Skillsfirst Diploma in Computerised Accounting for Business - Level 3
Access Duration - 180 Days
Guided Learning Hours (30)
Number of Modules 15
4.5( 6 REVIEWS )
172 STUDENTS
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
Overview
Global Edulink always strives to provide learners with the best possible experience, and we are proud to offer official Sage courses. These courses and qualifications are fully accredited by Sage, meaning you are receiving expert instruction, and recognised qualifications, all at an amazing price. In addition, you have access to our fantastic student portal and excellent customer service. What could be better?
Sage courses focus on accounts and payroll, and could help you to pursue the career you want, and this Skillsfirst RQF Computerised Accounting for Business Level 3 Qualification is no different. This course is advanced level, covering cash flow management, preparing VAT returns, final accounts for sole traders and the principles of partnership accounting. Jointly developed by Sage UK in partnership with Skillsfirst, this RQF Accredited Qualification will give you the more advanced skills required to be the bookkeeper for a small firm or within an accounts department.
Studying with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you, and can be adapted to fit in with your lifestyle. It is created by experts within the industry, meaning you are receiving accurate information, which is up-to-date and easy to understand.
This course is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 6 months. An effective support service and study materials will build your confidence to study efficiently and guide you to secure your qualification.
PLEASE NOTE: Access to Sage 50c Payroll software for six months (06 months) – extensions to the software are available for a small extra fee.
Entry Requirements
- Learners must be age 16 or over and should have a basic understanding of English, Maths, and ICT.
- Course Objectives
- Course Description
- 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
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
This certificate will improve your eligibility for an array of job positions in the accounting or finance industry. This certificate can also be used as a means to study further in the subject or to take progressive steps in your career. Below given are few of the job positions this course will benefit you in, along with the average UK salary per annum according to https://www.payscale.com/career-path-planner,
- Financial Controller – £46,964 per annum
- Chartered Accountant – £35,118 per annum
- Finance Manager – £38,138 per annum
- Accountant – £28,580 per annum
Learners who successfully complete this course would also be eligible to take the following courses: Computerised Payroll for Business qualifications.
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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 | |||
Sadie Lawson
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.
Yasmin Parker
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.
Myla Hart
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.
Robyn Reid
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Hazel James
This course refreshed my accounting skills. I’ve been able to do in my own time and I’m going to do another one.
Isabel Francis
I enjoyed taking this course. It was very practical and I am already using its content professionally.