HND Accounting
From managing financial data using the very latest computer software to auditing, taxation and law, this course offers you the full range of specialist skills. Accounting is a well respected and rewarding career choice for those seeking a challenge. In addition to giving you an edge within the Accountancy job markets, the HNC/D is a stepping stone to a career in the world of finance. It is also an entry method into the 2nd/3rd year of an Accountancy degree or ACCA, CIMA and other professional bodies.
What You Study
Year 1
- Recording Financial Information
- Preparing Final Accounts
- Using Financial Accounting Software (SAGE)
- Costing
- Management Accounting using Information Technology
Year 2
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Accounting for Specialised Transactions
- Business Taxation
- Management Accounting for Decision Making
- Management Accounting for Planning and Control
Duration and Attendance
- HNC – One Year Full-time or Two Years Part-time (Evening)
- HND – Two Years Full-time
This course is offered as a one year HNC or two year HND. Entry requirements are the same for both.
Entry Requirements
One of the following:
- 1 Higher in a relevant subject and 4 Standard Grades at Grade 2 or above
- NC Business Level 5
- Industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
Further Study
After HNC:
- 2nd year HND Accounting, Adam Smith College (dependant on subjects/credits achieved)
After HND:
- 3rd Year BA Accounting with Finance, Adam Smith College
- 3rd Year BA Business Administration, Adam Smith College
- 3rd Year BA Business Studies, Adam Smith College
- ACCA/CIMA/CIPVA/CAT
Career Opportunities
After HNC:
- Accounts/Audit Assistant
- Credit Controller
- Book Keeper
- Sales Ledger/Purchase Ledger Clerk
After HND:
- Accountant
- Financial Controller
- Financial Analyst
This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.
| Full Time |
1st Year |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (Priory Campus) |
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| Full Time |
2nd Year |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Kirkcaldy (Priory Campus) |
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|
While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is
subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.