ACCA approved learning provider

DBS is an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner – the highest academic teaching status awarded by both professional bodies. In recent years our students have won over 1000 prizes and placings at national and international level in external professional accountancy examinations.

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ACCA classes are due to commence on Monday 25th August. Timetables are now available online here.

We are currently accepting applications for the August 2014 intake 

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An increase of almost five per cent in member numbers has resulted in ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) achieving nearly 170,000 members in the past year. At the same time, the global body for professional accountants recorded 436,000 students, of which 384,000 - an increase of over 12,000 on the previous year - were studying for the ACCA Qualification for 2013-14.

ACCA’s rate of growth among members at 4.7% is the highest of any of the international accounting bodies, comprising 10,377 new members and a 98.4% retention rate among existing members.

Fundamental to achieving growth is ACCA’s professional standing.  ACCA asked employers for their overall perceptions – with 95% saying that ACCA was a respected brand and 89% saying that ACCA was a world class organisation. ACCA was seen as being the global leader among international accounting bodies by over 50% of those surveyed. The next highest ranked body was mentioned by only 17% of those surveyed.

Learning providers were also asked about their views – with 90% saying ACCA is a world class organisation and 85% agreeing that ACCA is a great career choice for young people.

ACCA Chief Executive, Helen Brand OBE, said: 'The opinions of employers and learning providers are critical to us, since they provide career and learning opportunities to all our members and students. We are delighted that their feedback continues to show overwhelming endorsement and support and we will continue to work closely with employers to ensure that ACCA continues to meet their needs.

'It is heartening that we have been able to grow the number of members as well as increasing our student base globally, both through increased recruitment and improved retention, which has been achieved by more and better support, along with enhanced member and student services. We have achieved all the targets we set ourselves for speed, efficiency and quality of email and telephone service – all of which are benchmarked against globally accepted service delivery measures' said Helen Brand

The next DBS ACCA Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 13 August 2014 from 6.30 p.m. in Castle House, Georges Street Dublin 2.

The advice and information that can be gained at our Information Evening will prove an invaluable tool in your decision making. The Information Evening will give you the opportunity to chat with programme experts and obtain valuable insights into programme structures and teaching styles.

ACCA classes are due to commence on Monday 25th August. Timetables are now available online at www.dbs.ie/acca 

We are currently accepting applications for the August 2014 intake  Apply Online

DBS is an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner and CIMA Quality Partner – the highest academic teaching status awarded by both professional bodies. In recent years our students have won over 1,000 prizes and placings at national and international level in external professional accountancy examinations.

Our reputation for professional and educational excellence is built on:

• The strength of our carefully selected academics.
• Lecturers have an average of 15 years of experience.
• Effective use of exam-focused notes preparing students for exam success.
• Quality-assured core manuals and study materials.
• A supportive learning environment.
• A modern, fully-resourced campus.
• Our ongoing commitment to excellence through learning.

Personalised Calendar  • Keep up to date with deadlines and key course dates with your personalised calendar  • Keep track of your progress with essential tasks organised into a reminders list - tick them off when they're done.

Regular testing  • Immediate results so you can instantly identify and address areas of weakness  • Benchmark your performance against your peers  • Additional resources available at your fingertips to get you through your exams!

Online Communications  • Easy access to help and support  • Discuss and share ideas with other students and your tutor in one of the online communities.

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Starboard Technology Used in our classrooms instead of acetates, all notes/ questions/ solutions written on screen during class are sent to your email account and uploaded to Moodle (the College’s virtual learning environment), allowing students to concentrate on learning instead of note taking in class.

Instant Messaging Service If you have a query that can’t wait until class time, you can contact the Professional School Support Team online via the student intranet. This service is available during office hours.

Careers Support Services • Careers events/ talks on specific sectors • One-to-one day and evening appointments with a Careers Advisor