Foundations in Accountancy consist of a suite of awards, including certificates, diplomas and a revised Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Qualification.

These flexible awards focus on the core skills of financial accounting and management accounting; and the wider role of the accountant in business at higher levels. The range of awards means employers can pick the level of qualification which most appropriately meets their business needs. For students, it provides flexible entry points with certification awarded at each level, allowing students to develop their education and skills, making them an attractive and relevant choice for employers.

Overview of range of awards

Foundations in Accountancy consists of a suite of awards, including certificates, diplomas and a revised Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Qualification. These flexible awards focus on the core skills of financial accounting and management accounting; and the wider role of the accountant in business at higher levels. The range of awards means employers can pick the level of qualification which most appropriately meets their business needs. In addition, it provides students with flexible entry points with certification awarded at each level, allowing students to tailor the awards, making them an attractive and relevant choice for employers.

Foundations in Accountancy contains the following qualifications:

• Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting - awarded on the completion of exams FA1 and MA1; and Foundations in Professionalism
• Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting - awarded on the completion of exams FA2 and MA2; and Foundations in Professionalism
• Diploma in Accounting and Business - awarded on the completion of exams FAB, FMA and FFA; and Foundations in Professionalism
• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Qualification.