Accounting And Finance

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  • Course Duration3 months
  • Learning FormatFlexible Learning
  • Course Fee£ 125 GBP

Course Overview

The Accounting and Finance program offers a comprehensive foundation in core financial principles, practical accounting skills, and strategic financial planning. Whether you're starting your career, up skilling for a new role, or managing your own business, this course equips you with the tools to understand, apply, and interpret financial data confidently. With a strong balance of theory and hands-on application, you’ll gain the knowledge to thrive in roles across accounting, finance, and business operations—backed by an industry-recognised certificate.

Course Curriculum

5 lessons 48 hours
  • Basics of accounting, finance principles, and the role of accounting in business.
  • Overview of balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, and statement of changes in equity.
  • Double-entry bookkeeping, journal entries, ledger accounts, and trial balance preparation.
  • Steps of the accounting cycle, accruals, deferrals, and preparing adjusted trial balance.
  • Using financial ratios to analyze liquidity, profitability, solvency, and efficiency.
  • Creating budgets, forecasting cash flows, and variance analysis.
  • Introduction to cost concepts, cost behavior, and basic cost allocation methods.
  • Capital budgeting, working capital management, and sources of finance.
  • Introduction to popular accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage), and basic functions.
  • Hands-on practice with financial statements, journal entries, and budgeting exercises.

Skills Covered

  • • Preparing and interpreting financial statements
  • • Cost and performance analysis
  • • Budgeting and financial forecasting
  • • Taxation fundamentals
  • • Use of software tools like Excel and QuickBooks
  • • Ratio analysis and decision-making
  • • Compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards

Why join this program?

  • • Designed by finance and accounting professionals.
  • • Combines theory with real-world financial applications.
  • • Covers current accounting software and industry tools.
  • • Ideal for job-seekers, finance aspirants, or small business owners.
  • • Career-enhancing certification recognised in the UK and globally.

Course Objectives/key Features

  • • Gain mastery of financial and managerial accounting concepts.
  • • Develop strategic thinking based on financial insights.
  • • Understand and comply with global reporting standards.
  • • Become proficient in cost control and business analysis.
  • • Learn to make smart investment and budgeting decisions.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
  • • Prepare and analyse essential financial documents.
  • • Conduct cost-benefit assessments and budgeting exercises.
  • • Interpret financial ratios to assess business health.
  • • Use financial data for strategic decision-making.
  • • Understand taxation, reporting ethics, and regulatory frameworks.
  • • Operate accounting software confidently.

Why Choose London Technology College?

  • • Open to All – Whether you're brand new or brushing up your skills, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
  • • Practical Approach – Learn by doing, with hands-on exercises that reflect real-world office tasks.
  • • Experienced Tutors – Our instructors bring real industry know-how and a passion for teaching.
  • • Certificate of Completion – Add an accredited certificate to your CV or LinkedIn profile to boost your job prospects.
  • • Flexible Learning Options – Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Ideal for working professionals and international students seeking flexibility without compromising quality.
  • • Job-Ready Skills – Get trained in tools and techniques that employers actually look for.
  • • Support That Stays With You – Need help? Our team is here from start to finish—no question is too small.
  • • Learn at Your Own Pace – Take your time or move quickly—the course is designed to adapt to your needs.
  • • Hands-On Projects – Put your skills into action with tasks like reports, spreadsheets, resumes, and more

Certificate of Completion

GAdvance your career with a practical, employer-recognised certification from London Technology College. This certificate signals your financial competence and opens doors to roles in finance, accounting, business operations, and entrepreneurship.

Earn Your Accounting and Finance Certificate:

  • • Verified by London Technology College.
  • • Showcases your skills on CVs, LinkedIn, and in job applications
  • • Evidence of real-world expertise and financial acumen.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Accounting deals with tracking and reporting financial transactions. Finance focuses on planning, managing, and analysing money and investments.

No. The course is beginner-friendly and suited for learners at any level.

Yes. You will be introduced to tools like Excel, QuickBooks, and Sage.

Absolutely. It teaches essential skills for managing business cash flow and planning growth.

You can pursue roles such as bookkeeper, accounts assistant, junior accountant, or financial analyst.

Yes. You will receive an industry-recognised certificate upon successful completion.

Yes. The curriculum is industry-aligned and valuable in job markets worldwide.

Yes. The flexible online format suits working professionals.

You’ll have tutor access, discussion forums, and optional one-on-one support.