Skillsfirst Diploma in Computerised Accounting for Business - Level 3

Access Duration - 180 Days
Guided Learning Hour 30 Guided Learning Hours (30)
Number of Modules 15 Number of Modules 15
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172 STUDENTS
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£ 329.00
 

What Will I Learn?

Understand the responsibilities of a finance professional
Understand the principles of accounting concepts
Understand the principles of preparing basic financial statements
Understand the principles of partnership accounting
Learn the process of accounting for not for profit organisations
Understand cash flow management
Get an introduction to a cost recording system within an organisation
Learn to prepare and complete a VAT return
Understand standard and advanced budgeting using a computerised accounting package
Understand the process of using computerised accounting software

Master Advanced Accounting Skills

The VTCT (Skillsfirst) Diploma in Computerised Accounting for Business (Level 3) is intended for those looking to deepen their expertise in advanced accounting practices. This course covers essential topics such as cash flow management, preparing VAT returns, final accounts for sole traders, and the fundamentals of partnership accounting. Developed in collaboration with Sage UK and VTCT (Skillsfirst), this RQF-accredited qualification equips you with the advanced skills necessary to excel as a bookkeeper for a small business or in an accounts department. It provides a complete understanding of complex financial processes, enabling you to confidently manage high-end accounting tasks. Whether you’re aiming to step into a senior bookkeeping role or seeking to expand your accounting expertise, this course offers the knowledge to manage day-to-day and complex financial tasks.

PLEASE NOTE: Access to Sage 50c Payroll software for six months (06 months) – extensions to the software are available for a small extra fee.

  • Course Objectives
  • Course Description
  • Entry Requirements
  • Method of Assessment
  • Certification
  • System Requirements
  • Career Path

Learn to:

  • Responsibilities of a Finance Professional
  • Principles of accounting concepts
  • Principles of preparing basic financial statements
  • Principles of Partnership Accounting
  • Accounting for Not for Profit Organisations
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Introduction to a Cost Recording System within an organisation
  • Prepare and complete a VAT return
  • Standard and advanced budgeting using a computerised accounting package
  • Using computerised accounting software

This online training course is comprehensive and designed to cover the topics listed under the curriculum.

PLEASE NOTE: We do not provide tutor support for this course

Learners must be age 16 or over and should have a basic understanding of English, Maths, and ICT.

At the end of the course learners must complete ten mandatory units and earn thirty-seven credits to gain certification. To achieve these credits, you will complete self-assessments and practice tests, followed by final online assessments which can be undertaken in your own home at a time of your choice.

Those who successfully complete this course will be awarded with a Computerised Accounting for Business Diploma and certification at Level Three from  Skillsfirst.

Sage software is not compatible with Windows XP or Apple Macs - unless you are running Windows Vista or Windows 7 via Apple's Boot Camp utility.

Sage 50 Accounts v27 - System Requirements

  • Processor speed 2Ghz processor or higher.
  • RAM (memory) 2 gigabytes (GB) or 4GB RAM if running a 64-bit operating system.
  • Free disk space 5GB of free disk space.
  • Internet connection
  • Windows operating system
    • Windows 10 (except Windows 10S), build 1709 or later
    • Windows 8.1
    • Windows 7

Your Path to Senior Accounting Roles

The VTCT (Skillsfirst) Diploma in Computerised Accounting for Business (Level 3) opens up a wide range of career opportunities for those looking to advance in accounting. With a strong emphasis on practical skills, this qualification is ideal for individuals aiming to pursue roles such as a senior bookkeeper, financial controller, or accounts manager. This course provides the technical expertise necessary to manage complex financial tasks and positions you to take on greater responsibilities in small businesses or accounting departments in large organisations.

Course Curriculum

1. Sage 50 Accounts Professional Installation Instructions
1. Sage 50 Accounts Professional Installation Instructions
2. Screenshots, Tasks and Activities
2. Screenshots, Tasks and Activities
3. Working through the Units
3. Working through the Units
4. Setting up a New Company
4. Setting up a New Company
5. Backing up and Restoring Data
5. Backing Up and Restoring Data
6. Customise Your Company
6. Customise your Company
7. Data Protection and Security Procedures
7. Data Protection and Security Procedures
8. How to Use Practice Data
8. How to Use Practice Data
9. Helpful Information Using Sage
9. Helpful Information Using Sage
10. Creating a Chart of Accounts to Suit Company Requirements
10. Creating a Chart of Accounts to Suit Company Requirements
11. Sole Trader Accounts
11. Sole Trader Accounts
12. Entering Opening Nominal Ledger Balances
12. Entering Opening Nominal Ledger Balances
13. The Trial Balance
13. The Trial Balance
14. Errors in the Trial Balance
14. Errors in the Trial Balance
15. Disputed Items
15. Disputed Items

Students feedback

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    Sadie Lawson

    November 08, 2019
    Great information

    A lot of really great information that can be used practically in the work place. I would recommend this course to both people that are new to this field. It was a great course to further my career. Very well presented making it easy to follow.

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    Yasmin Parker

    October 25, 2019
    Learned a lot

    It was a great course. I learnt a lot of useful things, which I can use in my work, and I was able learn a lot from them.

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    Myla Hart

    September 12, 2019
    Good foundations on accounting

    Solid course, good foundations on accounting, and concise and clear explanations. Accounting is very necessary for professionals. I can do it all in the comfort of my own home and have plenty of time to complete them.

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    Robyn Reid

    August 29, 2019
    Great course

    The courses are easy to access, simple understanding, clear written courses available, I will always use Global edulink for my extended learning. This platform has been a very good and reliable service.

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    Hazel James

    July 13, 2019
    Convenient and useful

    This course refreshed my accounting skills. I’ve been able to do in my own time and I’m going to do another one.

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    Isabel Francis

    June 08, 2019
    Practical and useful

    I enjoyed taking this course. It was very practical and I am already using its content professionally.

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