A-Level Accounting

Course Code: BA135

Study the process of accounting and how it supports businesses in the measuring, monitoring and planning of their operations.

This A-level Accounting Course is based on the new syllabus and is ideal for students who are looking to retake an A-Level or who need UCAS points for University.
Gain an understanding of the process of Accounting and how to record, classify and summarise data and business related information.
Develop the skills to identify whether or not the business is performing well financially, the strengths and weaknesses of the business and to communicate their results to the owners of the business.

Course Content

AS Level:

Unit 1: Introduction to Financial Accounting

The Economic Problem
The Allocation of Resources in Competitive Markets
Production and Efficiency
Market Failure
Government Intervention in the Market

Unit 2: Financial and Management Accounting

Introduction to Macroeconomics
How the Macroeconomy Works: AD/AS analysis, the circular flow of income and related concepts
Economic Performance
Macroeconomic Policy

A2 Level:

Unit 3: Further Aspects of Financial Accounting

The Firm: Objective, Costs and Revenues
Competitive Markets
Marketing Strategies
Concentrated Markets
The Labour Market
Government Intervention in the Market

Unit 4: Further aspects of Management Accounting

Macroeconomic Indicators
Managing the National Economy
The International Economy

Assessment

Unit 1: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
Unit 2: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
Unit 3: Written examination: 2 hours
Unit 4: Written examination: 2 hours

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Throughout the course there will be self-assessment questions, and tutor marked questions, to enable students to monitor their progress. You will receive envelopes in order to submit your assignments.

Qualifications

Upon successful completion of this home learning course you will receive an A-Level in Accounting (AS/A2) issued by AQA. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level. We have chosen this syllabus as it is the best suited to distance learning.

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You will need to have a reasonable grade GCSE or "O" Level in Accounting.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

You will have 24 months to complete your home learning course. This is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines.

This course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Learning documentation and course materials
Unlimited tutor support via email

Q: Is there a required reading list?

Yes, you will be required to study from the following textbooks:

Business Accounting 1, Frank Wood & Alan Sangster, FT Prentice Hall (ISBN 0273655523)
Business Accounts, David Cox, Osborne books (ISBN-10: 1872962637)
Business Accounting 2, Frank Wood & Alan Sangster, FT Prentice Hall (ISBN0273655574)

Textbooks can be purchased from any good bookshop or you can purchase them directly from us.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

You will need to take the standard A-Level examinations in order to fully complete this course.

The examinations run on specific dates which can be obtained by visiting the AQA website. You will be required to book these examinations yourself and we can provide a list of over 400 A-Level test centres around the country.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

You will need to purchase the books listed above and obtain a scientific calculator.

You will also be required to pay a small fee to take your examinations at the examining centre that you choose.

Q: What if I live outside the UK?

You are still able to study this A-Level course but must take the examinations within the UK as this is the only guaranteed way to access examining centres.

Q: What do I do if I still have questions?

For further information please contact us.