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Overview
The Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance is a postgraduate-level qualification designed for professionals and aspiring leaders who want to develop advanced expertise in accounting, financial management, strategic decision-making, and corporate finance. Equivalent to a Master's degree level qualification, this diploma equips learners with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in senior finance, accounting, and business leadership roles.
Whether you are looking to enhance your professional credentials, progress to postgraduate study, or secure a leadership position within the finance sector, this qualification provides a flexible and recognised pathway to career advancement.
Equivalent to the RQF Level 7, which is academically equivalent to master level of bachelor’s degree.
Benefits of Doing a Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance Online
Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance online offers learners a flexible, accessible, and career-focused route to advancing their skills within the sector. Key benefits include:
- Flexible Learning
- Learners can study at their own pace and schedule, making it easier to balance education with work, family responsibilities, or other commitments. Online learning platforms allow students to access course materials anytime and from anywhere.
- Cost-Effective
- Online learning removes the need for travel, accommodation, and other campus-related expenses, making education more affordable.
- Access to Quality Resources
- Students gain access to interactive digital learning materials, recorded lectures, case studies, and dedicated tutor support through an online learning portal.
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- The qualification develops essential leadership and management skills, supporting progression into supervisory and career roles within the finance sector.
Course Delivery
The qualification is delivered fully online through:
- Virtual Learning Platform: Access to study materials and resources 24/7.
- Tutor Support: Regular guidance via email, online forums,
- Independent Study: Learners study at their own pace with structured guidance.
- Obtain assignment: marking and feedback.
- Online Assessments: Assignments, projects, and portfolios submitted on LSM.
- Acquire: Assignment briefing, study lesson plan
- Receive excellent-quality study notes.
- Receive dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
Course Quick Summary (Ofqual Regulated UK Qualification)
- Study Mode: 100% Online, Self-paced
- Accreditation: OTHM Qualifications
- Duration: 5-7 months
- Assessment: Assignment-based (No Exams)
- Requirements: Open access / Career experience
- Tutor Support: Unlimited academic tutor guidance
Modules
The Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance consist of 6 mandatory unit of 120 credits.
Units are mandatory
Unit 1 Investment Analysis (20 credits)
- Understand different types of securities.
- Understand the regulation of security trading and new issues in world markets.
- Be able to apply principles of investment theory, securities and market analysis.
Unit 2 Corporate Reporting (20 credits)
- Understand the accounting and finance regulatory framework.
- Understanding accounting concepts, principles and theories.
- Be able to prepare and interpret accounting information.
Unit 3 Global Finance and Strategy (20 credits)
- Understand different types and trading of securities.
- Understand the impact of the global business environment on national and multinational business organisations.
- Be able to construct strategies that will result in the enhancement of organisational value.
Unit 4 Strategic Financial Management (20 credits)
- Understand the significance of strategic management and decision making to the performance of a business organisation
- Understand key financial theories.
- Be able to apply stakeholder analysis and corporate valuation techniques
Unit 5 Strategic Audit (20 credits)
- Understand historic and current auditing processes and procedures.
- Understand the importance of legal and professional requirements when completing an audit.
- Be able to design appropriate business research methodologies.
Unit 6 Business Research Methods (20 credits)
- Be able to identify research problems and formulate research objectives.
- Understand how to review the literature on a research topic.
- Be able to design appropriate business research methodologies.
Entry Requirements
- To study a The Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business learner must be aged of 19 and above.
- No formal educational qualifications are required to study this qualification.
Qualifications
OTHM's objective is the creation and conferral of high-quality certifications that combine strict educational requirements and professional relevance. OTHM is acknowledged as an Awarding Organisation by Ofqual, the qualifications regulator for England, guaranteeing that all its programmes adhere to high regulatory standards. OTHM aligns with worldwide quality frameworks, allowing global recognition of its certifications while ensuring consistency, integrity, and excellence in its awarding processes.
Assessment requirements
- Assessment is via assignment submission only.
- No Exams
Average completion timeframe (Course Duration)
- The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 5-7 months.
- Learners are granted a maximum of two years’ access to complete the course from the date of enrolment.
Progression – The Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Successful completion of the qualification allows learners to progress in several ways:
1. Higher Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programmes
- MSc Accounting and Finance
- MSc Financial Management
- MSc International Business
- MSc Corporate Finance
- Master's Degree Top-Up Programmes
- Postgraduate Research Programmes
- Doctoral (Level 8) Study, subject to university entry requirements
Many universities recognise the Level 7 Diploma as a suitable entry route to Master's degree and postgraduate programmes.
2. Employment Opportunities
The qualification helps learners prepare for roles such as:
- Management Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Accounts Manager
- Business Development Executive
- Payroll Manager
- Finance Officer
- Operations Manager
- Business Consultant
The qualification develops practical leadership, analytical, and financial management skills highly valued across business sectors.
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