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This one year programme has been designed with an emphasis on the practical application of Accounting and Finance knowledge to the commercial work place. It is intended for participants wishing to gain a solid foundation in the major components of the Accounting and Finance discipline and to allow them develop their financial literacy skills. 

Aim

The Diploma in Accounting and Finance is a learning and professional development programme, providing an understanding of accountancy, finance and business. This helps the candidate build technical knowledge, professional skills and practical experience needed to progress towards studying for a professional accounting qualification, studying a professional banking or finance qualification, or just as a means to develop their knowledge of accounting and finance.

Objectives

The objectives of the Diploma in Accounting and Finance qualification are to:

• Equip learners with the relevant skills, knowledge and understanding in on the practical application of Accounting and Finance knowledge to the commercial workplace.

• Provide knowledge, skills and understanding for a range of careers in the accounting and finance disciplines.

• Provide opportunities for progression in their career, employability or to higher education qualifications.

• To provide learners with the opportunity to gain a solid foundation in the major components of the Accounting and Finance discipline and to allow them to develop their financial literacy skills.

• To provide learners with an opportunity to achieve a recognised qualification.

• To provide maximum flexibility to those wishing to pursue a career in accounting and finance.

The Online Diploma in Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance is run wholly online and provides students with introductory knowledge to four key finance and accounting areas. These are Finance management, Financial accounting (including Sage), Management accounting and Business management and administration. It is taught in recorded weekly scheduled classes, using a cloud based app that works on any device. In addition students will have access to the Moodle learning management system that brings the class and teacher together for activities and access to resources. It can also act as a gateway to further academic qualifications.

Programme Aims and Objectives

The Online Diploma in Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance aims to provide students with both academic knowledge and practical management skills. Students will apply appropriate academic theories and concepts to a range of business and management issues. During the course, students have the opportunity to add value to both their employers and themselves on a daily basis. In addition to providing a comprehensive knowledge of the major financial disciplines, the programme is designed to ensure that students will have the widest range of career and further education opportunities open to them upon completion.

There are many good reasons, personal and professional, to study a Diploma in Psychology with Dublin Business School!

1. Study Online and Part Time in both the 1 year course & the 12 week course while continuing to work full time.
2. Study wholly online as a Live Online Lecture through zoom.
3. Recorded Lectures are available to re-watch each week.
4. The opportunity for progression to a (BA Hons) level. 

Visualise your future success. Take the first step and register for our Online Open Evening.

Our Open Evening offers the perfect opportunity to speak with our team of expert lecturers and gain first hand knowledge on programmes offered across a variety of disciplines including:

• Online Diploma in Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance
• Evening Diploma in Accounting and Finance
• BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance

We will facilitate breakout rooms for you to explore – covering all disciplines. Our faculty, admissions team, and welcoming staff will be on hand to guide you through the process, help you visualise your future success and answer any questions you may have.

Our broad programme range isn't the only reason to study part-time at DBS. We are also focused on your career, offer QQI accredited and industry recognised courses, and are located in an easy to get to city centre location, among other things.

View the top 8 reasons to choose DBS for part-time students. 

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Our Admissions Team is here to provide you with the guidance that you need. Students can contact the DBS Admissions Team on admissions@dbs.ie or call 01-4177500