Accounting A' level

The study area AM (Advanced) Accounting is informed by the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). The Edexcel International A’Level Accounting is informed by Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

The syllabus is based on local legislation and International Financial Reporting Standards.

At the end of the programme, the student would have developed:

• an understanding of the importance of effective accounting information systems and an awareness of their limitations through a critical consideration of current financial issues and modern business practices
• an understanding of the purposes, principles, concepts and techniques of accounting
• transferable skills of numeracy, communication, ICT, application, presentation, interpretation, analysis and evaluation in an accounting context
• an appreciation of the effects of economic, legal, ethical, social, environmental and technological influences on accounting decisions
• methodical and critical thought which would serve as an end in itself, as well as a basis for further study of accounting and other subjects.