Accounting and Finance V Level

Level: 3

Qualification: V Level Accounting and Finance (equivalent to one A level)

Duration: 2 years

What will I study?

In this course you will learn all about what is involved in working within the finance and accounting sector and roles within this.

• Financial terminology and concepts
• Production of financial and accounting documents including statement of financial position, statement of comprehension income, budgets and cashflow
• Interpretation of financial and accounting information to support organisational decision making and make recommendations
• Analysis and evaluation of the financial performance and position of a business; including producing financial documents and calculating ratios
• Budgeting; purpose of budgeting, different types of costs, investment appraisal
• Governance, compliance and regulatory requirements within finance and accounting
• The relationship between accounting and finance and business objectives, stakeholders and other business functions

A key part of the course is developing your skills specific to this career pathway, including numeracy, data analysis, decision making, critical thinking and digital literacy.

Study Visits / Work Placement

Subject area will also organise specialist visiting speakers/visits relevant to the finance and accounting sector.

Assessment

V Level assessment is likely to include:

40% External assessments/exams which are set and marked by the awarding organisation. (external exams)

60% Other types of assessment, these could include coursework, projects, practical activities, role plays and presentations related specifically to accounting and finance. (internal assessment)

Entry Criteria

Grade 4 in English Language and Maths.

Useful supporting courses

Business, Economics, Statistics, Law

Careers

Accountant, Accounting Technician, Assistant Accountant and Commercial Finance Analyst.