Diploma in Finance & Accounting (DFA)-Self-Paced

The Diploma in Finance & Accounting (DFA) program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of financial and accounting principles, essential for managing business performance and making informed financial decisions. This program covers key financial concepts such as financial statement analysis, budgeting, capital management, financial leverage, and investment decisions.
Participants will develop the ability to analyze financial statements, evaluate costs, manage cash flow, and make strategic financial decisions that align with business goals. The program also includes in-depth coverage of financial management techniques, including time value of money, break-even analysis, and capital budgeting.
The curriculum combines theoretical insights with practical applications, ensuring that participants gain real-world experience and the ability to apply their knowledge to business challenges. Upon completion, participants will have the financial and accounting expertise needed to improve business performance, enhance profitability, and make sound financial decisions.

- Understand the Fundamentals of Managerial Economics – Develop a solid foundation in business and economic decision-making.
- Analyze Financial Statements – Learn how to assess the financial health of an organization.
- Manage Costs and Control Budgets – Develop methods to monitor costs and improve profitability.
- Apply Investment Decision Rules – Learn how to evaluate and select investment opportunities.
- Understand the Time Value of Money – Develop skills to calculate present and future value for financial decisions.
- Manage Financial Leverage and Capital Structure – Learn how to use debt and equity to optimize business performance.
- Develop Capital Budgeting Techniques – Learn how to assess long-term investment opportunities.
- Optimize Cash Flow Management – Develop strategies to improve cash flow and liquidity.
- Manage Corporate Income Tax – Understand tax planning and compliance strategies.
- Make Dividend and Financing Decisions – Learn how to create effective dividend and financing policies.

M-1 Managerial Economics

M-2 Generational Forms of Business

M-3 Financial Statements, Analysis and Information

M-4 Understanding Costs

M-5- Break-Even Analysis

M-6 Budgeting and Control

M-7 Cals Flow Statement

M-8 Organization, Objectives & Decisions

M-9 Corporate Income Tax

M-10 Time Value of Money

M-11 Investment Decision Rules

M-12 Capital Budgeting Techniques

M-13 Operating and Financial Leverage

M-14 Cost of Debt

M-15 Cost of Capital

M-16 Dividend, Policy, and Decision Making

Pre-Course Assignment

16 Practical Focus Module
1 Reference Book
Post Completion:
- Electronic Certificate
- Digital Badge via Credly.com
- Printed Certificate available

Financial Analysis and Reporting

Competence in preparing and interpreting financial statements.

Cost Management

Proficiency in controlling business costs and improving efficiency.

Investment Analysis

Skill in evaluating and selecting investment opportunities.

Budgeting and Forecasting

Competence in creating and managing business budgets.

Capital Structure Management

Ability to manage financial leverage and optimize capital structure.

Tax Planning and Compliance

Skill in understanding and managing corporate income tax obligations.

Cash Flow Management

Expertise in managing cash flow and liquidity.

Strategic Financial Decision-Making

Ability to align financial decisions with business objectives.

Upon completing the program, participants will be able to:

Develop and analyze financial statements to evaluate business performance.
Apply cost management techniques to improve profitability.
Manage budgets effectively to control business expenses.
Assess and select investment opportunities based on financial analysis.
Implement capital budgeting techniques to support business growth.
Develop financing strategies using debt and equity.
Manage cash flow to improve liquidity and business operations.
Ensure compliance with corporate income tax regulations.
Develop dividend policies to maximize shareholder value.
Use financial leverage to enhance business performance and reduce financial risks.

Features:

Features:
Duration: 6 Months
Modules: 16 Modules
Short Video Materials: Yes
Mode of Learning: Self-Paced

Exam Method:
Number of Exams: 08 (Two Modules has One Exam)

Number of Questions: 20 MCQ Questions + 2 Written Questions (Each Exam)
MCQ Question Mark: 2 * 20=40
Written Question Mark: 30 * 2= 60
Exam Duration: 60 Minutes
Total Marks: 100 (Each Exam)
Pass Mark: 50%

Assignment:

Total Assignments:
1 Pre-Course Assignment (Learning Purpose)
1 Capstone Projects
- Each Assignment Marks: 300
- Pass Mark: 50%

Name: James Mwangi
Designation: Financial Analyst
Country: Kenya
"The course provided me with a better understanding of financial statements and how to use them to improve business performance."

Name: Abigail Mensah
Designation: Accounting Manager
Country: Ghana
"Learning about cash flow management and cost control helped me manage business expenses more effectively."

Name: David Banda
Designation: Investment Officer
Country: South Africa
"The capital budgeting and investment analysis module gave me the confidence to recommend profitable investment opportunities."

Name: Sarah Okeke
Designation: Financial Controller
Country: Nigeria
"Understanding the time value of money improved my ability to plan long-term financial strategies."

Name: Joseph Kamau
Designation: Business Consultant
Country: Tanzania
"Learning about dividend policy and capital structure management helped me improve business profitability."

FAQ

Q. Is there any LIVE class?
A. There will be no LIVE session as it is a self-paced program.

Q. What are the entry requirements?
A. Grade -10, SSC, O-Levels or higher degree is acceptable. Work experience can be taken into consideration but not mandatory. To check your eligibility, contact us at support@worldacademyuk.com.

Q. How Long is this Program?
A. 6 Months

Q. Will there be any books, materials etc.?
A. YES, you will be provided with e-book, study materials & video tutorials.

Q. How are learners assessed?
A. Learners are assessed through assignments that demonstrate their knowledge and understanding. All units within the qualification are assessed via exams and tasks, which are externally verified by the awarding organization.

Q. Are there any other fees?
A. NO, there are no other fees.

Q: Is it globally accepted?
A: Yes, the qualification awarding body is ProfQual-UK and also this course is accredited by SHRM-USA & ATD-USA for recertification credit point.

Q. What is the Payment Mode?
A. The available options are as follows:
- We accept Online Payment by VISA Card & MasterCard.
- We also accept Western Union/MoneyGram.
- Bank Transfer - Euro/USD payment
- PayPal payment

Q. Will certificate be issued?
A. Yes, you will receive E-Certificate, Digital Badge & Printed Certificate.

Q: Will certificate be issued by ProfQual-UK?
A: Yes, Certificate and Transcript will jointly be issued by “ProfQual-UK”.

Q: Is the exam system also online?
A: Yes, the exam is also online-based.

Email us your question: support@worldacademyuk.com

Diploma in Finance & Accounting (DFA)-Self-Paced