IAB Levels 1 & 2 in Computerised Accounting for Business

What the course is about

This combined Levels 1 & 2 in Computerised Accounting for Business course provides the perfect introduction to the bookkeeping, teaching you how to perform a range of tasks using Sage 50 Accounts software.

Sage 50 Accounts is a comprehensive business management system that provides valuable information on customers, suppliers, products and areas of profitability within the business.

If going into a career in accounting, it’s more beneficial for you to have an interest in maths, accountancy and finance. People that have come from careers with backgrounds in maths or backgrounds that you gain office type experience, like being an admin, PA, administration assistant or working in secretarial, accountancy & finance, recruitment, bookkeeping also have a huge advantage, as you’ll be able to transfer key skills to your new career.

You will learn how to create customer and supplier accounts, process invoices and credit notes, calculate trade and settlement discounts, analyse customer accounts for credit control purposes and deal with bad debt write offs.

Student quote

“Qualifications matter a huge deal - most jobs require some kind of training and having an IAB qualification really opens doors” – Susan Jones

Course syllabus:

·         Foundation bookkeeping principles

·         Foundation Sage 50 skills

·         Intermediate bookkeeping principles

·         Intermediate Sage 50 skills.

Assessment

10 x computer based assessments

What is included:

·         Printed course materials and online eBooks

·         Sage 50 Accounts software*

·         One-to-one tutorial support

·         Regular live online classes

·         24-hour access to the Virtual Learning Campus

·         Personalised individual study plan

·         Practice tests, class recordings and student forums

·         Exams and booking service

·         Specialist Career Management service

·         Student membership with the IAB.

*Available for the duration of your course

Why study with Home Learning College

·         Qualifications accredited by the leading industry professional bodies

·         Flexible online courses so there is no need to attend in person

·         96% pass rates: significantly higher than the national average

·         Expert tutorial support from tutors experienced in the industry

·         One of the most successful online education platforms in the UK

·         All inclusive course package

·         Flexible payment options

·         Professional advice upon enrolment

Financial options

Choose from a range of flexible payment plans to fit your financial situation. You can split the cost of your course over 12 or 18 monthly payments, which means funding your course is easy and affordable.

Class size

Assigned tutor who supports you one-to-one via phone and email

About the IAB

The International Association for Book-keepers (IAB) is a professional awarding body for members who provide Computerised Bookkeeping and accounting services to firms and businesses, both in the UK and internationally. The IAB aims to meet an extensive range of financial skills for small and medium businesses, qualifying individuals in the provision of these services. The IAB award Diplomas, Qualifications and Certificates in multiple fields including business, bookkeeping and finance.

Those who begin their studies in computerised accounting within a working business environment and gain an entry-level qualification.

·         GCSE Maths and English are preferred.

If English isn’t your first language an IELTS 5.5 is required.

This combined Levels 1 & 2 in Computerised Accounting for Business course takes you from beginner to intermediate level in just 12 months. You are able to continue on to the level 3 to expand and develop more on the current skills you’ve already learnt or you can go on to work as a bookkeeper and earn up to £29,000.