Duration

06 – 09 Months

Accreditation

OTHM

Overview

The Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Business aims to provide learners with foundational skills to understand and assess financial information, preparing them for both further study and entry-level employment in the fields of accounting and business.

The emphasis on progression to higher levels of study and employment suggests that the diploma serves as a starting point for individuals aspiring to build a career in accounting and related fields.

Equivalences

Diploma in Accounting and Business qualifications at RQF Level 4 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities, and competencies that are assessed in academic terms as being the equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.

Delivery Methods

To cater to different learning styles and preferences, the London College of Professional Studies (LCPS) offers a range of flexible delivery methods, allowing learners to study in a way that suits their needs and schedules.

Learners will be able to:

  •  Access all course materials – including online modules, study guides, and written assignments.
  •  Receive expert tutor support throughout the course.
  •  Use the LCPS Online Learning Portal – available 24/7, providing a user-friendly platform for all study resources.
  •  Obtain detailed assignment briefings to guide assessment preparation.
  •  Access high-quality study notes designed to support learning and understanding.
  •  Receive assignment feedback and marks to monitor progress and improvement.
  •  Earn a fully accredited UK qualification upon successful completion.
  •  Get dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, or email (Monday to Friday).
  •  Enjoy full academic and administrative support from enrolment to course completion.

Course Delivery

  • Online

Duration

The Diploma in Accounting and Business is available in 2 duration.
  • 06 Months (Fast Track)
  • 09 Months
Learners are granted a maximum of 18 months’ access to complete the course from the date of enrolment.

Accreditation

This Diploma in Accounting and Business Level 4 programme is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body (OTHM) OTHM Logo

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification, learners must possess:
  • Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent qualification
  • Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.

Module Structure

The Diploma in Accounting and Business consists of six mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits.
Unit title Level Credit
Academic Writing and Research Skills 4 20
Business and the Economic Environment 4 20
Principles of Financial Accounting 4 20
Quantitative Methods in a Business Context 4 20
Management Accounting 4 20
Leading and Managing Teams 4 20

University Progressions:

LCPS learners can progress to the following universities: For Example:
  • Coventry University
  • Canterbury Christ Church University
  • Sunderland University
  • Bath Spa University
  • Buckinghamshire University
  • University of Derby
  • University of Northampton
  • Anglia Ruskin University
  • University of Portsmouth
  • and others.

Progression

Learners completing the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Business will progress to:
  • OTHM Level 5 Diplomas, including the Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification
  • Learners will then be eligible to gain direct entry into Year 2 of a three-year UK bachelor’s degree programme.

Assessment

  • Assessment is via assignment submission.
  • No Exams