ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

Understanding financial information – learn about revenue, costs, profit, assets, liabilities and cash flow, and how organisations record and use financial information.

Analysing business performance – explore financial statements, budgets, financial ratios and trends to understand how well an organisation is performing.

Budgeting and financial decision-making – investigate costs, profit margins, break-even analysis and basic investment appraisal to compare options and support business decisions.

Ethics, regulation and responsible finance – understand professional integrity, confidentiality, accountability, financial reporting and the importance of ethical decision-making.

Digital finance and emerging technology – explore how spreadsheets, accounting software, digital systems and artificial intelligence are changing how financial information is processed and communicated.

Sustainability and financial risk – consider how environmental, social and governance factors influence financial decisions, organisational performance and long-term value.

Communication and problem-solving – develop your numerical reasoning, critical thinking and ability to analyse information, justify conclusions and communicate financial recommendations clearly.

Develop your knowledge through taught lessons, practical activities and applied tasks using realistic accounting and finance scenarios. You will learn to interpret financial information, complete tasks accurately and use evidence to support decisions.

40% examination assessment

Assessment by examination contributes 40% of the overall qualification marks. The assessment series takes place in May and/or June.

60% non-exam assessment

The remaining 60% is assessed through non-exam assessments, allowing students to demonstrate how they apply their knowledge and skills to tasks and scenarios.

Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Learning and Teaching Strategy 2025-2030.