Diploma In Accounting And Finance SCQF Level 11
- Assignment based assessments, no exams
- Approved by SQA Accreditation
- Globally Recognised Qualification
- Equivalent to a Post Graduation
Admissions Open for 2023
COURSE TYPE
Post Graduate
Equivalent to
Post Graduation
LEARNING DELIVERY
Online/Face-to-Face
Course Summary
This programme provides learners with the skills to record, report and analyze financial and accounting information in organizational contexts to aid decision-making and corporate reporting.
Diploma In Accounting And Finance SCQF Level 11
Why this course?
Be able to demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance within wider organizational contexts.
Be able to apply theoretical and applied perspectives and specialist skills to organizational con- texts in which they operate.
Be able to understand current issues, techniques and thinking in the area.
Why this course?
Be able to demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance within wider organizational contexts.
Be able to understand current issues, techniques and thinking in the area.
Be able to apply theoretical and applied perspectives and specialist skills to organizational con- texts in which they operate.
Course Modules
The EduQual Diploma in Accounting and Finance (SCQF Level 11) is an RQF equivalent Level 7 programme consisting of 6 units, all of which are compulsory as shown:
Unit-2
Strategy Global Finance
SCQF/RQF Level : 7
Credits: 20
Unit-2
Strategic Financial Management
SCQF/RQF Level: 7
Credits: 20
Unit-3
Strategic Auditing
SCQF/RQF Level : 7
Credits : 20
Unit-4
Strategic Auditing
SCQF/RQF Level : 7
Credits : 20
Unit-5
Financial Analyst
SCQF/RQF Level : 7
Credits : 20
Unit-6
Corporate Reporting
SCQF/RQF Level : 7
Credits : 20
Total Credits: 120
Eligibility Criteria
The following assessment strategies may be adopted to achieve the learning outcomes:
- A UK Honours degree at a minimum of lower second class (2:2) or an overseas equivalent (for example, for US degrees a final GPA of 3 or above)
- Exceptionally, those without a 2:2 but with a minimum of 5 years of managerial work experience in accounting and finance, including significant experience in strategic decision-making, may be admitted subject to supporting employer references.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
1. Examination (seen and unseen)
2. Coursework assignments (including problproblem-solvingvities, simulations, consultancy projects, individual and group reports, as well as more conventional written forms such as essays and other discursive assignments)
3. Course presentations
Reflective forms of assessment (e.g. portfolios, learner logs, and peer engagement)
QAA Benchmark Statements
The EduQual Diploma in Accounting and Finance (SCQF Level 11) is an RQF-equivalent Level 7 qualification and has been mapped to sections 3.1, 3.2, 4, and 6.7 within the QAA ‘Accounting’ and ‘Finance’ undergraduate’ benchmark statements 2016 and sections 3.8 and 3.13 of the QAA Mas- ter’s benchmark statement in ‘Business and Management 2015, with particular reference to Type 1 master’s degrees (see link here for more information). Note that there are no master’s subject benchmark statements for Accounting and Finance, but learners are expected to meet the outcomes of the two undergraduate benchmark statements described above as well as the outcomes of sec- tions 3.8 and 3.13 of the master’s statement.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL (sometimes referred to as APL) may be claimed by a learner in situations where:
1. The learner has already studied QCF-equivalent Level 4 or 5 units that are also equivalent to the learning outcomes of the units of this programme.
2. The learner can also produce evidence to demonstrate how each of the assessment criteria have already been met.
In such a case, those matching units can be exempted from study, credits can be claimed, and the evidence supporting the RPL claim can be included in the learner’s portfolio of evidence when claiming the award.
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Diploma In Accounting And Finance SCQF Level 11
Progression
Successful completion may allow progression to the dissertation stage of master’s degrees at UK and overseas universities.
| Awarded by (University) | Country | Degree top-up delivered by | Degree title | Mode of delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northampton | UK | University of Northampton | MSc Accounting and Finance | F2F in Northampton |
| University of Northampton | UK | University of Northampton | MSc Accounting and Finance | Online |
| Bath Spa University | UK | BA (Hons) Business and Management | Future Education World, RAK (UAE) | F2F in RAK (UAE) |
| University of Worcester | UK | NCC Education (UK) | BA (Hons) Business Administration | Online |
| Edinburgh Napier University | UK | Edinburgh Napier University | BA Business Management With Marketing | Online |
| University of Bolton | UK | Amity University in London (UK) | Bachelors (Hons) degrees (various) | F2F in London (UK) |
| University of Bolton | UK | University of Bolton Academic Centre, RAK (UAE) | BSc (Hons) Business Management | F2F in RAK (UAE) |
| University of South Wales | UK | University of South Wales | BA (Hons) Business Studies | F2F in USW |
| Binary University of Business and Entrepreneurship | UK | Binary University of Business and Entrepreneurship | Bachelors (Hons) degrees (various) | F2F in Puchong (Malaysiya) |
| University of Bedfordshire | UK | University of Bedfordshire | BA (Hons) Business Administration (top-up) | F2F in Beds and via collaborative partners |
Additional Information
The learning outcomes will be achieved by the use of the following learning and teaching methods and strategies:
- Learning and teaching situations such as lectures, tutorials and seminars
- Live and simulated case studies
- Independent and group activities (class and non-class based)
- Speakers and subject specialists
The lectures & course material and assessments will be in English Language.
The faculties will be drawn from Corporate Sector & the Academy field.
Testimonial
I was hesitating to join the programme initially because of my work responsibilities. But after joining I realized that proper planning in IIMT Studies has made the herculean task effortless to carry on, with my profession. The programme has helped to improve competency in my Profession.
First of all, I would like to say “THANKS” to whole crew of IIMT Studies and also would like say thanks for giving a chance to share my experience in ALUMNI Magazine as well. It has been great pleasure and wonderful journey with IIMT off campus study since past few years to full fill my dream and achieve milestone in my pro
The lecturers have an in-depth knowledge of the subjects matter and are able to help us understand the subjects through the use of simple English language more importantly there are ever ready to provide more insight by clarifying and answering questions from us. So far, it has been encouraging and very helpful.
Student Testimonials
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