ACCA and University of Calcutta join forces to foster excellence in the
accountancy profession
New partnership embodies a joint passion for elevating accountancy and finance
education, and empowering students with global perspectives
ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified
Accountants), a globally recognised professional accountancy body, and the prestigious Calcutta University, today announced the
signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance educational
opportunities in the field of accounting and finance. The signing was
officiated by Prabhanshu
Mittal, Head of Education Partners Relationships, India from ACCA and Prof.
(Dr.) Debasis Das, Registrar from University of Calcutta.
This collaboration
aims to enrich educational opportunities in the field of accountancy by
providing students with a globally recognised qualification and fostering
excellence in academic and professional development. ACCA, a distinguished
global professional accountancy body, and University of Calcutta, renowned for
its academic excellence, are set to transform the learning experience for
aspiring finance professionals.
As part of this MoU, both bodies will collaborate on the following key
areas:
·
Conducting Train-the-Trainer workshops to
enhance faculty capability in areas aligned with global accounting and finance
standards.
·
Organising joint international conferences,
seminars, and knowledge forums to promote thought leadership and global best
practices.
·
Delivering student engagement sessions focused
on global career pathways, professional skills, and industry readiness.
·
Creating platforms for industry-academia
interaction to enhance employability outcomes.
This partnership reaffirms
the shared vision of ACCA and University of Calcutta to drive innovation and
excellence in finance and accountancy education, empowering future
professionals to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
On occasion of the
MoU signing, Md. Sajid Khan, Director- India, ACCA, said: ‘Our
partnership with the University of Calcutta marks a significant milestone in
our commitment to developing the next generation of Indian accounting and
finance professionals. Through this collaboration we will enhance faculty
capability, share thought leadership, engage students and enhance employability
outcomes.’
Prof. (Dr.) Debasis Das,
Registrar at University of Calcutta, commented: ‘We are delighted to formalise this collaboration with
ACCA, a globally respected professional accountancy body. This partnership
reflects our commitment to strengthening academic excellence with global
professional relevance. Through faculty development initiatives, student
engagement programmes, and knowledge-sharing platforms, we aim to equip our
students with international perspectives and industry-aligned competencies. We
believe this MoU will significantly enhance the academic and professional
pathways available to our students in the field of accounting and finance.’