Professional Diploma in Finance & Accounting (PDFA)-Self Paced

The Professional Diploma in Finance & Accounting (PDFA) is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of finance and accounting. The course provides in-depth knowledge of financial management, corporate accounting, cost and management accounting, and financial reporting to enable participants to make informed business decisions and improve financial performance.
This program is ideal for finance professionals, accountants, business analysts, and corporate managers who seek to develop their skills in financial planning, cost control, budgeting, and corporate governance. Through a combination of theoretical concepts and practical applications, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to manage financial operations, evaluate financial performance, and develop strategic financial plans.

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the foundational principles of finance and accounting.
- Develop skills in corporate finance and financial management.
- Analyze and interpret financial statements and business performance.
- Apply cost accounting and management accounting techniques to improve business operations.
- Develop and implement financial strategies to improve profitability.
- Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
- Implement internal controls and fraud detection measures.
- Apply effective budgeting and financial forecasting methods.
- Use financial data to develop and implement strategic business decisions.
- Analyze and manage financial risks within an organizational framework.

M-1: Generational forms of Business

M-2: Organization, Objectives & Decisions

M-3: Introduction to Accounting

M-4: Introduction to FM

M-5: Fundamentals of Corporate Accounting

M-6: Role and Functions of Accountant in Organization

M-7: Recording and Classifying Business Transaction

M-8: Preparation of Final Accounts & Related Matters

M-9: Intro to Corp Finance

M-10: Cost of Capital

M-11: Financial Reporting & Statement for Organization

M-12: Cash and Fund Flow

M-13: Introduction of cost accounting

M-14: Introduction to Management Accounting

M-15: Activity Based Costing

M-16: Budget and Budgetary Control

M-17: International Financial Reporting Standards

M-18: Consolidation and Business Combinations

M-19: Accounting for Derivatives and Hedging

M-20: Financial Reporting Ethics and Compliance

M-21: Mergers & Acquisitions

M-22: Time Value of Money

M-23: Operating and Financial Leverage

M-24: Dividend-Policy & Decisions

M-25: Good Governance for Corporate

M-26: Introduction to Internal Auditing

M-27: Control Concepts and Frameworks

M-28: Internal Controls and Fraud Detection

M-29: Cost Volume Profit (CVP) Analysis

M-30: Budgeting & Forecasting

M-31: Performance Measurement & Variance Analysis

M-32: Pricing Strategies & Revenue Management

Pre-Course Assignment

32 Practical Focus Module
02 Reference Book
Post Completion:
- Electronic Certificate
- Digital Badge via Credly.com
- Printed Certificate Available
- Printed Transcript Available

- Financial Management
  - Managing business funds and financial performance.
- Accounting Principles
  - Understanding and applying financial and managerial accounting standards.
- Cost Control
  - Developing and implementing cost reduction strategies.
- Investment Analysis
  - Evaluating investment opportunities and returns.
- Financial Planning
  - Developing budgets, financial forecasts, and strategic plans.
- Corporate Governance
  - Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
- Financial Risk Management
  - Identifying and mitigating financial risks.
- Performance Measurement
  - Evaluating business performance using key financial indicators.

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.
Develop and implement cost control measures.
Use financial data to support business decisions and improve performance.
Apply corporate finance and investment analysis techniques.
Develop and manage financial budgets and forecasts.
Ensure compliance with corporate governance and financial reporting standards.
Identify and mitigate financial risks.
Apply managerial accounting techniques to improve business efficiency.
Develop and implement pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
Improve financial performance through strategic business planning.

Features:

Features:
Duration: 6 Months
Modules: 32
Short Video Materials: Yes
Mode of Learning: Self-Paced

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 gave me deep insights into financial management and accounting. I now feel more confident in managing financial reports and cost control."

Name: Sarah Okeke
Designation: Finance Manager
Country: Nigeria
"The financial analysis techniques I learned have significantly improved my ability to make strategic business decisions."

Name: Joseph Kamau
Designation: Business Consultant
Country: Tanzania
"The course helped me develop a deeper understanding of corporate finance and cost management strategies."

Name: Abigail Mensah
Designation: Financial Controller
Country: Ghana
"The course's focus on cost management and financial reporting improved my ability to manage business finances effectively."

Name: David Banda
Designation: Operations Manager
Country: South Africa
"Understanding financial strategy and cost control has helped me align financial goals with business performance."

Exam Guideline

Exam Method:
Number of Exams: 08 (Each unit 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%

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Professional Diploma in Finance & Accounting (PDFA)-Self Paced