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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
2.9 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • CPD Accredited Certificate: - £4.99
Assessment details
  • Diploma in Accounting and Finance (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Diploma in Accounting and Finance

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The Diploma in Accounting and Finance offers a comprehensive foundation for anyone looking to build a career in finance, accounting, or business management. This course equips learners with essential skills such as financial reporting, budgeting, bookkeeping, and analysing financial statements, preparing you to confidently navigate the world of finance and accounting.

Designed to cover both theory and practical applications, the diploma introduces core topics including double-entry bookkeeping, cost accounting, taxation basics, and financial management. You’ll develop proficiency in accounting principles and financial techniques used in a variety of organisations—from small businesses to large corporations.

The Accounting and Finance course also explores the role of finance in strategic business decisions, giving you insight into cash flow management, investment appraisal, and financial planning. Whether you aim to work as an accounting assistant, finance officer, or advance towards chartered accountant status, this diploma provides the essential knowledge to progress.

With flexible online learning, tutor support, and practical assignments, you can study at your own pace while gaining skills that employers value. This diploma is ideal for school leavers, career changers, or current professionals seeking to enhance their accounting and financial expertise.

Prepare yourself for a successful career in the dynamic finance sector with the Diploma in Accounting and Finance.

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD Accredited Certificate:

Digital certificate - £4.99

After the successful accomplishment of this course, you will be awarded with a verified CPDAccredited Certificate from Skills Boost in PDF format only for $4.99 and printed version only for $14.99.

Assessment details

Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Included in course price

Curriculum

2
sections
16
lectures
2h 54m
total

    • 1: Module 1 An Overview of Accounting and Finance 16:00
    • 2: Module 2 Understanding Cost Analysis 10:00
    • 3: Module 3 Understanding Contribution Analysis 08:00
    • 4: Module 4 Understanding Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis 11:00
    • 5: Module 5 How to Make Short-Term Decisions 11:00
    • 6: Module 6 How to Forecast Cash Needs and Prepare Budget 21:00
    • 7: Module 7 Understanding Cost Control and Variance Analysis 17:00
    • 8: Module 8 How to Manage Financial Assets 14:00
    • 9: Module 9 How to Manage Accounts Receivable and Credit 08:00
    • 10: Module 10 How to Manage Inventory 10:00
    • 11: Module 11 Understanding the Time Value of Money 10:00
    • 12: Module 12 How to Take Capital Budgeting Decisions 13:00
    • 13: Module 13 How to Improve Managerial Performance 08:00
    • 14: Module 14 Understanding the Sources of Short-Term Financing 10:00

    • 15: Final Assessment 05:00
    • 16: Get Your CPD Accredited Certificate [Optional] 02:00

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Description

Diploma in Accounting and Finance

The Diploma in Accounting and Finance is designed to give you a solid understanding of essential accounting and financial practices. The Accounting and Finance course covers key areas such as bookkeeping, financial statements, budgeting, taxation, and cost accounting, combining theory with practical exercises.

You will learn how to manage financial records accurately, prepare reports, and analyse financial data to support business decision-making. The diploma also covers important finance skills including cash flow management and investment evaluation, ensuring you can contribute to organisational success.

This flexible online course is suitable for beginners and professionals seeking to improve their finance knowledge. It’s ideal for those pursuing careers as accounting assistants, finance officers, or looking to progress to professional accounting qualifications.

Gain confidence and competence in core accounting and finance skills with this comprehensive diploma, designed to help you enter or advance in the finance sector.

Certificate of Achievement for the Diploma in Accounting and Finance

After successfully completing the Diploma in Accounting and Finance course, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement. This official PDF certificate is available to youcompletely free of charge, recognising your expertise and boosting your professional profile.

Who is this course for?

Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Ideal for school leavers, career changers, or professionals seeking foundational knowledge in accounting and finance. Perfect for those aiming for roles such as accounting assistant, finance officer, or to progress to professional accounting qualifications.

Requirements

Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Anyone who is interested in Diploma in Accounting and Finance is welcome to enrol in this Diploma in Accounting and Finance course.

Career path

Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Graduates can pursue roles like Accounting Assistant, Finance Officer, Payroll Administrator, or progress towards Chartered Accountant and Financial Analyst careers in various sectors.

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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