This is the third course in the AT SA Certificate Accounting NQF level 5 Programme. Financial Performance teaches the student the principles of managing financial performance and measuring financial performance.
Description
This is the third course in the AT SA Certificate Accounting NQF level 5 Programme. Financial Performance teaches the student the principles of managing financial performance and measuring financial performance.
Accreditation
Accounting Technicians of South Africa as a Quality Assurance Partner of FASSET.
Entrance requirement
Student must have successfully completed the AT SA Further Education and Training NQF level 4 Certificate programme.
Duration
This course can be completed in 3 months.
Outline
Demonstrate an accurate understanding of the internal and external factors that affect organisations
Be aware of the cost accounting techniques needed in monitoring financial performance
Understand the techniques necessary for measuring performance and managing costs
Collate information from various sources and prepare routine cost reports
Make suggestions for improving financial performance by monitoring and analysing information
Prepare performance reports for management
Assessment
This course is assessed through a Computer based test (centrally set and assessed by AT SA)
Award
This course is a short course as part of a national qualification. At the end of this course you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Qualification
This is a subject that is part of a national qualification. At the end of this course you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Designation
Upskill yourself.
Requirements
Student must have successfully completed the AT SA Further Education and Training NQF level 4 Certificate programme.
Duration
This subject can be completed in 3 months.
Packages
This course is available via the Online Premium package. This package includes the following:
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
This course is assessed through an AT SA e-delivered project/case study or workplace evidence (locally assessed by centre).
What's next
You can continue your studies with SACOB and AT(SA) and complete more subjects that make up this qualification.
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