AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting

Part-time, HE
Level 4
AAT
Sketty Hall
34 weeks
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Overview

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting is a high-level accounting course that allows students to master complex accounting tasks, qualify for senior finance roles, and attain AAT full membership. 

At this level you will look at and become comfortable with a wide range of financial management skills and applications and will gain competencies in drafting financial statements for limited companies, recommending accounting systems strategies and constructing and presenting complex management accounting reports. 

You will also learn about specialist areas such as tax, auditing, credit and debit management and cash and financial management. 

Key themes have also been introduced throughout the suite of accounting qualifications, including technology, ethics, sustainability and communication. 

Units: 

The AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting covers the following units: 

  • Applied Management Accounting 
  • Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements 
  • Internal Accounting Systems and Controls 
  • Personal Tax 
  • Business Tax 
  • Audit and Assurance 
  • Credit and Debt Management 
  • Cash and Financial Management.

Key information

Entry Requirements

Completion of AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting or equivalent accounting qualifications. This qualification is suitable for those who require formal recognition of their skills or would like to become an AAT full member. Open to students of all ages. 

AAT will require all students to register with the professional body. Restrictions to membership may apply. More information is available at www.aat.org.uk

Course Delivery

34 week part-time delivery:

Thursdays (9am-4.30pm) at Sketty Hall Business School

Or

Thursdays (1.30pm-9.00pm) at Sketty Hall Business School

Assessment:

  • Externally set online examinations.

Progression Opportunities

The accountancy skills developed by studying this qualification will enable students to seek employment with confidence and/or to progress to the next level of learning. 

The finance, accountancy, business and communications skills developed in the AAT Certificate in Accounting can lead to employment as: 

  • Professional Accounting Technician 
  • Senior Financial Officer 
  • Cost Accountant 
  • Senior Book keeper 
  • Payroll Manager 
  • Assistant Financial Accountant.

The accountancy and finance knowledge developed in this qualification will enable students to progress onto further professional accounting qualifications (exemptions may apply) or a degree.

Additional Information

Course fees are applicable, prices available on request. 

Telephone: Accountancy team 01792 284097 

Email: accountancy@gowercollegeswansea.ac.uk