Level 3 Certificate in Accounting and Finance
The Level 3 Certificate in Accounting and Finance offered by OXQUAL develops practical knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reporting, budgeting, taxation and financial analysis. The programme provides learners with the skills required to maintain accurate financial records, inter...
About this qualification
The Level 3 Certificate in Accounting and Finance offered by OXQUAL develops practical knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reporting, budgeting, taxation and financial analysis. The programme provides learners with the skills required to maintain accurate financial records, interpret financial information and support routine business decision-making.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Financial Accounting Principles
- Double-Entry Bookkeeping
- Ledgers, Journals and Trial Balances
- Financial Statements
- Income Statements and Balance Sheets
- Cash Flow Statements
- Cost Accounting Fundamentals
- Cost Classification and Behaviour
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Variance Analysis
- Management Accounting Principles
- Financial Decision-Making
- Taxation Fundamentals
- Income and Corporate Tax Awareness
- Indirect-Tax Awareness
- Professional Ethics in Accounting
- Financial Ratio Analysis
- Trend Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Payroll Systems
- Statutory Deductions and Compliance Awareness
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Aspiring Accountants and Finance Assistants
- Business Students progressing from Level 2 qualifications
- Entrepreneurs and Small-Business Owners
- Administrative Personnel supporting financial activities
- Individuals preparing for further accounting and finance study
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop practical accounting and finance knowledge.
- Improve bookkeeping competence.
- Prepare and interpret basic financial statements.
- Strengthen budgeting and forecasting skills.
- Understand taxation and payroll fundamentals.
- Use financial analysis to support business decisions.
- Promote accurate and ethical financial practices.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, case study and project.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, short answers, applied case study and financial-reporting project.
- Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 case study and 1 project.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 2 hours written plus 3 weeks for project submission.
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