The National Diploma: Financial Accounting (previously referred to as the ICB Financial Accounting: Advanced Level) is the fourth and final qualification when working your way up to the National Diploma: Financial Accounting (previously referred to as the ICB Financial Accounting: Advanced Level). The Financial Accountant can perform the functions of an Accounting Officer by becoming a member through the Southern African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA). The programme includes a study of annual financial statements, accounting theory and practice, corporate strategy and regulatory frameworks.
- Description
- Qualification
- Designation
- Requirements
- Duration
- Subjects
- Packages
- Assessment
- What's Next?
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Description
This qualification provides you with the necessary skills required to finalize your journey towards becoming a financial accountant, on its own it provides with an understanding and knowledge to perform advanced bookkeeping tasks at a corporate and strategic managerial level.
Accreditation
This qualification is a QCTO registered qualification with the ICB as the current examining partner.
Qualification
National Diploma: Financial Accounting NQF L6 (SAQA ID 20366)
Designation
Financial Accountant
Accounting Officer (via SAIBA, if you meet their criteria)
Tax Practitioner
Tax Consultant
Management Accountant
Assistant Manager
Requirements
Successful completion of the National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting qualification (previously referred to as the ICB Financial Accounting: Upper Intermediate Level)
Duration
6-9 months
Subjects
Corporate Strategy
Management Accounting and Control Systems
Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks
Research Theory and Practice
Packages
This course is available via two comprehensive support packages, Online Standard and Online Premium. Each Package includes the following:
Online Standard:
- Textbooks
- Introduction Video
- Exam Info
- Q & A Platform
- Concept Videos
- Forums
- Exam Timetable
- Study Schedule
- A Mock Exam & Solutions
Online Premium:
- Textbooks
- Introduction Video
- Exam Info
- Q & A Platform
- Concept Videos
- Forums
- Exam Timetable
- Study Schedule
- Multiple Mock Exams & Solutions
- LIVE Webinars via Zoom
- Recording of the LIVE Webinars
- Quizzes
- Exam Walkthrough (Pre-recorded)
Assessment
Portfolio of Evidence, including assignments and tests. 60% to pass
Final ICB Exam
What's next
You are now a fully Qualified and certified Financial Accountant. Students with the this qualification are recognised worldwide by the Southern African Institute of Business Accountants (SAIBA), the South African Institute of Tax Practitioners (SAIT), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). You can then apply for exemptions and continue your studies, after all learning is life long.
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