What skills will I develop in the Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance?

The Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance will help you develop a comprehensive set of skills that are highly valued in the accounting and finance industry, including:

• Strategic financial planning and decision-making capabilities
• Expertise in financial analysis and reporting
• Professional communication and presentation skills
• Advanced auditing and assurance competencies
• Corporate governance and risk management knowledge
• Financial markets and investment analysis skills
• Data-driven decision-making and business performance measurement
• Research and project management competencies

If "What skills will I develop in the Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance?" is shaping your shortlist, use the points below to decide whether the Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance is the right next move.

• Map the Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance outcomes to the role title or promotion you want in the next 12–24 months.
• Skim the module list above — if two or more units excite you, the Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance is usually a strong fit.
• Use the salary outlook and enrolment steps on this page; you do not need to leave to start your application.

Core modules and themes from the Combined Level 6 and Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance:

• Strategic and Global Finance — The aim of this unit is to ensure that the learner can exercise techniques and decide on decisions that add value in terms of corporate finance based on sound theoretical concepts. In addition, the unit helps the learner to present and interpret financial information in a recognised format and to work independently to solve the problems arising within the specified time given. It also endures that the learning can be applied to the practicalcontext.
• Strategic Financial Management — The aim of this unit is to develop learner ability to exercise the techniques and to make value added decisions in terms of corporate strategy and finance based on sound theoretical concepts. Further it enhances the contribution to the formulation of business strategy, creation of comprehensive business development plans, bringing together their specialist accounting and finance skills as well as the strategic management learning of the unit.
• Strategic Auditing — The aim of this unit is to help learners understand the ability to choose and apply suitable investigative techniques to a variety of situations that are simple and non-simple in the accounting environment. The unit provides an emphasis on the aims, objectives and methods of auditors and their contribution to the achievement of a true and fair view on the published accounts
• Ethical Behaviour and Corporate Governance — The aim of this unit is to reveal the sequential development and guideline of accounting and the impact of accounting and finance on the environment, the various stakeholders and on society. The learners will be equipped with the knowledge and skills essential to act as an adviser in relation to the governing authorities in the private, public and charitablesectors
• Corporate Reporting — The aim of this unit is to help learners in the preparation and interpretation of financial statements for a group of companies where they are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and to understand and evaluate the key aspects of accounting theory. On completion of the unit learners will be able to communicate complex numerical and qualitative information effectively and solve problems in a selective and critical manner.
• Financial Analyst — The purpose of this unit is to develop understanding of market equilibrium models, bond valuation and performance evaluation. At the end of this unit learners should be encouraged to make enquiries as to the cause and effect of the impact of current developments in the world’s capital markets on the investment process and critically appraise current thinking on the theories and investments.
• Corporate and Business Law — This aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the concepts and principles of English Corporate and Business Law. The unit will provide learners with the opportunity to apply these concepts and principles to practical situations.
• Business Performance Measurement — The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of performance management techniques. Learners will compare the systems used in profit making and non-profit making organisations. The learners will gain a working knowledge of performance measurement reporting and specialist cost and management accounting techniques.
• Financial Securities Markets — The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of investment theories, securities and market analysis. The learners will gain an understanding of the key legislation and regulation affecting the financial services industry.
• Audit and Assurance — This aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of both internal and external audit principles. Learners will consider current legal and professional requirements and review the risks involved in the external audit process.

Check you are a strong match before you apply:

• This Level 6 + Level 7 Diploma qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression, while maintaining high academic and professional standards. The programme welcomes learners from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Applicants will be expected to meet one or more of the following criteria:
• Learners who possess a qualification at Level 5 or Level 6, such as a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma (HND), bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional qualification; and/or OR
• Learners with substantial managerial or professional work experience, who can demonstrate leadership potential, ambition, and clear career progression goals; In certain circumstances, learners with considerable professional experience but no formal qualifications may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the academic and strategic demands of the programme. The qualification is offered in English.

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2. Pay the £10 application fee — reserves your application and unlocks the next steps.
3. Upload documents and start — once accepted, access the learner portal and begin your modules.

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