The Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance has been developed as a progression route for students aiming for a Higher Education qualification in the subject area, and/or for students aiming for a career in business and management. Programme aims The aim of the Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance is to provide students with the opportunity to further develop accounting and business studies knowledge based on practical skills gained through successful completion of the LSBF Diploma in Accounting and Finance. Holders of the Advanced Diploma will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and critical understanding of the major theories in business and management, and of the way in which those theories have developed. The Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Finance aims to provide students: To develop students’ competence and practical skills in accounting and finance. To lay the foundation for future pathway and continuing professional development. To provide students with the relevant knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance as it relates to the wider business context. The 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. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to: Demonstrate relevant accounting and finance knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed. Demonstrate proficiency in quantitative methods and computing techniques and know how to use these techniques and methods effectively across a range of problems. Interpret financial data and carry out statistical and financial analysis. Demonstrate understanding of ethical and regulatory requirements and issues. Effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis in a variety of forms to specialist and non-specialist audiences, including use of a range of media which are widely used in business such as the preparation and presentation of business reports. Demonstrate cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis. Demonstrate effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving business problems. Undertake further training, develop existing skills and acquire new competences that will enable them to assume significant responsibility within organisations.