA/MSc) and professional qualification trainees.

Capabilities

While the accountancy profession offers diverse career options and paths, the core capabilities required to perform at the highest standards remain the same - irrespective of skill level or job role.

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Learning resources & CPD

Learning resources & CPD
How the ACCA Qualification prepares you

Continuing professional development at ACCA

A commitment to life-long learning is a vital part of your ACCA membership; it unlocks the full potential of your career choices - and drives forward the profession.

We deliver a wide range of CPD resources tailored to different areas of expertise - and an ever-changing profession. Our, and your, commitment to quality CPD ensures you will have the most up-to-date skills to perform at the highest standard.

So, get started (or restarted) and take a look at our curated list of the most relevant CPD resources to secure and succeed in this role.

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How does the ACCA Qualification prepare you for this job role?

From a combination of exams, ethics and experience, the ACCA Qualification will boost your employability and performance at every stage of your career journey.

Here we have listed some elements of the ACCA Qualification that will help you perform at the highest standard in this job role.

Case study for this role

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The view from Dr Oluseun Paseda FCCA

Dr Oluseun Paseda FCCA, lecturer in finance, University of Ibadan, Nigeria

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University lecturer/senior lecturer

What is a university lecturer and what do they do?

Capabilities

Continuing professional development at ACCA

Online course

Becoming a project manager 5 course pack

How does the ACCA Qualification prepare you for this job role?

Strategic professional

Strategic Business Leader

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Strategic Business Reporting

Applied skills

Corporate and Business Law

Case study for this role

Further ACCA resources and services that help support your career

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University lecturer/senior lecturer

What is a university lecturer and what do they do?

Key responsibilities

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Capabilities

Continuing professional development at ACCA

Online course

Becoming a project manager 5 course pack

How does the ACCA Qualification prepare you for this job role?

Exams

Strategic professional

Strategic Business Leader

Strategic professional

Strategic Business Reporting

Applied skills

Corporate and Business Law

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Case study for this role

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