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ACCA Courses - Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
About the Course
The Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification is internationally recognised and highly regarded. It is structured and examined by ACCA and offers you the opportunity to further your career options.
Whether you wish to start a career in finance, accounting, or gain recognition for the wealth of skills and experience you have already achieved or want accelerated progression to the ACCA Professional Scheme and a more senior position in accountancy, the CAT qualification will help you achieve your career objectives.
The CAT course is designed to equip you with all the necessary technical skills and knowledge required to fulfil an accounting role to technician level. It also provides a firm foundation of knowledge and the opportunity to fast track towards becoming a professional ACCA accountant.
On completion of the CAT course, you can move directly to Part 2 of the ACCA Professional course.
Awarding Body
The Association of Certified & Chartered Accountants UK
Entry Criteria
Entry is open. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age - there is no upper age limit. No formal academic qualifications are needed.
Overseas students must have English Language Level - IELTS 5.0 or equivalent standard.
Start Dates
Every Monday, except UK Bank Holidays.
Duration
12 to 18 months.
Content
Syllabus
9 papers.
Introductory Level
- Recording Financial Transactions
- Information for Management Control
Intermediate Level
- Maintaining Financial Records
- Accounting for Costs
Advanced Level
- Managing People and Systems
- Drafting Financial Statements
- Planning, Control and Performance Management
Plus 2 Options From:
- Implementing Audit Procedures
- Preparing Taxation Computations
- Managing Finances
Assessment
One external examination for each paper
Examinations
External examinations are held at ACCA Examination Centres in London, at UK Regional Centres, and at British Council offices worldwide. Examinations are in June and December. A maximum of 6 subjects can be taken per year.
Study Timetable
Personal Studies: 10 hours per week on average
Tutor Support
Following registration, you will be allocated a UK-based tutor, who will be available by telephone, fax, and email to discuss your coursework and give advice and guidance on assignments and examination revision.
Study Fees
£145 GBP per paper.
Postage Fees per paper
- £6 UK
- £15 Europe
- £20 International
Programme Package Includes:
- Programme of study
- Study texts
- Examination kit
- Personal tutor support by email and telephone
Important Information
ACCA Registration and Examination Fees
Our study fees exclude amounts payable to the professional body for student registration, exemptions and examination entries.
The following ACCA fees must be paid separately:
- Initial subscription (payable on registration) £52
- Annual Subscription £52
Examinations fees payable before each exam:
- Introductory Level: £30 per paper (total £60)
- Intermediate Level: £30 per paper (total £60)
- Advance Level: £35 per paper (total £175)
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