Oldham College
Legal, Finance & Accounting

AAT Accounting Level 2

Course Details

What will I Study?

You will complete two further units in total:

  •  Principles of costing: This unit gives students an introduction to the principles of basic costing and builds a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills required for more complex costing and management accounting tasks. Students will learn the importance of the costing system as a source of information that allows management to plan, make decisions and control costs.
  •  The business environment: This unit provides knowledge and understanding of key business concepts and their practical application in the external and internal environment in which students will work. Students will gain an understanding of the legal system and principles of contract law and an appreciation of the legal implications of setting up a business and the consequences this may have. This unit will also give an understanding of how organisations are structured and where the finance function fits.

How Will I Be Assessed?

All AAT qualifications are assessed via externally marked exams that are completed in our AAT exam centre. Within this qualification you will undertake 2 further exams.

Entry Requirements

Level 2 AAT Bookkeeping.

Minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade D/3, with Maths GCSE or equivalent at grade C/4. Functional Skills Level 1 will be accepted as an alternative to GCSEs. Although preferred, no previous work experience within accountancy is required.

Cost

The cost of adult courses and the availability of course funding is dependent upon your previous qualifications and personal circumstances. Please contact admissions@oldham.ac.uk for individual guidance.

Delivery Method

This course will be delivered face to face. In addition to this, you will be required to undertake significant independent study each week in order to ensure you are successful. The required independent study will be 1 hour per hour of face to face delivery.
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