Program Overview
This 240-credit program combines Level 4 (Diploma in Accounting and Finance) and Level 5 (Diploma in Business Management) to prepare students for the final year of an undergraduate degree in accounting and finance. Delivered online through lectures, webinars, and exercises, the program provides a flexible and affordable pathway to a career in accounting, finance, or related fields. Students are assessed through written assignments and online quizzes, with support available from dedicated tutors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Level 4 (Diploma in Accounting and Finance) and Level 5 (Diploma in Business Management) are a 240-credit course designed to fast-track students to the final year of an associated undergraduate degree in accounting and finance. This degree can be completed either at a UK university on campus or via distance learning.
Objectives:
- Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the final year of an undergraduate degree in accounting and finance.
- Prepare students for a career in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Offer a flexible and affordable option for students who wish to pursue a higher education.
Program Description:
The Level 4 modules and assignments are equivalent to the first year of a university degree. The Level 5 modules and assignments are equivalent to the second year of a university degree. This course is made up of 10 Level 4 modules (120 credits) and 10 Level 5 modules (120 credits); each level also includes 6 written assignments. If a student decides to only study at Level 4, they will receive 120 credits and can apply for an exemption from the first year of a university degree course. Each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours of material with an additional 30-50 hours of optional learning material. These materials comprise recommended exercises, recommended readings, and internet resources.
Outline:
Level 4 Modules:
- The business environment
- Managing and using finance
- Maximizing resources to achieve business success
- Quantitative skills
- Basic accounting
- Budgetary control
- Financial performance
- Financial ratios
- Financial statements
- Further ratios
Level 5 Modules:
- The entrepreneurial manager
- Organization structures
- Practical accounting analysis
- Business planning and goal setting
- Politics and business
- Business law
- Managing in today's world
- Performance management
- Marketing and sales planning
- Quantitative skills
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a combination of written assignments and online quizzes. The written assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the 'Tutor' section of the learning platform.
Teaching:
The course is delivered online through a combination of pre-recorded lectures, live webinars, and interactive exercises. Students have access to a dedicated tutor who can provide support and guidance throughout the course.
Careers:
Successful completion of the undergraduate Level 4 (Accounting and Finance) and Level 5 (Business Management) and final year of an accredited undergraduate degree program will give students the right credentials to go on and apply for a job in marketing, accounting, human resources, management, or business consultancy.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
The fee for enrolling onto the level 4 and level 5 courses together is £2800. Alternatively students can enrol onto a single level (level 4 or 5) for £2100 each. Students can make payment using one of the following methods: Credit or debit card Bank transfer Interest free monthly instalments Paypal Western Union ELCAS funding Credit or debit card Bank transfer Interest free monthly instalments Paypal Western Union ELCAS funding
Online Business School: A Summary
Overview:
Online Business School is an online learning platform offering affordable university pathway programs leading to undergraduate and postgraduate diploma awards. It caters to learners worldwide, providing a fast track to a UK university qualification through distance learning.