Assessment

• All units are assignment-based
• No written examinations
• Internally assessed and externally verified by OTHM
• Learners are assessed against clearly defined learning outcomes

Delivery

• Delivered through online and blended learning
• Flexible study options for full-time and part-time learners
• Tutor guidance and academic support provided throughout the programme

• Gain a UK-recognised OFQUAL regulated qualification
• Academic Progression & “Advanced Entry”
• The most significant academic benefit is the ability to skip the first year of university.
  • Direct Entry to Year 2: Upon successful completion, you can progress directly into the second year of a related Bachelor’s degree (such as BSc Accounting or Business Management) at various UK and international universities.
  • Cost Savings: Completing Level 4 with LCHS is often significantly cheaper than paying full university tuition fees for the first year.
  • Higher Education Bridge: For learners who may not have traditional A-Levels or high enough UCAS points, this diploma serves as a recognized pathway into higher education.
• Flexible learning options suitable for international and working learners
• Assignment-based assessment with no exam pressure

By completing this programme, learners will develop skills in:

1. Technical Finance

• Bookkeeping & Reporting: Preparing financial statements (Balance Sheets, P&L) and maintaining accurate ledgers.

• Management Accounting: Using cost analysis and budgeting to help a business plan its future spending.

2. Analytical & Strategic

• Data Analysis: Using quantitative methods and statistics to forecast trends and support business decisions.

• Economic Awareness: Understanding how interest rates, inflation, and global markets affect a company’s bottom line.

3. Management & Leadership

• Team Supervision: Learning how to lead, motivate, and manage the performance of a department.

• Business Ethics: Operating within legal and professional frameworks to ensure financial integrity.

4. Professional Execution

• Report Writing: Crafting logical, evidence-based business documents for stakeholders.

• Critical Thinking: Evaluating complex information to solve operational problems effectively.

Level 4 is a critical stepping stone toward becoming a fully qualified Chartered Accountant. Many professional bodies recognize this diploma, allowing you to bypass entry-level exams.

• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants): You can start the ACCA qualification with a strong foundation, and in some cases, apply for exemptions from the initial “Applied Knowledge” papers.

• CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants): Since Level 4 covers Management Accounting, it prepares you for the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting.

• AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians): You can transition into the AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma to gain “MAAT” status.