Internal Control and Accounting Systems
Course: Short Course
Mode: Distance
Study Period: up to 6 months
Course Code: ATSAIC
Price before bursary:
R9,167
Price after bursary:
R5,500
Monthly
Payment Plan
R550
per month
[over 10 months]
Registration fee:
R920
Course Overview
AT(SA) is a competency-based accountancy qualification and membership designation offered by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), the foremost accountancy institute in South Africa. The Certificate in Accounting is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to excel as Accounting Technicians. This single module carries credits towards the Certificate: Accounting Technician (SAQA 80189, NQF level 5).
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role of accounting within the organisation
- Understand the importance and use of internal control systems
- Be able to identify and use the appropriate accounting system to meet specific organisational requirements
- Evaluate the accounting system and identify areas of improvement
- Make recommendations to improve the accounting system
Study period: up to 6 months
Course Material
The course fees include a comprehensive textbook (electronic and print) which includes exercises and review questions. Students also have access to the atMyConnect portal for revision tests.
Assessment
Each Module will be assessed through an online exam offered at an accredited examinations centre. Examination fees included (first attempt only, thereafter re-write fees apply)
Award
Students who have successfully completed this study Module will receive a statement of results indicating the credits achieved. Credits achieved in this Module accumulate towards the Certificate: Accounting Technician (SAQA 80189, NQF level 5) awarded by the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET). To ensure ongoing professional development, this qualification leads to Accounting Technician membership of SAICA.
Entry Requirements
Learners accessing this qualification must be competent in language, literacy, communication and mathematical literacy at NQF level 4.
Accreditation
Academy of York is accredited as an Academic Provider of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) to deliver the Accounting Technician qualifications. Academic Provider Number: ATAY0070/0223.
What our past students said
“As for me, I was very excited to study with Academy of York. It was easy because every difficult step I was facing the fanatical student support was with me. I’m proud to be studying with Academy of York am willing to continue with another course.”
Bheki Makhubu
“The course is suitable for students who are employed and don’t have enough time to attend classes. For me, A.O.Y went the extra mile in making sure I was enjoying my studies. Thank you!”
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