Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
Overview
The AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is an intermediate qualification designed for individuals who have completed the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or have relevant experience in the accounting field. It provides learners with more advanced skills in accounting and prepares them for roles such as accounts manager, senior bookkeeper, or assistant accountant.
Average duration
6 – 12 months
Study Options
Course content
Business Awareness (BUAW)
This unit provides students with an understanding of the business, its environment, and the influence that this has on an organisation’s structure, the role of its accounting function, and its performance. Students will learn about the micro- and macro-economic environments, basic business law, risk, ethics, and technology.
From 390 pm
inc.VAT
Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS)
This unit provides students with the skills required to produce statements of profit or loss and statements of financial position for sole traders and partnerships using a trial balance. Students will learn about period end adjustments and reconciliations. They will also be able to interpret financial statements using profitability ratios.
From 390 pm
inc.VAT
Management Accounting Techniques (MATS)
This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the role of management accounting in an organisation, and how organisations use such information to aid decision making. Students will learn to use spreadsheets when making calculations, manipulating and analysing data, reporting, and forecasting.
From 390 pm
inc.VAT
Tax Processes for Businesses (TPFB)
This unit explores tax processes that influence the daily operations of businesses and is designed to develop student’s skills in understanding, preparing, and submitting Value Added Tax (VAT) returns to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The unit provides students with the knowledge and skills that are needed to keep businesses, employers, and clients compliant with laws and practices that apply to VAT and payroll.
From 390 pm
inc.VAT
Study Options
Online Classes
Our online learning course gives you complete control over your studies with full support from our tutors. You will learn by following a structured online course with pre-recorded online lectures covering the syllabus, and course notes that we deliver to your door.
What you get:
Study plan:
Your study plan is integrated into your course, which both guides and tracks your progress. Each clearly structured online session tells you how long you may spend on the topic and the questions to try
Extensive question practice (including mock exams and feedback)
Access to GraduateSA Learning portal, with eLearning resources, online lectures
Comprehensive pre-recorded lectures, progress tests and mock exams
Related AAT courses
Benefits of studying AAT
Recognised Internationally
Flexible Study Options
Progression Pathway
No Specific Entry Requirements
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