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Are you looking to pursue a career in bookkeeping and accounting, or even further your knowledge in the field? Then this ICB Bookkeeping Levels 2 and 3 course bundle could be just for you. From understanding the concepts of double-entry bookkeeping, to starting up your own business.
This ICB Bookkeeping Levels 2 and 3 course bundle provides you with all you need to know about bookkeeping, whilst being ideal for students who want to achieve a career in the field. If you’ve already made a start to life in bookkeeping, this bundle will boost your skills and help you progress in your career. In the Level 2 course, you will learn to enter transactions, identify and correct errors, produce an initial trial balance, and more. Meanwhile, in the Level 3 course, you will explore how to control the sales and purchases ledgers, as well as the post-year adjustments.
With this bundle, you’ll also gain a strong understanding of your company’s finances, which can be one of the most vital factors that will influence its potential for success. Due to the expensive nature of hiring accounts, learning how to plan, set up, market, and run a company, all whilst gaining a knowledge of all aspects of bookkeeping, these courses could be perfect for you.
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Course duration
Up to 3 years.
Course outcome
You will receive an ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (AICB), an ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts (MICB) and a Certificate of Achievement in Starting Your Own Business Level 3.
Entry requirements
No prior bookkeeping knowledge is needed to enrol onto the ICB Bookkeeping Levels 2 and 3 course bundle, but you should have basic numerical skills.
Assessment
A mixture of tutor-marked assignments, online tests and an examination.
Assessment
For the Starting Your Own Business Level 3 course, you will be assessed through a series of written assignments, which are submitted to and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.
For the ICB courses, you will complete a number of Tutor Marked Assignments in preparation for your official assessments. For the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping, as part of your official assessment, you will complete three online tests.
For the Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts, as part of your official assessment, you will complete four online tests and an examination.
All online tests can be taken at home or at work, wherever you have access to a secure internet connection, so assessment is quick and simple. For any examinations, we can help you find an approved ICB examination centre in your area. You will be responsible for booking and paying for any assessments or exams
Course duration
Once enrolled, you can start at any time and will have three years to complete this bundle (one year per level).
You will also receive 12 months tutor support for each level, so you can work at your own pace.
Whilst studying your ICB courses you will also be required to install Sage software. You will have 6 months access to this software.
Study method
The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students will receive all course materials by post, plus tutor support by email.
Course outcomes
On successful completion of all assessments, you will achieve an ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (AICB), an ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts (MICB) and a Certificate of Achievement in Starting your Own Business Level 3.
On completion of the ICB Bookkeeping Level 2 and 3 course bundle you will receive full membership status with the ICB and will be eligible to use the letters MICB after your name.
Awarding body
By offering relevant qualifications, the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) promotes and maintains the standards of bookkeeping as a profession as the largest bookkeeping institute in the world.
Offering membership to students, their worldwide-recognised qualifications highlight your experience and competence within the bookkeeping and account profession.
Their courses help create highly qualified bookkeeping talent, which in turn helps business owners take control of their finances and support the economy as a whole.
The Starting Your Own Business Level 3 course has been endorsed by the Quality License Scheme for its high-quality. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition.
What next?
When you have successfully completed the ICB Bookkeeping Level 2 and 3 course bundle, you will receive full membership status with the ICB and start your career in the world of bookkeeping and accounting.
No prior bookkeeping knowledge is needed to enrol onto this course, but you should have basic numerical skills. The SAGE software is accessible via a downloadable link, so you’ll need a computer or laptop with internet connection and storage.
The Sage 50 software will only work on computers which run Windows 7 or higher. Sage software will not run on Windows XP or on any Apple Macintosh computer. The software is available as a download only – you must have an internet connection and the ability to save the software to your device.
In order to achieve the full ICB qualification for each course you will be required to sit a number of online tests and an examination.
Yes. It is your responsibility to pay for all ICB assessments and examinations.
It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.
That's not a problem. We want to make sure you're 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on 03300 563 100 and they'll do their best to help.