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Accounting

Cambridge Upper Secondary

Why Study Cambridge IGCSE Accounting?

The Cambridge IGCSE Accounting syllabus introduces learners to the theory and concepts of accounting and the ways in which accounting is used in a variety of modern economic and business contexts. Learners focus on the skills of recording, reporting, presenting and interpreting financial information and build an ideal foundation both for further study and for a future career within the profession.

Key concepts covered in the course

  • Understanding the basics of bookkeeping and accounting, including key terms and the accounting equation.
  • Learning the double entry system, ledger accounts, business documents, and books of prime entry.
  • Mastering trial balances, bank reconciliation, control accounts, and error correction.
  • Preparing financial statements for various types of businesses and organisations, including adjustments for accruals, prepayments, and inventory valuation.
  • Calculating and interpreting key accounting ratios, and understanding the use of financial information by different stakeholders.
  • Applying key accounting principles and understanding the influence of international accounting standards and policies.

Prior requirement and hours of study

Cambridge IGCSE Accounting requires about 130 hours of study. The number of hours needed may vary depending on your previous experience of the subject.

We do not expect learners starting this course to have previously studied Accounting.

IGCSE ACCOUNTING

Examinations

Students studying Cambridge IGCSE Accounting take two papers in a single examination series.

Paper 1 Duration Weighting
Multiple Choice 1 hour 15 minutes 30%
Paper 2 Duration Weighting
Structured Written Paper 1 hour 45 minutes 70%

Examination Entry

All students who complete the appropriate courses at Cambridge Online Academy are eligible to sit exams like the International GCSEs or A/AS Levels through Cambridge International. But while students can do all of their learning online at home, we cannot administer exams online. To sit exams, students must travel in person to one of 10,000 Cambridge International Exam Centres located in 160 countries around the globe.

But we’re here to help. We’ll provide you with all the necessary exam codes you need to present to the exam centre, and any other pertinent information you need to know to get your child signed up correctly. Also, as part of the initial information, we provide during the pre-enrolment process, you’ll receive contact information for all the Cambridge International Exam Centres in your area. Once you’ve ensured that the exam centre of your choice offers the specific exam level your child needs, the exam centre will arrange accommodations for your child and give you detailed information on obtaining the results.

Course Fee

The fee for Cambridge International GCSE Accounting can be paid in monthly or termly instalments.

For more information about Fees and Discounts, please click here.

For more information about Cambridge IGCSE Accounting, please click here.

Accounting

Cambridge Advanced

Why Study Cambridge International AS & A Level Accounting?

The syllabus engages students with the relevance and applicability of accounting in real-world contexts. Students will explore the role and responsibilities of the accountant, and study areas such as financial accounting and cost and management accounting.

Studying this subject helps students to understand, apply, analyse and evaluate accounting information to help decision-making in business and communicate information to stakeholders. These transferable skills are an ideal foundation for further study and a career within accounting or related professions.

Key concepts covered in the course

  • Understanding the Role of Accounting: The course enables students to understand accounting as an information system used for monitoring, problem-solving, and decision-making in business contexts.
  • Ethical Framework and Behaviour: The syllabus emphasises the importance of ethical considerations in accounting, including principles such as integrity, objectivity, professional competence, confidentiality, and professional behaviour. It also covers the impact of ethical behaviour on businesses and stakeholders.
  • Preparation of Financial Statements: Students learn to prepare various financial statements for different business entities, including partnerships, clubs and societies, manufacturing businesses, and limited companies, in accordance with international accounting standards.
  • Analysis and Communication of Accounting Information: The course covers how to analyse financial information using key accounting ratios and communicate this information to stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making.
  • Cost and Management Accounting: The syllabus includes topics on cost behaviour, traditional costing methods, and advanced topics like activity-based costing, standard costing, budgeting, and investment appraisal. This knowledge is crucial for planning and controlling business finances.
  • International Recognition and University Acceptance: The Cambridge International AS & A Levels are recognised globally and valued by leading universities, including those in the UK, US, Europe, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. This provides students with opportunities for further education and career advancement.

Prior requirements and hours of study

Cambridge International AS Level Accounting requires about 180 hours of study, and Cambridge International A Level Accounting requires about 360 hours of study. These figures are for guidance only. The number of hours needed may vary depending on your previous experience of the subject.

We recommend that students who are beginning this course should have previously completed a Cambridge International GCSE course in Accounting.

It is also necessary that all A-Level students have IGCSE English Language or the equivalent at Grade C/4 or above.

AS & A LEVEL ACCOUNTING

Examinations

Students studying AS Level Accounting only take two papers out of four in a single examination series.

Students studying A Level Accounting take all four papers.

Paper 1 Duration AS Level A Level
Paper 1 (Multiple Choice) 1 hour 28% 14%
Paper 2 Duration AS Level A Level
Paper 2 (Fundamentals of Accounting) 1 hour 45 minutes 72% 36%
Paper 3 Duration AS Level A Level
Paper 3 (Financial Accounting) 1 hour 30 minutes - 30%
Paper 4 Duration AS Level A Level
Paper 4 (Cost and Management Accounting) 1 hour - 20%

Examination Entry

All students who complete the appropriate courses at Cambridge Online Academy are eligible to sit exams like the International GCSEs or A/AS Levels through Cambridge International. But while students can do all of their learning online at home, we cannot administer exams online. To sit exams, students must travel in person to one of 10,000 Cambridge International Exam Centres located in 160 countries around the globe.

But we’re here to help. We’ll provide you with all the necessary exam codes you need to present to the exam centre, and any other pertinent information you need to know to get your child signed up correctly.

Also, as part of the initial information, we provide during the pre-enrolment process, you’ll receive contact information for all the Cambridge International Exam Centres in your area. Once you’ve ensured that the exam centre of your choice offers the specific exam level your child needs, the exam centre will arrange accommodations for your child and give you detailed information on obtaining the results.

Course Fee

The fee for Cambridge International AS & A Level Accounting can be paid in monthly or termly instalments.

For more information about Fees and Discounts, please click here.

For more information about Cambridge International AS & A Level Accounting, please click here.

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