Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption - SASTRA University
The Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption from SASTRA Deemed University is a 2-year, UGC-approved postgraduate programme custom-designed for learners who wish to simultaneously advance their management education and accelerate their ACCA qualification. Completion of this MBA grants exemptions to 9 out of the 13 papers required for the globally recognised ACCA qualification, covering the Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels. Learners may additionally opt for coaching on the 4 remaining Professional Level ACCA papers at an incremental fee, making it possible to complete both the MBA degree and the full ACCA qualification within the same 2-year period. The curriculum spans 4 semesters and 21 courses, integrating core management subjects with ACCA-aligned electives in Corporate and Business Law, Taxation, Financial Reporting, Performance Management, Audit and Assurance, Strategic Business Reporting, and Advanced Financial Management. Masterclasses led by industry practitioners are embedded in Semesters 2 and 4, offering real-world insights and practical case-based learning. SASTRA is NAAC A++ reaccredited, ranked #29 in NIRF 2025, and recognised as a Category I Institution by UGC. A 6-month personalised career support programme is provided by Right Management India, a Manpower Group company, covering one-on-one mentoring, fortnightly job search updates, and recruiter connects.
Instructors:
Dr. Renganathan
Dr. Vijayabanu, C
English
Not specified
Course Start Date:
July, 2026
Application Deadline:
21st May, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
₹ 2,00,000
Overview
The Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption from SASTRA Deemed University is a uniquely structured 2-year programme that integrates a UGC-approved MBA degree with a custom curriculum designed to accelerate the ACCA qualification pathway. ACCA is recognised in 179 countries and is one of the most respected professional qualifications in finance and accounting globally. By completing this MBA, learners gain exemptions from 9 of the 13 ACCA papers — specifically across the Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels — significantly reducing the time and effort required to complete the full ACCA certification. Learners who opt for additional coaching at an incremental fee can simultaneously prepare for the 4 remaining Professional Level papers and expect to finish both the MBA and the full ACCA qualification within the standard 2-year programme duration. SASTRA Deemed University is NAAC A++ reaccredited for the fourth consecutive cycle, ranked #29 among Indian universities in NIRF 2025, and classified as a Category I Institution under UGC's Graded Autonomy Regulations. The programme is delivered 100% online through a blended pedagogy of pre-recorded tutorials, live synchronous webinars, and industry masterclasses. Career support is provided by Right Management India, a global Manpower Group company, offering 6 months of personalised mentoring and job search assistance.
Why Master of Business Administration (Online MBA)?
This programme offers a rare dual-value proposition: a credible UGC-approved MBA degree from a NAAC A++ university paired with an accelerated pathway to the ACCA qualification, one of the most globally recognised credentials in finance and accounting.
The 9-paper exemption represents a substantial reduction in the ACCA examination burden, saving learners significant time, money, and preparation effort compared to pursuing both qualifications independently.
For those committed to completing the full ACCA credential, optional coaching for the 4 Professional Level papers is available within the same 2-year window, making this one of the most efficient routes to dual qualification.
The curriculum is purpose-built for international finance careers, covering Taxation, Corporate and Business Law, Financial Reporting, Audit and Assurance, Performance Management, Strategic Business Reporting, and Advanced Financial Management as embedded electives.
The ACCA qualification opens doors across 179 countries, and combined with the SASTRA MBA degree, graduates are positioned for roles including Financial Analyst, Auditor, Tax Consultant, Investment Banker, and Corporate Finance Expert.
The 6-month career support programme by Right Management India ensures structured and personalised assistance in securing employment at programme completion.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
UGC-approved Online MBA from NAAC A++ reaccredited SASTRA University
NIRF ranked #29 among Indian universities
Exemptions for 9 out of 13 ACCA papers upon MBA completion
Optional coaching for 4 Professional Level ACCA papers at incremental fee
Complete both MBA and full ACCA qualification within 2 years
ACCA qualification recognised in 179 countries
Masterclasses by senior industry practitioners in Semesters 2 and 4
6-month career support by Right Management India (Manpower Group)
Custom-designed curriculum integrating management and ACCA-aligned electives
21 courses across 4 semesters totalling 80 credits
Interested in career outcomes and specializations?
Who is this programme for?
Finance and accounting professionals seeking to earn the ACCA qualification alongside an MBA degree
Recent commerce or finance graduates aiming to fast-track their ACCA certification
Working professionals in audit, taxation, financial reporting, or treasury seeking structured upskilling
Career switchers targeting international finance and accounting roles
Entrepreneurs and business managers seeking formal finance and governance expertise
Minimum Eligibility
Graduate from a recognised university (10+2+3, 10+3+3, 10+3+4, or 10+2+4)
Graduation in any discipline is acceptable
No minimum work experience mandated
International participants require an equivalent graduation degree from a recognised institution
Successful completion of all assessment components and attendance criteria required for degree award
Not sure whether you qualify for this programme?
Who is the programme for?
