Why study for the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England And Wales (ICAEW) certificate? 

The ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (ICAEW CFAB) is a globally recognised certification that provides practical skills and knowledge relating to the key elements of finance, accounting and business. This includes, for example, an astute understanding of how to monitor business risks while successfully evaluating a company's performance. You will also gain practical experience of the wide range of factors responsible for the success or failure of businesses from around the world. 

This six-module qualification will give you the skills to start your own business, help you improve your entrepreneurial skills and is open to anyone. This course can be started at any time and at any stage of your life, and can be arranged to fit in with your commitments. Whatever stage of your career you are at, whether you want to enhance your business management skills or start your own business, the ICAEW CFAB Certificate will help you enormously. Successfully completing the qualification is no easy task, but employers recognise the challenge and achievements, and there are employment opportunities that match this level. 

Whether you are looking for a career in accountancy or business, the ICAEW certificate will give you the opportunity to gain experience and training at degree level. Various universities offer you the opportunity to combine elements of other qualifications with their own courses and optional industry placements, so it's easy to plan for after graduation too. 

What are the academic options after completing the ICAEW CA?

ICAEW CFAB holders can take their professional development even further by gaining the Business and Finance Professional (BFP) qualification. This certificate not only demonstrates a high level of competence in finance, but also shows that you are continually striving for success through higher education.

ICAEW is an international accountancy organisation that offers you the opportunity to undertake a paid work placement in industry and study elements of the ACA qualification while you gain a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business. This is known as Undergraduate Partnership Programme (UPP) and is an exclusive collaborative programme between ICAEW and several prestigious universities in the UK such as;

• Cardiff Business School- BSc in Accounting and Finance
  
  

• Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester- BSc in Accounting
  
  

• Warwick Business School, University of Warwick- BSc in Accounting and Finance
  
  

• University of Bristol-BSc Accounting and Finance with Professional Placement
  
  

The ICAEW has Integrated Learning Programmes (ILP) that offer talented students the chance to gain valuable work experience during both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Through placement opportunities like those offered by UPP and the ILP many of these professionals begin work experience with an Authorized Training Employer while still in school.

How does it help with forensic accounting?

The ICAEW's in-service training and qualifications in finance provide a broad range of skills required to examine company accounts and analyse problem areas that could have a significant impact on a business. Even if they are not explicitly noted in the accounts. This is an interesting field for people who have what it takes to uncover fraud or hidden financial information by analysing accounting data with extensive experience from past cases. 

Forensic accounting is a specialist field that focuses on analysing financial records and past transactions to uncover fraudulent activity. ICAEW has invested in this type of training, meaning they have the right training for those who want to investigate company accounts or analyse markets with potential impact on company profits.

ICAEW is active in the field of forensic accounting and has published widely on topics such as fraud prevention through regulation, share price manipulation, market integrity etc. In recognition of its own demand for trained individuals in the profession, ICAEW also offers a Forensic Accounting Accreditation Programme which is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

What careers does it lead to? 

After completing your ICAEW certification, you can start congratulating yourself because you’ve opened doors to a field that will never go out of demand. In fact, the career paths of accountants have become so diverse that every now and then we see new fields within accounting pop up. It’s no secret that it’s also one of the highest paying careers you can get. 

Here are some career options for those who undertake the ICAEW certification: 

• Bookkeeper

• Budget Analyst

• Certified Internal Auditor

• Chief Financial Officer – CFO

• Chartered Public Accountant

• Forensic Accountant

• Staff Accountant

• Actuary

• Auditor

• Bank Examiner

• Certified Public Accountant

• Chief Accountant

• Financial Analyst

• Internal auditor

• International Trade Specialist

• Loan Administrator

• Stockbroker

How expert ICAEW tutoring can help you

Teachers will take the time to assess your starting point then develop a personalised syllabus to work towards your objectives. Online classes will focus on your areas of weakness and on developing the confidence you need to achieve your goals. Lessons will also push students in areas that they are already comfortable in, encouraging constant improvement and developing positive learning habits.

Why Choose Spires’ Tutoring?

We only hire 4% of the teachers that apply to Spires and they are all professional and experienced school and university level educators. Many have qualifications from top universities and institutions in the UK, USA, and around the world. All have a Ph.D., MSc, Ma, BSc, or Ba in their chosen field.

We have a lot of repeat students and you can check out the high star ratings our clients leave. 

Because tutors set their rates via an auction system, our prices are more competitive than many other companies. Our online classroom is stable and fun to learn through. It has an interactive whiteboard and students can access recordings of classes at any time. They use webcam video chat when being taught.

Spires deals with all of the matching, scheduling, payments, and administration, we take all of the hassles out of organising support and allow students to focus purely on learning.

How does Spires’ online tutoring work?

