Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance (London School of Business & Finance)
Course Information
Description
Course overview
The Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance has been developed as a progression route for students aiming for a Higher Education qualification in the subject area, and/or for students aiming for a career in business and management.
The aim of the Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance is to provide students with the opportunity to further develop accounting and business studies knowledge based on practical skills gained through successful completion of the LSBF Diploma in Accounting and Finance. Holders of the Advanced Diploma will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and critical understanding of the major theories in business and management, and of the way in which those theories have developed.
The Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance aims to provide students:
- To develop students’ competence and practical skills in accounting and finance.
- To lay the foundation for future pathway and continuing professional development.
- To provide students with the relevant knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance as it relates to the wider business context.
- The knowledge and skills that will enable them to follow a career in all areas of accounting and a wide range of careers in business and finance.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Age: 19
Local students shall possess one of the following:
- LSBF Diploma in Accounting and Finance
- Local Polytechnic Diploma in a relevant field
International students shall possess one of the following:
- LSBF Diploma in Accounting and Finance
- Equivalent Local Polytechnic Diploma in a relevant field in respective home countries in English medium
AND
Both local and international students MUST fulfil the minimum English language entry requirement of one of the following :
- Achieved grade C6 or better in English language in GCE O level
- Pass in English Language in Year 10 High School qualification or equivalent
- IELTS 5.5/TOEFL 550
- Completed LSBF Preparatory Course in English Upper Intermediate Level
Students with non-standard entry requirements (e.g. other PEI qualification, lack of equivalent Year 12 in home country, LSBF Diploma in other discipline, etc) will be assessed on a case by case basis subject to approval of the Academic Board.
Career Opportunities
Information not available.
Modules
- Strategic Management
- Professional Practice
- Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Business Law
- Corporate Finance
- Taxation
- Auditing