Chandigarh: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the globally recognised professional accountancy body, has announced the winners of ACCA Case Masters 2025 – Redefining the Accountant, its flagship national case study competition designed to nurture the next generation of finance professionals. The challenge brought together top undergraduate B.Com and BBA students from across India, showcasing the impressive analytical and strategic capabilities of the country’s emerging finance talent.
A National Platform to Bridge Academia and the Professional World
Open to colleges and universities nationwide, the competition provides a real-world forum for students to demonstrate financial acumen, strategic thinking, and problem-solving ability. With a vision to close the gap between academic learning and business application, ACCA created Case Masters as a launchpad for students to step into the world of professional accountancy.
The 2025 edition saw overwhelming participation, receiving 244 team registrations, of which 168 teams successfully submitted their case solutions. Following a rigorous evaluation, 35 teams advanced to Round 2. The top performers then competed in the final presentation round, where winners were officially announced on 27 November 2025.
Case Study Theme: Governance, Controls, AI and Sustainability
The final round required teams to present solutions based on a case centred on VoltTech Motors (VTM), a fictional electric vehicle manufacturer in Corlandia. The case explored critical themes including:
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Governance and internal control weaknesses
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Strategic partnerships
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Sustainability reporting
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Integration of AI across support functions
Participants were assessed not only on analytical depth but also on communication clarity, structured problem-solving and the ability to convert technical insights into practical recommendations.
Top Three Teams Recognised for Excellence
At the felicitation ceremony, ACCA honoured the top three teams whose presentations demonstrated exceptional clarity, rigour and business insight:
1st Prize: The Strategic Syndicates – Poornima University, Jaipur
Recognised for their compelling structure, sharp research, and confident responses, impressing the entire judging panel.
2nd Prize: Fusion – Loyola Academy Degree & PG College, Hyderabad
Praised for analytical depth, coherent narrative flow, and insightful conversion of data into strategic decisions.
3rd Prize: The Strategists – Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce, Pune
Commended for a polished presentation, clear articulation of key risks, and practical, well-supported recommendations.
Leaders Congratulate the Winners
Md. Sajid Khan, Director – India, ACCA, said:
“It’s inspiring to see these remarkable students apply their knowledge and challenge themselves. All participants used their accounting and finance skills to address real-world business issues, and the winners demonstrated the true value professional accountants contribute to organisations.”
Prabha Shree T V, from the winning team The Strategic Syndicates, shared:
“Winning ACCA Case Masters 2025 has been an incredible learning experience. This competition pushed us to think deeper, challenge assumptions, and apply classroom learning to real-world scenarios. We’re grateful for the opportunity, guidance from the judges, and the exposure this platform provides.”
Awards and Recognition for the Top Performers
As part of the recognition, members of the top three teams received certificates and complimentary access to ACCA’s globally recognised online learning courses:
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Winning Team: Three courses per member
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Runners-Up: Two courses per member
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Third Place: One course per member
These learning opportunities will help students further enhance their technical, analytical, and professional skills as they progress toward careers in finance.
