Ayr Campus, Kilmarnock Campus, Kilwinning Campus
The demand for skilled professionals in accounting and business is soaring. This course opens doors to a variety of roles, from finance to HR. You'll be industry-ready in no time. This course is ideal if you wish to develop your understanding of a range of areas such as accounting and finance, office administration and IT, and general business practices. You’ll get first hand experience with the a range of relevant ICT packages, which will prepare you for further study or move into employment.
You’ll begin by looking at large business organisations, including those operating globally. You’ll explore different business sectors, business objectives, and what impacts business success. You’ll look at what’s involved in the successful management of marketing and operations, including market research, the marketing mix, quality control, and production methods. You’ll learn how to manage people and finance effectively and develop your IT skills and knowledge.
On the accounting side, you’ll look at basic bookkeeping and learn to use commercial software for accounting purposes, such as creating records for income and expenses or producing management reports.
4 subjects at National 5, preferably including English and Maths, or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 5. Entry subject to interview.
After this, you may have the opportunity to step up to a Level 7 course or dive straight into roles in finance, admin, or customer service.
August
NQ
Full time
18 weeks
Business
6
