Sage UK Diploma in Computerised Accounting for Business – Level 3

Overview

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Sage courses focus on accounts and payroll, and could help you to pursue the career you want, and this Skillsfirst QCF Computerised Accounting for Business Level 3 Qualification is no different. This course is advanced level, covering cash flow management, preparing VAT returns, final accounts for sole traders and the principles of partnership accounting. Jointly developed by Sage UK in partnership with Skillsfirst, this QCF Accredited Qualification will give you the more advanced skills required to be the bookkeeper for a small firm or within an accounts department.

Studying with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you, and can be adapted to fit in with your lifestyle. It is created by experts within the industry, meaning you are receiving accurate information, which is up-to-date and easy to understand.

This course is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days (12 months). An effective support service and study materials will build your confidence to study efficiently and guide you to secure your qualification.

Course Objectives

Learn to:

• Responsibilities of a Finance Professional
• Principles of accounting concepts
• Principles of preparing basic financial statements
• Principles of Partnership Accounting
• Accounting for Not for Profit Organisations
• Cash Flow Management
• Introduction to a Cost Recording System within an organisation
• Prepare and complete a VAT return
• Standard and advanced budgeting using a computerised accounting package
• Using computerised accounting software

Course Description

This online training course is comprehensive and designed to cover the topics listed under the curriculum.

Course Curriculum1. Sage 50 Accounts Professional Installation Instructions2. Screenshots, Tasks And Activities3. Working Through The Units4. Setting Up A New Company5. Backing Up And Restoring Data6. Customise Your Company7. Data Protection And Security Procedures8. How To Use Practice Data9. Helpful Information Using Sage10. Creating A Chart Of Accounts To Suit Company Requirements11. Sole Trader Accounts12. Entering Opening Nominal Ledger Balances13. The Trial Balance14. Errors In The Trial Balance15. Disputed Items

Method of Assessment

At the end of the course learners must complete ten mandatory units and earn thirty-seven credits to gain certification. To achieve these credits, you will complete self-assessments and practice tests, followed by final online assessments which can be undertaken in your own home at a time of your choice.

Certification

Those who successfully complete this course will be awarded with a Computerised Accounting for Business Diploma and certification at Level Three from Sage UK and Skillsfirst.

Entry Requirements

Learners must be age 16 or over and should have a basic understanding of English, Maths, and ICT.

Career Path

This course will allow you to perform advanced accounting functions, and you could gain employment in any of the following job roles:

• Financial Controller
• Chartered Accountant
• Finance Manager
• Accountant

Learners who successfully complete this course would also be eligible to take the following courses: Computerised Payroll for Business qualifications.