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Level 7 Accountancy or Taxation Professional Course in Gateshead – Access Training Gateshead

CostEmployer funded
Duration36 months
LevelLevel 7
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCIMA

Funded through an apprenticeship or your employer. This course is only available with funding. Contact Access for more info.

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About this course

Level 7 Accountancy or Taxation Professional Course in Gateshead. Classes run at Access Training Gateshead, part-time during the day. Funding comes through your employer's apprenticeship levy or through employer co-investment, so fees may apply depending on your employer's situation. This is a 36-month apprenticeship aimed at professionals working in management accounting, business finance, and financial analysis. You'll develop strategic financial management skills, sharpen your decision-making, and build the expertise needed for senior finance roles. Entry requirements vary depending on your existing qualifications, including AAT Level 4 or a relevant degree.

Who this course is for

This apprenticeship is aimed at those seeking to progress their career in management accounting and business finance. It's particularly suitable for professionals working in or aspiring to work in roles such as financial analysts, business analysts, management accountants, and finance managers. The qualification is ideal for those who want to develop strategic thinking, financial management, and decision-making skills that are key to leading businesses. People typically pursue CIMA if they want to work in sectors like banking, consulting, manufacturing, or any large organisation where financial strategy and business insights are critical.

Entry requirements

If you're qualified to AAT level 4, you're exempt from the Certificate in Business Accounting level and can start at the Professional Operational level straight away. If you’re a graduate with an accountancy or finance degree, you may be eligible to start at the Professional Strategic level. You will need to provide your certificates to apply for exemptions directly on the CIMA website. You must have gained your qualification with the last 7 years to be eligible for a CIMA exemption.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop strategic financial management skills applied to real business contexts.
  • You'll analyse financial data to support business planning and decision-making.
  • You'll apply management accounting techniques to measure and improve performance.
  • You'll build skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • You'll develop an understanding of taxation principles relevant to professional practice.
  • You'll strengthen your ability to communicate financial insight to senior stakeholders.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Access Training Gateshead, with part-time daytime attendance over 36 months. Assessment is through an End Point Assessment, which is the formal gateway to completing the Level 7 qualification. Your progress will be assessed against professional competencies throughout the programme, with the End Point Assessment confirming your readiness to practise at this level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Access Training Gateshead will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Financial analyst: interpreting data to guide business strategy
  • Management accountant: overseeing budgets, costs, and financial performance
  • Finance manager: leading financial planning across an organisation
  • Business analyst: using financial insight to drive operational decisions
  • Financial controller: managing reporting, compliance, and internal controls
  • Head of finance: senior leadership of a finance function

What you could study next

After completing this Level 7 qualification, you could pursue full CIMA membership by completing any remaining CIMA Professional Qualification requirements, which opens the door to Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) status. You might also consider an MBA or Executive MBA if you want to broaden into general business leadership. For those in tax-focused roles, the Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification offered by the Chartered Institute of Taxation is a recognised next step.

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