Admission to the SASTRA Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption is open to graduates from any recognised university. Accepted educational pathways include 10+2+3, 10+3+3, 10+3+4, and 10+2+4. International participants require an equivalent graduation degree from a recognised institution in their respective country. The admission process is managed through Veranda HigherEd and begins with a preliminary eligibility check by a Programme Advisor. Eligible candidates complete online registration, pay the first instalment or full fee, and submit required documents including a passport photograph, ID proof, degree certificate, marksheets, and a work experience declaration. Academically, the programme runs across four semesters totalling 80 credits. Semester 1 (16 credits) covers Foundations of Management and Organisational Behaviour, Corporate and Business Law, Taxation, and Business Research Methods. Semester 2 (18 credits) includes Contemporary Marketing Management, People Management, Financial Reporting, Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Masterclass I. Semester 3 (20 credits) covers Performance Management, Business Analytics, additional management electives, Human Capital Strategy, and Audit and Assurance. Semester 4 (26 credits) includes advanced subjects and electives in Strategic Business Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, Advanced Auditing, and Masterclass II. Degree award requires successful completion of all assessments and attendance criteria.
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The SASTRA Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption curriculum comprises 21 courses across four semesters, totalling 80 credits. The curriculum blends standard MBA core subjects with ACCA-aligned electives that cover all papers across the Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels of the ACCA qualification. Core management subjects include Foundations of Management, Business Research Methods, Contemporary Marketing, People Management, Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Business Analytics. ACCA-aligned electives are embedded across all four semesters and cover Corporate and Business Law, Taxation, Financial Reporting, Performance Management, Audit and Assurance, Strategic Business Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, and Advanced Auditing and Assurance. Two Masterclass courses in Semesters 2 and 4 bring live industry expertise into the learning experience. Learners who opt for additional coaching for the 4 Professional Level ACCA papers can expect to complete both the MBA and the full ACCA qualification within 2 years.
There are 4 semesters in this course
Semester 1 (16 credits) establishes the management and ACCA foundation with four courses: Foundations of Management and Organisational Behaviour, Corporate and Business Law (ACCA Elective I), Taxation (ACCA Elective II), and Business Research Methods. These subjects equip learners with the conceptual, legal, and analytical grounding needed for the semesters ahead. Semester 2 (18 credits) builds functional competency across five courses: Contemporary Marketing Management, People Management, Financial Reporting (ACCA Elective III), Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Masterclass I, a live session led by a senior industry practitioner. Semester 3 (20 credits) deepens ACCA and management specialisation through five courses including Performance Management (ACCA Elective IV), Business Analytics and Data Visualisation, Human Capital Strategy and Performance Management, and Audit and Assurance (ACCA Elective V). Semester 4 (26 credits) completes the programme with seven courses covering advanced ACCA electives in Strategic Business Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, and Advanced Auditing and Assurance, alongside additional management subjects and Masterclass II. The entire curriculum of 80 credits is structured to map directly onto the 9 ACCA paper exemptions, with the advanced electives in Semester 4 also serving as preparatory content for the 4 Professional Level ACCA papers.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Programme Length
2 years (4 semesters, 80 credits). Optional: complete the full ACCA qualification alongside the MBA within the same 2-year period with additional coaching.
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Dr. Renganathan
Professor
Dr. Renganathan is a distinguished Professor of Marketing, with over 40 years of experience in academia and industry. He has been an integral part of the SASTRA University community for more than 25 years. He has authored more than 50 research articles in esteemed, peer-reviewed, and SCOPUS-indexed national and international journals and also successfully guided research scholars. He is a recipient of the prestigious 'Best Professor in Marketing' award, conferred by ET Now (Economic Times Now) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to marketing education. As a marketing scholar, Dr. Renganathan's research and teaching interests converge on strategic marketing areas, including Services Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Branding, and Marketing Communication, with a focus on driving business growth and customer engagement.
Dr. Vijayabanu, C
Professor
Dr. Vijayabanu, C is currently Professor at School of Management, SASTRA Deemed University in India. She completed her Ph.D. in Human Resource Management in 2000 from Bharathidasan University, India. Her current research interests are focussed around Behavioral Studies, including Personality, Psychological Capital, and Emotional Intelligence. In her role, she teaches various courses such as Human Resource Management Organizational Behaviour, and specialized courses like Strategic Human Resource Management, Training & Development, among others. She brings to her classes enriched knowledge of 5 years of Research & 25 years of academic experience.She has successfully guided 7 doctoral scholars and currently guiding 1 Ph.D scholar. Her publications include 115 research articles indexed in Scopus, which encompasses 30 articles indexed in Web of Science, along with 12 case studies and 10 book chapters. She has served on the Editorial Review Boards of several academic journals, including Business Theory and Practice, Journal of Management Social Science and Humanities, and Journal of Business Economics and Management.
