Key details
Mode of delivery: Online Course
Course code: AFB21AO
Duration: 1 day
Fee: £732.00 + VAT
CPD Hours: 6
Course Overview
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of accounting, focusing on the purpose and structure of accounting records. Participants will understand why financial reporting standards are essential, ensuring clarity, consistency, and transparency in financial communication. The session lays the foundation for understanding how accounting information supports decision-making and organisational transparency.
Agenda
Accounting Basics
- An introduction to accounting
- The purpose and format of accounting records
- Why we use financial reporting standards
Course Review
- Summary And Recap Of Key Learning Objectives
- Action Planning
Target Audience
- Finance Officers and Assistants
- Junior to Mid-Level Accountants
- Business Analysts
- Budgeting and Planning Professionals
- Operational Managers seeking financial skills
- Newly appointed Finance Managers
- Non-finance professionals who need to understand financial documents
- Small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to improve financial literacy
- Public sector and NGO staff with budget or financial oversight roles
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to implement a successful strategy that enables you to:
- Understand the basic principles and concepts of accounting.
- Explain the purpose and format of accounting records and their importance in business.
- Identify the role and benefits of Financial Reporting Standards in ensuring consistency and comparability.
Course dates
Feb 9, 2026
Jun 29, 2026
Oct 26, 2026
