AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting

Introduction

This qualification is accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) which is the recognised professional body for staff employed in a range of roles in finance and accounting. Members of the AAT are fully qualified accounting technicians.

What Will I Learn

This course covers financial team leader skills, including drafting financial statements for limited companies, managing budgets and evaluating financial performance. You will also learn how to do complex management accounting tasks, evaluate the internal control and accounting systems and will have the opportunity to specialise in tax/auditing or credit control.

Example Modules

• Financial Statements
• Budgeting
• Financial Performance
• Internal Control and Accounting Systems
• Two optional units from business tax, personal tax, external auditing, cash management, credit control

How Will I Be Assessed?

Many of the units are assessed by computer-based exams and the provisional results are available immediately or are marked by an assessor at the college.

Entry Requirements

You will require a Level 3 Accounting qualification and a good standard of both English and Maths.

Additional Information

Students are required to become members of AAT. The AAT registration and subscription fee will be approximately £120. Purchase of books are optional.

Progression

You will be able progress directly into employment and self-employment. You can also progress on to Chartered Accountancy awards - this Level provides exemptions on these awards

Career Opportunities

You will be able to consider positions within the government sector, banking sector or accountancy practices.

Qualification type: Level 4 Mode of study: Part-Time Courses Start date: September Duration (weeks): 35 Hours per week: 6 Days of the week: To be confirmed Course code: CDPACCOU4