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Students on our Accounting and Finance course can complete a Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits) or a combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) Qualifi diploma, designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the finance industry.
The course is completed online and you can start at any time, it’s completely flexible. Each module (Level 4 & Level 5) consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that include recommended exercises, readings, digital resources and self-test tasks.
To complete the course you’ll submit 6 online assignments at each level, and assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded with a Qualifi diploma and you’ll be able to top up your qualification to a bachelor’s degree at a range of UK universities.
During the Accounting and Finance course you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, social learning forums and additional materials to complete your diploma with ease. You can find out more about the support you’ll have available on our Student Resources page. You can also read about the academic credentials we meet and associations we’re part of to make sure you have the best learning experience.
This Level 4/5 diploma in accounting and management has 10 modules and 6 written assignments at each level. The assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
The Level 4 diploma in Accounting and Finance has 10 modules:
The Level 5 diploma in Business Management has 10 modules:
Assignment Unit Titles:
The assignment unit titles for the Level 4 course are:
The assignment unit titles for the Level 5 course are:
To enrol in our Level 4 Accounting and Finance course, you must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education, meaning you must have a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.
If you don’t have 2 A-levels or the equivalent, such as NVQ Level 3, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience. To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at:
Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest free.
Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest free.
Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £145 a month for 24 months, interest free.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
Studying Accounting and Finance opens a wide range of career opportunities across various industries. Here are some of the primary career paths you can pursue with an accounting degree:
1. Public Accounting:
• Auditor: Conduct financial audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Tax Advisor: Prepare and file tax returns and provide tax planning and advice to individuals and businesses.
2. Corporate Accounting:
• Financial Accountant: Prepare financial statements, manage ledgers, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Management Accountant: Focus on internal financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management to aid business decision-making.
3. Government and Nonprofit Accounting:
• Government Accountant: Manage public funds, audit government agencies, and ensure financial compliance with regulations.
• Nonprofit Accountant: Handle financial reporting, budgeting, and grant management for nonprofit organisations.
4. Specialized Accounting Roles:
• Forensic Accountant: Investigate financial fraud and disputes, often working with law enforcement agencies.
• Environmental Accountant: Analyse the financial impact of environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives.
5. Financial Services:
• Financial Analyst: Analyse financial data, develop investment strategies, and provide recommendations to businesses and investors.
• Credit Analyst: Assess the creditworthiness of individuals and businesses to facilitate lending decisions.
• Budget Analyst: Develop and manage budgets, forecast financial needs, and analyse spending patterns.
Overall, accounting is a versatile and in-demand field with opportunities in virtually every sector of the economy.
Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 Accounting and Finance course you have the opportunity to complete a third-year Accounting and Finance degree programme, known as a ‘BA top up’, from a wide range of UK universities.
Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and you can choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus.
If you decide to top up to a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are listed below.
Coventry University
Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– London Campus – £10,000
Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– Coventry Campus- £10,000
Northampton University
BSc (Hons) in International Accounting -£9,250
University of Derby
BSc (Hons) Business and Management– £5,200
Westcliff University
Business Administration – £11,655 (online) / £15,600 (on campus)
University of Hertfordshire
BA (Hons) Business Administration – £6,400
University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)
BA (Hons) Business Management – £9,240
University of Hertfordshire
BA (Hons) Business Administration (top-up) (Online)
Edinburgh Napier University
BA in Business Management – £4,600
BA in Business and Enterprise – £4,600
BA in Sales Management – £4,600
University of Sunderland – On Campus
BA (Hons) Business and Management – £9,250
University of Bolton
BSc Honours Business with Finance top-up
University of Cumbria
BA (Hons) Global Business Management – ON CAMPUS– £9,250 UK/ £13,250 International
BA (Hons) International Business Management – ON CAMPUS– £9,250 UK/ £13,250 International
NOTE: UK/EU students may be eligible for student loans for the top-up portion of their studies. Visit www.slc.co.uk for more information.