What are the requirements for the Ethics and Professional Skills Module? FAQs

Q1: What is the purpose of the ACCA Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM)?

The ACCA Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM), offered by the ACCA Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, equips you with essential ethical frameworks and professional competencies—such as critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and commercial acumen—so you’re ready for real-world business challenges and the Strategic Professional exams.

• Learn more and book directly: ACCA EPSM – ACCA Global 

Q2: What are the key components of the EPSM syllabus?

The association of chartered certified accountants course for EPSM is divided into ten interactive units:

1. Ethics & Professionalism – Core values and professional behaviour
   
2. Personal Effectiveness – Time management and resilience
   
3. Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Clear, persuasive business communication
   
4. Commercial Awareness – Understanding markets, risks, and stakeholder needs
   5–10. Applied Skills – Leadership, innovation, data analytics, technology awareness, strategy, and professional scepticism
   

Each unit builds the capabilities you need both in your ACCA course exams and on the job.

Q3: How long does it take to complete the EPSM?

The module requires around 20 hours of self-paced study, plus a 2-hour final assessment. There’s no overall deadline to finish the learning units, but you must sit the assessment in one two-hour session once you’re ready.

Q4: When should I complete the EPSM?

ACCA recommends tackling EPSM towards the end of your Applied Skills level and before starting Strategic Professional papers. Completing it at this point ensures you can immediately apply your newly honed ethical and professional skills in the toughest exam scenarios.

Q5: How much does the EPSM cost?

The EPSM carries a one-time fee (no retake charges). Fees are included in your ACCA course fees package and vary by region:

• UK price guide: ~£55–£75
  
• Global pricing: Check the exact ACCA course price for your country
  

You can view full pricing and pay via myACCA:
ACCA Fees & Charges – ACCA Global

Q6: How do I access the EPSM?

Once you’ve paid the EPSM fee, it appears automatically in your ACCA dashboard (also known as acca my acca). Simply log in, click “My Learning,” and select “Ethics and Professional Skills Module.” If you encounter issues, ensure your browser is up to date or reach out via the portal’s Help section.

• Access via portal: myACCA
  

Q7: What support does the EPSM provide for Strategic Professional exams?

EPSM’s case-based scenarios and interactive exercises develop the judgment and communication skills that underpin success in Strategic Business Leader (SBL) and Strategic Business Reporting (SBR). You can track progress, revisit challenging units, and download practical toolkits through the ACCA StudyHub—all designed to reinforce your learning across both EPSM and your wider ACCA course.

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