ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, AIA and CIPFA which is better for IB, consulting or working in the Finance department in the UK?

Which is more prestigious? Which is more recognised globally? What is better suited for IB, consulting or working in a Finance department at a FTSE1000 company?

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