1 Year DBS Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Overview

This one year programme has been designed with an emphasis on the practical application of Accounting and Finance knowledge to the commercial work place. It is intended for participants wishing to gain a solid foundation in the major components of the Accounting and Finance discipline and to allow them develop their financial literacy skills.

Aims and Objectives

Aim

The Diploma in Accounting and Finance is a learning and professional development programme, providing an understanding of accountancy, finance and business. This helps the candidate build technical knowledge, professional skills and practical experience needed to progress towards studying for a professional accounting qualification, studying a professional banking or finance qualification, or just as a means to develop their knowledge of accounting and finance.

Objectives

The objectives of the Diploma in Accounting and Finance qualification are to:

• Equip learners with the relevant skills, knowledge and understanding in on the practical application of Accounting and Finance knowledge to the commercial workplace.
• Provide knowledge, skills and understanding for a range of careers in the accounting and finance disciplines.
• Provide opportunities for progression in their career, employability or to higher education qualifications.
• To provide learners with the opportunity to gain a solid foundation in the major components of the Accounting and Finance discipline and to allow them to develop their financial literacy skills.
• To provide learners with an opportunity to achieve a recognised qualification.
• To provide maximum flexibility to those wishing to pursue a career in accounting and finance.

Assessment

To meet the requirements of the Diploma in Accounting & Finance, a student will be required to complete end of term examinations (100%), which will be held twice yearly in January and May

Course Content

The Diploma in Accounting and Finance contains the following modules:

• Accounting Essentials
• Introduction to Finance
• Cost Accounting
• Business Management
• Corporate Finance
• Management Accounting
• Legal Environment for Business
• Accounting Software Systems

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Open days are a great way to help you make your decision about your course of interest. The open day will give you the opportunity to receive one on one advice and direction from leading academics in your chosen subject area, meet current students and also have your questions answered on entry requirements, student support and the admissions process. Find out when our next Open Event is taking place. The Admissions Office is located in our Aungier Street campus and you are welcome to visit the college to speak with a member of our admissions team from Monday to Fridays, 8:45am – 5:15pm. Alternatively, you can contact us by email.