Tuition Fee
The SASTRA Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption is priced at Rs. 70,000 per semester or Rs. 1,20,000 per year, with a total programme fee of Rs. 2,00,000 at the limited-time discounted rate for Indian participants. Multiple payment structures are available: a down payment of Rs. 20,000 with loan or financial assistance for the remaining balance, semester-wise payment, annual payment, or full upfront payment. The programme fee covers application charges, tuition for all live and synchronous sessions, learning materials, case studies, class exercises, and assessment charges. Optional ACCA Professional Level coaching for the 4 remaining papers is available at an additional incremental fee. Financial loan assistance is available through Veranda HigherEd's tied-up financial service providers, subject to the discretion of the respective financing agency.
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Learning Experience
The SASTRA Online MBA with ACCA 9 Paper Exemption is delivered through a blended digital pedagogy combining asynchronous and synchronous learning. Pre-recorded e-tutorial videos by subject experts are uploaded weekly over 12 weeks per semester and remain accessible until the semester ends. E-content including e-books, lecture notes, PPTs, and open-source materials is available from day one of each semester, downloadable and accessible across all devices at any time. Live synchronous webinars form the core teaching touchpoint, with learners expected to review three weeks of prior content before each session. Assessments are conducted in MCQ and descriptive formats. Masterclasses in Semesters 2 and 4 feature live sessions with senior industry practitioners who deliver real-world insights through case studies, simulation exercises, and group discussions. The curriculum's ACCA-aligned elective structure ensures that academic learning directly maps to professional examination preparation, creating a uniquely dual-purpose learning experience for finance and accounting professionals.
University Experience
SASTRA Deemed University is one of India's most respected private institutions, having been reaccredited by NAAC for the fourth consecutive cycle with the highest grade of A++ (3.76 out of 4.00). It holds Category I Institution status under UGC's Graded Autonomy Regulations and is ranked #29 among Indian universities in NIRF 2025. The university is also recognised as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation by the Government of India, and twelve of its engineering programmes carry international accreditation from the Institution of Engineering and Technology, UK. The School of Management faculty includes accomplished academics with PhDs, decades of teaching experience, and numerous publications in Scopus-indexed journals across HRM, Marketing, Finance, and Business Analytics. The ACCA partnership adds international credibility to the programme, with the ACCA qualification recognised in 179 countries and widely regarded as a gold standard for finance and accounting professionals globally.
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About the University
Established in 1984, SASTRA is a premier private deemed university located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The university operates across multiple campuses offering comprehensive education through various schools including Engineering, Medicine, Management, Law, Sciences, and Humanities. With a strong focus on research and innovation, SASTRA has emerged as one of India's leading institutions, known for its academic excellence and industry-aligned curriculum.
#801-850
QS World Ranking 2025
#22
NIRF University Rank 2024
3200+
Faculty Staff
Affiliation & Recognition
UGC
NAAC
NBA
Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET), UK
Faculties
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Instructors
Dr. Renganathan
Professor
Dr. Renganathan is a distinguished Professor of Marketing, with over 40 years of experience in academia and industry. He has been an integral part of the SASTRA University community for more than 25 years. He has authored more than 50 research articles in esteemed, peer-reviewed, and SCOPUS-indexed national and international journals and also successfully guided research scholars. He is a recipient of the prestigious 'Best Professor in Marketing' award, conferred by ET Now (Economic Times Now) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to marketing education. As a marketing scholar, Dr. Renganathan's research and teaching interests converge on strategic marketing areas, including Services Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Branding, and Marketing Communication, with a focus on driving business growth and customer engagement.
Dr. Vijayabanu, C
Professor
Dr. Vijayabanu, C is currently Professor at School of Management, SASTRA Deemed University in India. She completed her Ph.D. in Human Resource Management in 2000 from Bharathidasan University, India. Her current research interests are focussed around Behavioral Studies, including Personality, Psychological Capital, and Emotional Intelligence. In her role, she teaches various courses such as Human Resource Management Organizational Behaviour, and specialized courses like Strategic Human Resource Management, Training & Development, among others. She brings to her classes enriched knowledge of 5 years of Research & 25 years of academic experience.She has successfully guided 7 doctoral scholars and currently guiding 1 Ph.D scholar. Her publications include 115 research articles indexed in Scopus, which encompasses 30 articles indexed in Web of Science, along with 12 case studies and 10 book chapters. She has served on the Editorial Review Boards of several academic journals, including Business Theory and Practice, Journal of Management Social Science and Humanities, and Journal of Business Economics and Management.
Career services
SASTRA provides comprehensive career support through structured training programs and industry interactions. The center facilitates continuous institute-industry engagement through pre-placement training, industrial exhibitions, and seminars. Students receive intensive coaching in personality development, leadership qualities, and technical skills. The CDC organizes year-round placement activities including pre-placement talks, aptitude tests, group discussions, and interviews. The university mandates industrial training and internships, enabling students to gain practical industry exposure.
52 LPA
Highest Package 2024
980+
Total Recruiters 2024
94%
Placement Rate
Top Recruiters
Course Start Date:
July, 2026
Application Deadline:
21st May, 2026
Duration:
2 Years
₹ 2,00,000
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