Accounting and finance are at the very heart of business operations. From banking to manufacturing, from huge service industries to micro businesses, the ability to manage, plan and account for money is still the ultimate measure of business success and the key driver of growth. Many accountants occupy key managerial positions in business, yet few are qualified managers. In the increasingly complex modern business environment, there is a high demand for skilled professionals who can work flexibly in teams across business boundaries. The objective of the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required by a middle or senior manager in an organisation, and who may be involved in managing organisational finances, investment and risk, audit and assurance, or research.
There are 6 units to study and the assessment is done using assignment. There are no examinations in this course. The modules are
- Corporate and Business Law (20 credits)
- Business Performance Measurement (20 credits)
- Financial Securities Markets (20 credits)
- Audit and Assurance (20 credits)
- Business Research Project (20 credits)
- Investment and Risk Management (20 credits)
Entry Requirements
The learner must fulfil at least one of the following criteria to be allowed entry to the qualification:
- Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification
- A learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
- Mature learners (over 21) with management experience.
- The provider will determine English Language ability if English is not your native language.
Assessment and verification-All units within this qualification are internally assessed via assignments and externally verified by the awarding organisation. There are no examinations in this course.
Course Material – Course material, including presentations; handouts, assignment briefs and e-books are made available to enrolled learners. In addition to this, the learners also get the course handbook and tutorial via emails to support the learning.
Online learning – The learner sets the pace for learning and the courses are offered across an academic-year basis. Although our tutors encourage the learners to make progress monthly, this approach is flexible.
Progressions- Successful completion of OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business provides learners with the opportunity for academic progressions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes including OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance.
Certification – The Diploma is issued by the OTHM Qualification- Awarding Organisation. UK Versity Online Limited (Number DC1506132) is an accredited and approved delivery Centre for qualifications.
Key Facts
Awarding Body: OTHM Qualifications
Course Duration: 6-12 Months
Method of study: Full Time / Distance Learning / Part-Time
Qualification Level: 5
Disclaimer
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