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Where will this course lead?

Students can progress onto university, Level 4 or enter directly in employment in areas such as:

  • Accounts Assistant
  • Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor
  • Assistant Accountant
  • Audit Trainee
  • Credit Controller
  • Finance Assistant
  • Finance Officer
  • Payroll Supervisor
  • Senior Bookkeeper
  • Tax Assistant.

What will I study?

This qualification comprises four mandatory units (400 guided learning hours in total):

  • Business Awareness
  • Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
  • Management Accounting Techniques
  • Tax Processes for Businesses.

What qualifications will I get?

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

How will I be assessed?

All assessments in this qualification:

  • are set and marked by AAT (with the exception of RPL, which is marked by the training provider)
  • are computer based
  • are time-limited
  • are scheduled by training providers or assessment venues
  • take place at approved training providers and assessment venues under controlled conditions.

How do I get a place on the course?

Students are able to apply directly online using the college website

What are the entry requirements?

Merit/Distinction on AAT Level 2

What else do I need to know?

Excellent attendance and work ethic is required to progress on this course

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

Sept-2024

Day

Various

Time

TBC

Course Fee

N/A for 16 to 18 Year Olds

Course Code

AFAAT151BCF0

Study Mode

Full Time

Business Project and Finance Manager

Job holders in this unit group manage and oversee major projects across all sectors of modern industry, commerce and the public sector, in areas such as e-commerce, business analysis, finance, product development, marketing, human resources.

What’s Involved?

Business Project and Finance Managers find out what the client or company wants to achieve. They agree timescales, costs and resources needed. They also draw up a detailed plan for how to achieve each stage of the project. They select and lead a project team. They negotiate with contractors and suppliers for materials and services. They also ensure that each stage of the project is progressing on time, on budget and to the right quality standards. They report regularly on progress to the client or to senior managers.

Finance Manager/Director

Financial managers and directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate financial information and advise on company financial policy.

What’s Involved?

Finance Managers/Directors participate in the formulation of strategic and long-term business plans, assess the implications for the organisation financial mechanisms and oversee their implementation. They plan external and internal audit programmes, arrange for the collection and analysis of accounting, budgetary and related information, and manage the company's financial systems. They determine staffing levels appropriate for accounting activities. They also assess and advise on factors affecting business performance.

Accounting Technician

Financial and accounting technicians work alongside accountants and other financial professionals in managing the financial affairs of organisations.

What’s Involved?

Accounting Technicians maintain profit and loss accounts, budget, cash flow forecasts and other accounting records. They produce, collate and report financial information for managers. They also liaise with clients to ensure that payments are made on time and credit limits are not exceeded. They ensure invoices and payments are correct and sent out on time. They monitor accounting systems to determine accounts are being maintained effectively and provide information on accounting practices to auditors.

Accountant

Jobholders in this unit group provide accounting and auditing services, advise clients on financial matters, collect and analyse financial information and perform other accounting duties required by management for the planning and control of an establishment's income and expenditure.

What’s Involved?

Accountants plan and oversee implementation of accountancy system and policies. They prepare financial documents and report for management, shareholders, statutory or other bodies. They audit accounts and book-keeping records. They also prepare tax returns, advise on tax problems and contest disputed claim before tax official. They conduct financial investigations concerning insolvency, fraud, possible mergers, etc. They also evaluate financial information for management purposes. They liaise with management and other professionals to compile budgets and other costs. They prepare periodic accounts, budgetary reviews and financial forecasts. They also conduct investigations and advise management on financial aspects of productivity, stock holding, sales, new products, etc.

Chartered Accountant

Chartered accountants provide accounting and auditing services, advise clients on financial matters, collect and analyse financial information and perform other accounting duties required by management for the planning and control of an establishment's income and expenditure.

What’s Involved?

A Chartered Accountant plans and oversees implementation of accountancy system and policies. They prepare financial documents and report for management, shareholders, statutory or other bodies; audits accounts and book-keeping records. They prepare tax returns, advise on tax problems and contest disputed claim before tax official . They also conduct financial investigations concerning insolvency, fraud, possible mergers, etc. They evaluate financial information for management purposes. They liaise with management and other professionals to compile budgets and other costs. They also prepare periodic accounts, budgetary reviews and financial forecasts and conduct investigations and advise management on financial aspects of productivity, stock holding, sales, new products, etc.

Finance Officer

Finance officers oversee book-keeping, general accounting and other financial and related clerical functions mainly within local government and a variety of public sector organisations.

What’s Involved?

A Finance Officer oversees the recording and checking of daily financial transactions, the preparation of provisional balances and reconciliation of accounts. They prepare or arrange the preparation of financial reports for managers. They plan work schedules and assign tasks to financial clerks. They also coordinate the activities and resources of finance departments.

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.