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AAT Level 4 Accounting – Professional Diploma

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Information about this Course

Study Type
Part Time

Study Type Subcategory
AAT

Course Area
Business, Finance & Enterprise

Course Duration
1 year

Entry Requirements
Level 3 Accountancy qualification or be able to demonstrate significant experience of accounting in a professional capacity. All elements of the course include a significant amount of writing and literacy skills are as critical as numeracy skills. Basic IT skills are also required. Interview required for new entrants.

Course Information

This course covers a wide range of aspects of accountancy, including core accounting documentation, for company accounts

Level 4 Diploma in Accounting is made up of a number of key areas such as:

• Management accounting
• Budgeting
• Financial Statements for Limited companies
• Accounting systems and control (Synoptic).

Optional Units:
• Personal Tax
• Business Tax
• Auditing
• Cash and Credit management
• Credit Control

Assessment
You will be assessed throughout the course by both computer-based exams and assignments.

Considerations
These professional examinations require a high standard of preparation and considerable commitment if success is to be achieved. In addition to the course fees, you will also be required to purchase set books and join the AAT.

Progression
The AAT qualification gives you the skills and knowledge to work as an accountant within any number of sectors. This qualification can give qualified students exemptions towards part of the UKs chartered and certified accountancy qualifications.