The ACCA Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Business is an internationally recognised qualification designed to build advanced knowledge in financial accounting, management accounting and business operations. It forms part of ACCA’s Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) suite, supporting progression into accounting technician roles or the full ACCA qualification. It is regulated at RQF Level 4 and is equivalent to the first year of a degree or HND level. This qualification is ideal for learners progressing from Level 3 accounting, adult returners, and those seeking a globally recognised pathway into the finance profession.
Site
Eastbourne
Course Type
Adult
Business and Technology How businesses operate in modern environments Organisational structure, governance, roles and responsibilities The importance of ethics and the role of technology in business
Management Accounting
Budgeting and cost control Performance measurement Applying management accounting techniques to support business decisions
Assessment is through computer-based exams (CBEs) for each of the three modules.
Each exam is 2 hours Assessment consists of 50 multiple-choice questions A pass mark of 50% is required for each module
Learners must also complete Foundations in Professionalism, an online ethics module required for all ACCA Foundation-level awards
ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4)
Awarded by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Learners will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to work within a variety of finance and business roles, including:
Assistant Accountant Trainee Accountant Accounting Technician Accounts Clerk Junior Financial Analyst
Additional Costs to Consider
Initial registration fee: £89 (one-off) Annual subscription fee: £137 per year to maintain active student status
The Level 4 Diploma is designed as a stepping stone toward full ACCA membership and wider professional recognition