Accounting & FinanceUndergraduate

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business

Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one 240 credit accounting and business route, then progress towards final year Top-Up study while building accounting, leadership and business decision making capability.

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business

Course snapshot

Flexible study with guidance and progression support.

Level

Level 5

Credits

240 Credits

Delivery

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Verified qualification facts

Official title

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business

Awarding organisation

OTHM

Qualification number

610/0728/6

Framework status

RQF qualification

Overview

Course overview

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business is a 240 credit pathway that combines Level 4 and Level 5 study into one undergraduate route. It is designed as a 2 year degree pathway accelerator for learners who want to complete the equivalent of the first two years of a UK accounting, finance or business degree before progressing towards a final year Top-Up where accepted. The programme develops accounting knowledge alongside business management, leadership, research, innovation, sustainability, financial management and commercial decision making skills.

Who It’s For

Suitable for different learner profiles.

Learners seeking a combined Level 4 and Level 5 accounting and business route
Students preparing for final year accounting, finance, management or business Top-Up study
Career starters who want a strong accounting and business foundation
Adult learners moving into accounting, finance, administration or business support roles
Learners who want to save time and money compared with a traditional three year degree pathway

Learning Outcomes

What you’ll learn.

Academic writing, research and business study skills
Business environment, communication and customer care
People management and leadership practice
Finance, accounting and financial decision making
Managing business projects and operations
Leadership and organisational behaviour
Financial management and financial planning
Business law, governance and commercial responsibilities
Innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability
Business research skills for final year progression

Progression

Progression and career outcomes.

May support progression to a relevant Level 6 or final-year degree route, subject to acceptance by the receiving institution.

Possible career outcomes

Accounts AssistantFinance AssistantBusiness AdministratorManagement Support AssistantProject Support AssistantOperations AssistantBusiness Development AssistantAccounting and Business Manager Trainee

Course Guidance

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