Overview

Finance refers to the management of assets and liabilities, including the planning of future growth, whereas accounting mainly focuses on the day-to-day flow of money in and out of a company or an organisation.

This Finance and Accounting Level 1 & 2 course aims at providing a basis of fundamental knowledge in the field of finance and accounting. This course introduces the basics of finance and accounting practices, including the technical skills and expertise that closely associated with many of the procedures of financial analysis and accounting standards.

In this course, you will learn how finance and accounting work, understand accounting principles and theories, and how to prepare and analyse financial accounts.

Successful completion of this course will provide you with the knowledge that can be carried into professions such as accounting, marketing, tax preparation, financial advising and more. 

This course is perfect for those wishing to study accounting, people working within financial operations of companies, and anyone who wants to learn more about finance and accounting in general.

Finance and Accounting Course design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

• Video lessons
• Online study materials
• Mock exams
• Multiple-choice assessment

How is the course assessed?

To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Upon successful completion you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised certificate and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

Why study this course

Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.

The Finance and Accounting Level 1 & 2 is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.