You can find a professional tutor in four easy steps:

1. Use the Find A Tutor feature to create a post outlining your needs and requirements. You can choose from subject, level, price, and expertise.

2. Find your perfect tutor from our wide variety of skilled professors and educators. After you filter your search results using the Find A Tutor feature you can choose to ‘view profile’ of the best choices for your needs. 

You can then see reviews and star rating, including total hours taught for Spires and the price per hr.

3. Have your face-to-face class. This can be done whenever and wherever you are, it’s all online- neither you nor the tutor travels!

4. Replay the classes afterward for any missed information at your own pace and convenience. 

Private help is that easy!

Does it matter if the tutor is near me?

No, it doesn’t! It’s all done online whenever and wherever you are. All you have to do is pick your ideal mentor and speak to them to arrange the best time for you to have video lessons.It doesn’t matter at all if they are miles and miles (or kilometre and kilometre) away from you!

Who will my tutor be?

This is all up to you. You have a huge choice. You can look through our member tutor profiles, check student reviews and bids, their qualifications and backgrounds, hourly rates, hours taught, other subject they teach - and even check out if they have many repeat students. 

Then, communicate with your favourites to see if they are right for your needs and learning style. You can have a free video call by webcam, usually over zoom. Then you pick the person you’d like to help with your studies and schedule your first webcam lesson!

How many ICAEW tutors are available to give private lessons?

We currently have over 10 ICAEW Tutors with academic and professional experience specialising in a wide range of topics from GCSEs to postgraduate support, and everything in between.

What qualifications do tutors need?

All of our tutors must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree and have tutoring experience. Most have higher degrees on top of that, in specialised areas such as Master’s degrees or PhDs. All of our tutors are DBS checked or have had equivalent background checks.

What is the role of a tutor?

It is their responsibility to guide you to understand the subject you have chosen. Using their expertise in the chosen topic and their teaching experience they will help you to understand, analyse and use the content of the lessons to apply at a later date, whether it is at your chosen university, your career or in your day-to-day life.

How much does a private ICAEW tutor cost per hour?

Tuition is priced according to level:

1. School level: For Primary school, Secondary and Higher Education prices start at €25/hr

2. University level: For Undergraduate and Postgraduate tuition, prices start at €35/hr

3. Professional level: For Chartered Qualifications and Admissions Test tutoring, prices start at €45/hr.

The average price per hour ranges based on the tutors’ experience, expertise and student’s level.

How much is a ICAEW tutor per hour in London?

The average tutor price per hr is £40/$53/€45 per hour depending on a teachers’ experience and students’ level of study. This is higher than other areas in the UK due to the increased living costs that come with London life.

What happens when I send a message?

Once you’ve used the Find A Tutor feature to find your perfect ICAEW tutor, you can contact them with any questions you might an even meet in advance. A tutor should respond to you within 24 hrs with an answer and the hours they are available. If your selected teacher isn’t able to fit you into their schedule we will recommend others that fit your specifications. After a tutor replies, you can then schedule a free webcam meet and if you are satisfied you can go ahead and schedule your first lesson!

Can I arrange ICAEW revision help?

Yes, you can! Our huge database of ICAEW  teachers offers a wide range of specialisations and expertise. Just use the filter to search for ICAEW  tutors for your level and browse through available candidates. You can read their description and reviews as well as communicate with them about your needs before you schedule a lesson.

Do you offer ICAEW admissions help?

Yes, we do! Our huge database of ICAEW teachers offers a wide range of tutors offering admissions help for professional at various levels such as UCAS, Oxbridge Entrance, and even IELTS and TOEFL preparation for non-native speakers.

Do you offer varsity tutors in ICAEW?

Yes, we do! With Spires, you can find experienced teachers familiar with the US University system in a whole range of subjects. The same goes for the US high-school system as well as the Australian, South African, Canadian, and New Zealand University and school systems.

Do you offer ICAEW  lessons for adults?

Yes, we do! Our huge database of ICAEW experts offers a wide range of specialisations and expertise. Just use the Find A Tutor feature to search for ICAEW tutors for your level and browse through available candidates.

You can choose from a wide range of specialisations whether you are preparing for a university entrance exam, looking to advance your career or just to brush up on your analytical and writing skills. We are confident you will be able to find what you are looking for from over a hundred professional academics in our network.

Is 'ICAEW tutor wanted' a suitable title for my advert?

Although this is maybe not the worst bad opening line, we strongly recommend that you give it some more thought. What do you need? What are you trying to achieve? Think about what level you are and what you need to improve on, whether you need help with GCSE level guidance, or help with a University admissions letter, put it in your advert.

For example, a great opening for many of our clients could be: ‘ICAEW support required to help with Oxbridge Admissions Test’. The more details, the better the match!