The Distance Learning Course

Each lesson within the course begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation of its place in the overall programme of study.

Effective learning is encouraged throughout the course by the use of frequent activities and self-assessment questions.

There are four tutor-marked assignments and a practice exam paper.

Key Topics

• Principles of cost accounting
• Collection of information
• Analysis of information
• Forecasting
• Variance analysis
• Budgetary planning
• Budgetary control
• Performance measurement
• Decision-making
• Cost management

The Syllabus

The course has been written to match the Paper 7 (Higher Level) syllabus set by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. This is the equivalent of NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Level 4 and it is recognised throughout the worlds of business and industry as a required professional standard.

Assessment is by one written paper

Special Requirements

It is assumed that you have already mastered all the skills required for Paper 2: Information for Management Control and Paper 4: Accounting for Costs. But some relevant topics will be covered again in this module.