Association Of International Accountants (AIA)

The Association of International Accountants is a global body for professional accountants. Founded in 1928, AIA offers a range of qualifications and educational opportunities to suit all kinds of people looking to enter the accountancy profession, at all stages of their lives and careers; from school leavers, to graduates, to those who are already working. AIA is an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Body and offers three Ofqual recognised qualifications: the Level 5 Certificate in Accountancy, Level 6 Diploma in Accountancy and Level 7 Diploma in Professional Accountancy, leading to the AIA Professional Qualification. AIA is also a Recognised Qualifying Body for statutory auditors under the Companies Act 2006, a Prescribed Body under the Companies (Auditing and Accounting) Act 2003 in the Republic of Ireland, and is recognised by the Commonwealth as an Accredited Organisation.