City College Oxford proudly presents the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business, designed with the primary objective of providing learners with a comprehensive understanding of accounting and business within the broader business context. The program is meticulously crafted to equip learners with practical, industry-focused skills essential for effective management of business finances, budgets, and cash flow, thereby playing a pivotal role in business growth. It is tailored for individuals aspiring to pursue careers in a wide array of businesses where accounting and business literacy are crucial skills for managers at all levels.
Over the academic years, learners will engage with both Level 4 and 5 units, amassing 120 credits per year and culminating in a total credit value of 240 credits – equivalent to the initial two years of an honours degree.
Level 4 units establish the foundation for subsequent learning, introducing pertinent accounting and business topics. These units seamlessly integrate theoretical and practical knowledge in academic and research skills, the business and economic environment, quantitative methods, financial accounting, management accounting, and leading and managing teams.
Level 5 units provide learners with opportunities to progress and apply key skills and techniques to various relevant subject areas. The course delves into business strategy, financial management, planning, reporting, and human resource management. Learners will integrate their knowledge and skills across these disciplines, culminating in the ability to produce a viable business plan.
Upon successfully completing this qualification at City College Oxford, learners are equipped with specialized skills, technical terminology, and the knowledge required to develop their accounting and business management skills. This qualification not only prepares them for further academic pursuits but also positions them for success in the professional realm. City College Oxford is committed to nurturing individuals with the capabilities to thrive in the dynamic fields of accounting and business.
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification consists of 12 mandatory units, 240 credits, 2400 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and the recommended Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this qualification is a minimum of 1200 hours.
To achieve the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business, learners must achieve 240 credits, of which 120 credits are at Level 4 (6 units) and 120 credits are at Level 5 (6 units).
Level 4: 6 Mandatory units:
- Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 credits)
- Business and the Economic Environment (20 credits)
- Principles of Financial Accounting (20 credits)
- Quantitative Methods in a Business Context (20 credits)
- Management Accounting (20 credits)
- Leading and Managing Teams (20 credits)
Level 5: 6 Mandatory units:
- Principles and Concepts of Business Strategy (20 credits)
- Financial Management (20 credits)
- Financial Planning and Control (20 credits)
- Financial Reporting (20 credits)
- The Management of Human Resources (20 credits)
- Business Start-up; Conception to Market (20 credits)
City College Oxford is pleased to present the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business, designed for a comprehensive two-year full-time study, with the added flexibility to accommodate part-time and distance learning needs.
Delivery methods include face-to-face sessions conducted through lectures, tutorials, seminars, as well as distance and online learning exclusively provided by approved centres.
Internal assessment by the centre and external verification by OTHM are integral components of this qualification. The criterion-referenced qualifications hinge on achieving specified learning outcomes.
To attain a ’pass’ for a unit, learners must furnish evidence demonstrating fulfilment of all learning outcomes and meeting standards specified by assessment criteria. The Assessor, responsible for judging learners’ successful fulfilment, provides an audit trail detailing the process leading to this determination.
Upon successfully completing the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business at City College Oxford, learners have diverse academic progressions, including the opportunity to pursue the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification.
With approval and regulation by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible for direct entry into the third year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme. City College Oxford strives to facilitate seamless educational journeys for aspiring professionals in accounting and business.
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These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.
The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:
- Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification
- GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification
- Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
HOW TO REGISTER/ENROL?
Fill enrolment form on-line at
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email the below documents to admissions@citycollegeoxford.co.uk:
- Complete Applications Form https://www.citycollegeoxford.co.uk/student-zone/downloads
- passport
- Previous qualifications
- CV
Personal Statement