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Pass your ICAN
exams in 90 days.
Or your money back.

For working professionals who never find time to read. For those who keep putting it off. For people who stopped years ago. And for those who've sat this exam and failed. Wherever you're starting from — we meet you there.

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135+Directly qualified
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Seun Daniel Financial Controller · Ex-PwC · CEO, Grolite
The founder's story

From failing all 5 papers
to Financial Controller at PwC

Seun Daniel is a Chartered Accountant, ex-PwC auditor, and finance manager with over 10 years of experience. He failed his first ICAN diet — all 5 papers. Today, he has helped over 3,500 aspiring Chartered Accountants find their path to the charter.

"I failed all 5 papers in my first attempt. I had passion but no process. Once I found the right system, I cleared the rest — and within months of qualifying, I was earning more than colleagues who'd been in the firm for 3 years. That system is what I've built into BACA."

— Seun Daniel, Founder

2015 — First attempt

Wrote 5 papers at professional level. Failed all. No plan, just vibes.

2015 — Second attempt

Attended a tutorial centre. Took copious notes but didn't understand the syllabus. Started prep only 2 months to exams.

2016 — Third attempt

Read strategically. Knew which areas would score. Passed 2 papers — building real confidence for the first time.

Nov 2016 — Fourth attempt

Covered the full syllabus, wasn't caught unawares — but still failed Advanced Audit. Discovered he was reading without comprehending.

2017 — Qualified

Started from scratch. Focused on understanding, not memorisation. Practiced past questions obsessively. Cleared Advanced Audit. Qualified.

Post-qualification

Promoted in 3–4 months. Joined PwC as Senior Associate. Now leads finance at a fintech and runs Grolite — helping others skip the mistakes he made.

Why candidates fail

The real reason most people
don't pass — or never even try

It's rarely about intelligence. It's about ownership, preparation, and fear. Here's what actually stands between you and your charter.

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Failure to own your success

  • Relying on lecturers to carry you
  • Not understanding ICAN's syllabus and competencies
  • No personal reading plan — just vibes
  • Lack of continuous personal responsibility
02

Poor reading habits

  • No study plan or accountability
  • Procrastination and late starts
  • Inconsistent reading — then last-minute panic
  • No way to assess exam readiness
  • Lack of motivation to keep going
03

Fear — the silent killer

  • Fear is why students fail before they even sit
  • Fear from hearing other people's bad experiences
  • Lack of confidence going into the exam hall
  • Paralysis disguised as "not being ready yet"
The BACA Way

The PASS Framework —
our proven method

Every student who passes ICAN using our system follows the same four-pillar framework. It's not magic — it's a system built from real failure, real learning, and real results.

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Preparation

Set the foundation right

  • Mental readiness and positive mindset from day one
  • Award-winner approach — study to win, not just to pass
  • Set social boundaries to prioritise study time
  • Create a plan covering syllabus and daily reading hours
  • Build consistency and routine to avoid last-minute cramming
  • Study in a distraction-free, conducive environment
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Active Learning & Accountability

Learn deeply, not just broadly

  • Periodic self-tests, mock exams, and peer feedback
  • Accountability partner who keeps you on your plan
  • Analyse mistakes and revisit weak areas
  • Teach others to reinforce your own understanding
  • Engage a mentor who has already passed the exam
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Strategic Syllabus Mastery

Cover everything that matters

  • Cover the entire syllabus — no surprises in the exam
  • Prioritise high-weighted topics without neglecting others
  • Strive for deep comprehension, not surface memorisation
  • Use checklists to track every topic covered and understood
  • Practice 5–10 diets of past questions comprehensively
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Skills for Exam Success

Win in the exam hall

  • Stress management techniques for exam pressure
  • Understand and practice question patterns and phrasing
  • Simulate exam conditions with timed mock papers
  • Review and reflect after every practice session
  • Allocate time per question based on marks available
How we work with you

Two ways to Become Chartered

Most popular · Self-paced

The BACA Course

A structured, self-paced course built on the PASS framework. Everything you need to go from uncertain to exam-ready — at your own pace, in your own time.

  • The complete PASS Framework content
  • Strategic Syllabus Mastery per level
  • Study plans and reading trackers
  • Past question bank and exam strategies
  • Exam time management techniques
  • Lifetime access
Get the course
Selective · Apply to join

The Coaching Program

A 90-day high-touch coaching experience for candidates who want personal guidance, accountability, and a dedicated mentor through their ICAN journey.

