Diploma in Accounting and Finance

The Diploma in Accounting and Finance is to give students the best possible preparation for a successful career in one of a wide range of industries. Graduates of this course will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic underlying academic concepts and principles associated with the broader discipline of Accounting and Finance.

The main aim of the Diploma in Accounting and Finance is to give students the best possible preparation for a successful career in one of a wide range of industries. Graduates of the course will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic underlying academic concepts and principles associated with the broader discipline of Management.

The Diploma in Accounting and Finance aims to provide students with:

• Knowledge and skills that will enable them to follow a career in all areas of accounting and a wide range of careers in business and finance.
• To lay the foundation for future and continuing professional development.
• To develop students’ competence and practical skills in accounting.
• To provide students with the relevant knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance as it relates to the wider business context.

On successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of organizations and the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed
• Analyze strategic issues related to the subjects studied.
• Evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to the subjects studied.
• Show an understanding of accounting and finance principles and practices in the context of their chosen specialization.
• Communicate the results of their study/work accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments.
• Demonstrate study autonomy as well as planning, judgment, and organizational skills.