PPIM, SL’s only ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner, has secured the highest level of accreditation awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), reinforcing its standing as one of Sri Lanka’s leading institutions for professional accounting education.
PPIM, SL’s only ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner achieves top global recognition
The achievement marks a major milestone for PPIM, which attained the prestigious Platinum Approved Learning Partner (ALP) status just four years after previously receiving ACCA Gold status. The recognition makes PPIM the only institute in Sri Lanka currently holding ACCA’s top global accreditation tier for tuition providers.
The ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner designation is awarded to institutions that consistently demonstrate exceptional standards in teaching quality, academic governance, student support, and examination performance. The accreditation is considered one of the most respected recognitions within the global accounting education sector.
Unlike many institutional accreditations that are awarded on a one-time basis, ACCA’s Platinum status requires continuous performance and ongoing compliance with rigorous global benchmarks. Institutions must maintain student pass rates that consistently exceed global ACCA averages across multiple examination sessions in order to retain the status.
Industry experts note that achieving Platinum recognition is particularly significant in the increasingly competitive landscape of professional education, where students place greater emphasis on globally recognised qualifications and proven academic outcomes.
PPIM, SL’s only ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner, has also built a strong reputation through the examination success of its students in recent ACCA sessions. The institute produced the World Prize Winner, securing global Rank 1 in the September 2024 ACCA examination session.
In addition, PPIM students achieved global second and third rankings during the December 2023 and June 2024 examination sessions respectively, further strengthening the institute’s international academic profile.
Education sector analysts point out that consistent global rankings are often viewed as a key indicator of teaching quality, structured learning methodologies, and effective student support systems within professional accounting institutions.
The recognition also reflects the growing demand for internationally accredited accounting and finance qualifications in Sri Lanka, particularly as students increasingly seek globally transferable credentials that provide access to international career opportunities.
Sri Lanka’s accounting and finance education sector has seen significant growth over the past decade, driven by rising interest in globally recognised qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, and other international professional certifications. Institutions offering high-quality tuition and internationally benchmarked academic standards have become increasingly important in preparing students for competitive global job markets.
Commenting on the latest recognition, PPIM Chief Executive Officer Ziyan Mohideen stated that the Platinum status was awarded following an extensive and comprehensive evaluation process conducted by ACCA UK.
“This prestigious distinction is awarded by ACCA UK following an extensive and rigorous evaluation of academic standards, student outcomes and quality of tuition. Achieving Platinum Status within such a short span reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and our vision to elevate professional education in Sri Lanka to the highest global standards,” he said.
PPIM, SL’s only ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner, continues to position itself as a leading ACCA tuition provider by focusing on academic excellence, faculty expertise, structured student mentoring, and outcome-driven learning strategies.
The institute’s achievement is also expected to strengthen Sri Lanka’s visibility within the global professional education landscape, particularly as the country continues producing internationally recognised accounting and finance professionals.
Industry stakeholders believe that institutions capable of consistently delivering strong student performance and maintaining international academic standards will play an increasingly important role in supporting the country’s human capital development and professional services sector.
The latest accreditation further highlights the importance of quality assurance and continuous improvement within the professional education industry, where students and employers alike are placing greater value on globally benchmarked qualifications and institutional credibility.
As demand for internationally recognised accounting qualifications continues to rise, PPIM’s Platinum Approved Learning Partner status is expected to enhance its competitiveness while reinforcing Sri Lanka’s position within the broader regional education and professional training market.