  • Everything in the course
  • 1-on-1 onboarding strategy call
  • Bi-monthly mentorship sessions
  • Personal accountability partner
  • Weekly group review sessions
  • Direct coach access during the diet
  • Pass or full refund guarantee
Learn more →
The process

How it works

01

Enrol in the course

Pick your level and get immediate access to all your content and study tools.

02

Get your study plan

Receive a personalised roadmap covering every topic, daily hours, and revision schedule.

03

Study with the system

Follow the PASS Framework — daily, consistently, with built-in accountability tools.

04

Walk in confident

Having done the mocks, covered the syllabus, and refined your technique — pass your exam.

What our students say

Real people. Real results.

9/10Avg. satisfaction score
100%Would recommend
135+Directly qualified
3,500+Reached via BACA Summit

"The last time I attempted this many courses, I felt lost. This time I felt more confident before and after the exam. A perfect 10."

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Lilian EgbaRated 10 / 10

"It helped me get over my fear of past questions in the very first week. When I was getting demotivated, it pushed me back on track."

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Aguaro ClarenceRated 9 / 10

"When I wasn't motivated, just speaking to my coach made me feel relieved. I didn't contemplate quitting after that conversation."

EO
Elizabeth OyeyinkaNov 2025 cohort

"The study hour organised my reading habit and helped me cover more ground than I ever had on my own. Highly recommend."

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Isaac IneduRated 8 / 10

"I only spoke to Coach Peju once and it helped me make up my mind to finally write. I passed my retainment exam using her strategies."

OE
Adeogun OlutoyosiRated 7 / 10

"Always study every day — even if it's just an hour, make it a habit. That one piece of advice from mentorship has never left me."

RB
Raliat BadmusRated 8 / 10
The community

You don't have to do this alone

We have a vibrant community of aspiring chartered accountants that spur each other to success — sharing tips, accountability, wins, and support through every diet.

Join the WhatsApp community
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The course

Simple, honest pricing

Pick the level you're writing. Each course is built specifically for that level's syllabus, competencies, and exam patterns.

Foundation

10,000

For candidates starting their ICAN journey

  • Full PASS Framework for Foundation level
  • Syllabus-mapped study plan
  • Past question bank (5–10 diets)
  • Reading tracker and accountability tools
  • Exam strategies and time management
  • Community access
Enrol now

Professional

15,000

For candidates at the final level

  • Full PASS Framework for Professional level
  • Advanced paper-specific strategies
  • Past question bank (5–10 diets)
  • Reading tracker and accountability tools
  • Exam strategies and time management
  • Community access
Enrol now

🛡️ Coaching Program students: pass your exam or receive a full refund. Conditions apply.

Questions

Frequently asked

I've never written an ICAN exam. Is this for me?

Absolutely. Many of our students are starting from scratch — no prior attempt, no idea where to begin. The course walks you through everything from orientation to exam day and is designed to prevent failure.

I stopped writing years ago. Can I catch up?

Yes. The Foundation Recovery module is specifically designed to rebuild your knowledge base quickly so the gap years don't hold you back.

I'm a working professional with very little time. Will this work?

The entire system is built around busy people. Daily study blocks are realistic, the timetable adapts to your schedule, and there's a dedicated framework for peak work seasons.

I've failed before. Is this different?

Most people fail because of lack of structure, not lack of ability. This system gives you the exact plan, the right materials, and the accountability that most students never had.

What levels does this cover?

All three — Foundation, Skills, and Professional. Each level has its own course built around that level's specific syllabus, competencies, and exam patterns.

What's the difference between the course and coaching?

The course is self-paced — you get the full PASS Framework, study plans, and tools. The Coaching Program adds 1-on-1 mentorship, accountability partners, weekly group sessions, and a money-back guarantee. Coaching is selective — you apply to join.

How does the money-back guarantee work?

This applies to the Coaching Program. If you follow the program — attend sessions, submit mocks, follow the plan — and still don't pass, you get a full refund. No awkward conversations.

Is the community free?

Yes — completely free. Anyone aspiring to become a Chartered Accountant is welcome to join our WhatsApp community regardless of whether they've purchased a course.

Ready?

Stop waiting for the
right time. This is it.

The next exam diet will come whether you're ready or not. The only question is whether you'll walk in with a system — or walk in hoping.