Practical Bookkeeping - Intermediate

ICB Certificate in Bookkeeping

Institute of Certified Bookkeepers

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Course Details

Bookkeepers are a necessity for every business so it’s no surprise that the bookkeeping profession is continually growing.  Whilst bookkeeping is demanding and challenging, it is also exciting and rewarding too.  Practical bookkeeping is about assessing and knowing how a business works and then providing the relevant advice and figures to assess the financial position of the business.

The Practical Bookkeeping Intermediate course allows you to master the world renowned “Double Entry” method of maintaining accounts.

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Qualifications

Completion of the course allows you to obtain the industry recognized qualifications through the ICB (Institute of Certified Bookkeepers).  You will attain Level 1 (an exam sat at home) and Level 2 (an exam sat at an external exam centre).

The ICB is the world’s largest bookkeeping association with over 150,000 members. 

Along with an extra qualification you will be demonstrating your commitment to own development and ambitions.  The course doesn’t just cater for those looking for a career in bookkeeping, it will also provide you with the knowledge to keep your own accounts if you run your own business.



Study Plan
  • Double entry procedure
  • Capital and Revenue expenditure and income
  • Credit control, Discounts & Pricing
  • Day Books
  • Trial Balance
  • VAT Registered Businesses
  • The Journal
  • Suspense account
  • The Cash Book and Petty Cash Imprest system
  • Bank Reconciliation and control accounts
  • Preparation of Final Accounts
  • Accruals and Prepayments
  • Depreciation
  • Provision for doubtful debts
  • Practical Bookkeeping entries for year end adjustments

There are optional assignments at the end of each subject matter.  You can then submit your assignments to your personal tutor to obtain helpful feedback and advice on how you are progressing.



Assignments

There are optional assignments at the end of each subject matter. You can then submit your assignments to your personal tutor to obtain helpful feedback and advice on how you are progressing.



Study Details

The course has been designed in a logical order so not only can you learn at a pace comfortable to you but so you can build on the knowledge you have already gained when you move onto the next topic. The duration of the Practical Book-keeping Intermediate course should amount to approximately 120 hours of study time.

Careers

With this course you'll be able to apply for jobs as a Book-keeper and could earn £13,000 - £20,000* per annum.

*Source: Hays Accountancy and Finance Salary Guide 2007

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