Level 4 Business Accounting Course in Milton Keynes – Kaplan Milton Keynes – Evening

CostEmployer funded
Duration12 days
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Kaplan Talent Partners for more info.

About this course

CIMA BA2 Business Accounting Practice Course in Milton Keynes. Evening classes run at Kaplan Milton Keynes, part-time over 12 days, so you can fit study around your existing work. The course may be funded through a Government Apprenticeship. Fees may apply for other learners. You'll work through structured sessions covering the core accounting knowledge tested in the CIMA BA2 Objective Test exam. Your tutor guides you through the material and answers questions as you go. Printed and digital study materials are included. You'll need a good understanding of maths and English to join.

Who this course is for

Kaplan's CIMA BA3 course aims to support you in passing your exam and help you to gain the skills you need for a successful career in accountancy. You'll work through a structured study schedule targeted towards an Objective Test (OT). Your tutor will support and guide you through the course and answer any questions you may have.

Included in our courses are printed copies of our Official CIMA material along with soft copies which can be found on your personalised, online learning portal, MyKaplan (www.mykaplan.co.uk). Also on MyKaplan you will get a range of online resources such as: Subject Overview, Resource Guide, Study Programme, Tutor-led Units, Knowledge Check Tests,Mock Exams and Test Yourself facility.

Our Pass Guarantee means that Kaplan will support you until you pass your exam (T&Cs apply - see website for details).

The BA3 syllabus is split into 4 general areas:

Accounting principles, concepts and regulations (10%) Recording accounting transactions (50%) Preparation of accounts for single entities (30%) Analysis of financial statements (10%)

Entry requirements

No entry requirements, although you will need a good understanding of Maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of cost accounting and how businesses track and control costs.
  • You'll understand how to prepare and interpret management accounting information.
  • You'll learn how budgeting works and how organisations use budgets to plan and control spending.
  • You'll explore the principles of financial accounting and how transactions are recorded.
  • You'll study performance measurement and how businesses assess financial results.
  • You'll build the exam technique needed to pass the CIMA BA2 Objective Test.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Kaplan Milton Keynes. Your tutor leads structured sessions working through the CIMA BA2 syllabus. You'll also have access to a personalised online learning portal, MyK, where digital study materials are available alongside your printed copies. Assessment is by a CIMA Objective Test exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kaplan Milton Keynes will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Management accountant. Analyse costs and support business decisions.
  • Financial analyst. Interpret financial data for planning and forecasting.
  • Accounts assistant. Support day-to-day accounting and reporting tasks.
  • Budget analyst. Help organisations plan and monitor spending.
  • Finance officer. Manage financial records and reporting in an organisation.
  • Cost accountant. Track and control production and operational costs.

What you could study next

  • CIMA BA3 (Management Accounting) - the next paper in the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting, building on the knowledge from BA2.
  • CIMA Operational Level - once you complete the Certificate in Business Accounting, you can progress to the CIMA Professional Qualification at Operational Level.
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting - an alternative route if you want a broader accounting qualification recognised by employers across sectors.

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