Enterprise and Commerce
Access to Accounts
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2024
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Course overview
This course is designed to allow progression to HNC Accounting Next Generation. Although primarily intended to precede the HNC in Accounting, it also provides evidence of a level of competence and transferable skills to justify progression in related disciplines like Business.
The aim of the award is to
- Enable candidates to determine if they have an aptitude and interest in accounting
- Prepare candidates for entry into higher-level accounting qualifications, particularly HN Accounting
- Prepare candidates for entry into other Finance and Accounting qualifications provided by professiona bodies such as AAT
- Provide candidates with specific accounting-related knowledge and practical skills useful to employers
- Respond to market demand for relevant skills development and qualifications at a non-advanced level in accounting
What you will learn
A selection of topics, including:
- Recording Transactions in the Ledger
- Handling Wages and Salaries
- Financial Services: The Regulatory Framework
- Digital and Enterprise Skills
Some of the subjects you will learn in more detail:
- Preparing Management Accounting Information - meets the needs of users of accounting information such as managers of branches, departments or subsidiaries of larger organisations; it deals with data suited to making correct management decisions on a day-to-day, week-to-week or month-to-month basis.
- IT Solutions for Administrators - as well as specialist software, all kinds of accounting-related ad hoc tasks will be done using spreadsheets, databases and word processing.software
Placement information
- No placement required
How the course is assessed
- Ongoing assessments throughout the course
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week
Entry requirements
- A minimum of three relevant National 4s (must include English and Maths/Numeracy) OR;
- Any relevant National Qualifications Group Award at SCQF level 4 or 5 (including Comms/Numeracy)
Relevant subjects could include - English, Business, Economics, Marketing, Modern Studies, Science subjects
Candidates will be considered on an individual basis
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You may be required to attend a group and/or individual information session and/or a skills check.
English Proficiency Requirements
Minimum IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- HNC Accounting Next Generation
- HNC Financial Services
Career options
Roles involve analysing, interpreting, and reporting financial information, such as
- Forensic Accountant
- Chartered Accountant
- Auditor
- Retail Banker
- Tax Advisor
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 26/08/24 |
