Foundation Degree in Accounting

Course Level Course Level 5

Description
This Foundation Degree is designed for accounting personnel working in a commercial environment who are seeking occupationally endorsed qualifications relevant to their profession. It is also aimed at those who may not be employed in an accounting function, but wish to pursue this career.

The course focuses on putting theory into practice - its highly practical content reflects the actual needs of todays organisations. Introducing key business and accounting principles, it links modern day business accounting practices with real-life organisational issues and processes

Course Length
One year - one day per week.

What will I study?
The study of business accounting not only develops numerical skills, but also creates an appreciation of the management of financial information which underpins most business decision making and strategic analysis.

This degree will help you to develop your understanding of the conceptual basis of the subject as well as its application to business procedures and practices. You will also pick up business and personal skills during your studies which are designed to enhance your employability as a graduate, including being able to solve business problems and take personal responsibility for projects, together with excellent information technology and communication skills.

Topics include

Business Law, Managerial Economics, Operations and Project Management,
Systems for Management, Finance Principles and Research Methods.


How will I learn?
A variety of teaching methods are used, including formal teaching, guided/individual work and workshops.

How will I be assessed?
Business law through exam, other units via individual reports and portfolios.

Where could it lead?
Successful completion will allow direct entry to Year 3 on a number of accounting and business-related Honours Degree courses.