Computerised Accounts - Level 2

Computerised Accounts - Level 2

Course ID:
PC68424

Academy:
Business & Management

Introduction:
Most organisations have specialised computer accounting systems which use spreadsheets, databases and specialist software packages. This City & Guilds course uses SAGE software to provide the necessary skills to operate a computerised accounting programme.

Study Mode & Location:
This 17 week course will last for 3 hours per week. It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
The course concentrates on teaching the concepts of computerised bookkeeping/accounting using SAGE software, with the emphasis on:

• Sales, Purchases & Nominal Ledgers.
• Audit Trails & Trail Balance.
• Profit & Loss Accounts and Balance Sheets.
• VAT Returns & Bank Reconciliation.
• End of Year Procedures.
• Report selection and printing.
• Bank econciliation.

The course will be undertaken in a formal but relaxed classroom environment in one of the Information Technology computer rooms. It is delivered using a combination of lectures, short talks, demonstrations and examples. You will complete a series of exercises throughout the course, all of which are designed to raise your competence and skill levels using computer software.

It is strongly recommended that students have access to a computer and the relevant software outside College, in order to practice. Although, for students who do not have access to a computer, time can be allocated in the Information Technology Learning Centre.

Assessment:
Assessment consists of two practical assessments/coursework and a comprehensive portfolio showing progress throughout the course.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course allows progression to additional units at Level 2, AAT Level Accounting, Business Studies or Marketing.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.