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Course Overview
Professional Course in Finance and Accounting
Accounting and finance play an important role in the management of any organization – Profit-making or Charity. Indeed, without deep knowledge of the rules, strategies, processes of accounting and finance, many organisations have floundered and failed.
CPD’s Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance provides the most interesting platform for candidates with no knowledge of accounting. This professional course in finance and accounting also accommodates candidates with prior knowledge of this area of study. The Diploma in Accounting and Finance course provides candidates with an in-depth understanding of financial analysis and other core accounting skills, which positions them as leaders in the global business world.
The flexibility of this course allows even candidates with undergraduate degrees in arts, economics, law, business, science, and engineering, as well as those with some background in accounting and finance to have a fine grasp of the course. Our professional courses in finance and accounting provide an incredible opportunity for candidates to learn at their own pace, without being encumbered with deadlines and schedules. The practical-based assignment also aids candidates in grasping core practical skills of accountancy. With QLS on completing the course, candidates can pride themselves as having the skills and knowledge needed to excel in any accounting role.
The Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance begins with a broad introduction to the challenging of accounting and moves on to discuss the roles of accountants and core accounting concepts and standards. Midway into the course, Journals and subsidiary Books, Profit and Loss accountants and Balance Sheet are explained. The interesting Cash flow Statements, Budgeting, and Financial Management are also expounded. The course then concludes with a look at various investment methods.
Who Should Take This Course
- Graduates interested in pursuing a higher degree in accounting and finance or any other related field of study.
- Accountants looking to deepen their knowledge of accounting and finance
- Business owners seeking to understand simple cash flow to effectively manage their business.
- People who already have pre-existing knowledge but wish to expand their knowledge and understanding in key areas of interest.
- Anyone who wishes to acquire a solid foundation in accounting and finance.
Course Syllabus
The Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance consists of the following 10 units.
Unit 1 – Introduction to Accounting and Finance
This unit introduces the core principles of accounting and finance, including GAAP, the accounting cycle, and financial reporting. It helps learners understand how to use the chart of accounts and differentiate between single and double-entry systems.
Unit 2 – Understanding Debits and Credits
Learners explore the concept of debits and credits and how they affect financial statements in real-world scenarios. This unit also teaches how to analyse financial ratios, interpret annual reports, and assess business risk levels.
Unit 3 – The Basics of Budgeting
This unit explains how to define and create budgets by following a structured budgeting process. It also covers basic computer skills required for budgeting and financial planning in a digital environment.
Career Path
An advanced diploma in Accounting and Finance opens up diverse job opportunities. With an advanced diploma in this course, you can become a chartered accountant, chartered management accountant, company secretary, chartered public finance accountant, stockbroker or a forensic accountant. You can also apply your practical knowledge of finance as a data analyst, purchasing manager, economist, business development manager, retail banker, management consultant or as a tax adviser. Average potential earning for those in the field of accounting is between £56,000 and £110,000.
Endorsement
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).
This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
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