Xero / Intuit
Cloud accounting tools certifications.
Beginnerapprox. $0–$300≈ approx. 0–1,125 SAR
Field 15
Accounting & Finance
Accounting & Finance — SOCPA · CPA · CMA · CFA · ACCA
30 certifications
About Accounting & Finance
Accounting and finance in Saudi Arabia require SOCPA fellowship for local certified accountants. International tracks: CMA for management accounting, US CPA, UK ACCA, and CFA for investment and markets.
Beginner
2 certifications
Bloomberg LP
Bloomberg financial markets fundamentals.
Beginner
Intermediate
12 certifications
The IIA
Control self-assessment certification.
Intermediate
CFI
Financial modeling and valuation.
Intermediateapprox. $497–$847≈ approx. 1,864–3,176 SAR
CFI
Business intelligence for financial analysts.
Intermediate
CFI
Credit and commercial banking certification.
Intermediate
GARP
Sustainability and climate risk certification.
Intermediate
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment
Wealth management certification — in demand at Saudi banks.
Intermediate
Saudi Capital Market Authority
Saudi capital market exam for securities professionals.
Intermediate
Saudi Institute of Banking
Local banking certifications required by Saudi bank employees.
Intermediate
Zakat, Tax & Customs Authority (ZATCA)
Zakat, tax, and customs professional programs.
Intermediate
S&P Global
S&P certifications in market analysis.
Intermediate
ACCA
International Financial Reporting Standards certification.
Intermediate
Ethica Institute of Islamic Finance
Islamic finance certification — important at Saudi banks.
Intermediate
Advanced
16 certifications
Saudi Organization for Chartered & Professional Accountants (SOCPA)
Saudi national certification for accounting and auditing practice.
Advancedapprox. 3,000–6,000 SAR
SOCPA
Specialized certification in Saudi taxation and VAT.
Advancedapprox. 2,000–4,000 SAR
AICPA (USA)
Top US accounting certification.
Advancedapprox. $1,500–$3,000≈ approx. 5,625–11,250 SAR
IMA
Global certification in management accounting.
Advancedapprox. $1,485–$2,000≈ approx. 5,569–7,500 SAR
CFA Institute
Premier certification in investment analysis and portfolio management.
Advancedapprox. $2,400–$3,600≈ approx. 9,000–13,500 SAR
ACCA (UK)
Globally recognized British accounting certification.
Advancedapprox. $2,500–$4,000≈ approx. 9,375–15,000 SAR
AICPA & CIMA
British certification in management and strategic accounting.
Advanced
The IIA
Leading international internal audit certification.
Advancedapprox. $660–$945≈ approx. 2,475–3,544 SAR
The IIA
Risk management assurance certification.
Advanced
ACFE
Fraud examination and prevention certification.
Advancedapprox. $450–$600≈ approx. 1,688–2,250 SAR
GARP
Leading financial risk management certification.
Advanced
GARP
Energy sector risk specialist — important for Aramco and SABIC.
Advanced
CAIA Association
Alternative investments certification.
Advanced
AFP
Treasury and liquidity management.
Advanced
ISACA
IS audit for digital auditors.
Advanced
INCEIF
Advanced Islamic finance professional certification.
Advanced
Suggested paths in this field
Starter path (no experience)
For newcomers — strong foundation that leads to a first job.
Build my custom path →Skill-building path (1–3 yrs)
For those with some experience strengthening technical skills.
Build my custom path →Leadership path (5+ yrs)
For seniors targeting leadership and advisory roles.
Build my custom path →FAQ — Accounting & Finance
SOCPA, CMA, or CPA?+
SOCPA is mandatory to practice as a certified accountant in Saudi Arabia. CMA suits corporate management accounting. CPA targets US markets and multinationals.
How long does the CFA take?+
Three levels, typically 2.5–4 years. Required in investment banking, investment funds, and asset management.