Certificate in finance, accounting and business

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1 Certificate in finance, accounting and business ADVANCE YOUR CAREER BUSINESS WITH confidence icaew.com/cfab Fast track your career

2 Knowledge for today s BUSINESS environment The Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (Cfab) will give you practical and essential knowledge that can be used in any industry or financial arena. The certificate is made up of six modules: Business and Finance; Management Information; Accounting; Law; Assurance; and Principles of Taxation. These are the same six modules as the first stage of ICAEW s leading business and finance qualification, the ACA. Who is CFAB ideal for? CFAB is the perfect choice, whether you are: seeking general knowledge in finance, accounting and business; considering accountancy or finance as a career; studying for a degree or undertaking an internship, summer break or a gap year; working in, or supporting a professional or financial service firm or the public sector; in a senior non-finance role with a need to understand the fundamentals of finance; keeping your career options open; or returning to work. SUPPoRT while you study We have a wide range of services and resources to help you while you study for CFAB. An online student community where you can share your experiences and learning with other students around the world. A dedicated CFAB student area on our website where you will find sample assessments, articles from the examiners, syllabus information and details about your computer-based assessments. Free e-membership to one of our world-class ICAEW faculties, for one year. Student offers and discounts. Our student support team is here to help you with advice and guidance while you study. You will also receive the CFAB e-newsletter, CFAB Connected to ensure you re kept up to date with all the latest CFAB news and study advice. CFAB Ambition supporting your career development Develop your skills and update your technical knowledge using the new online support scheme, CFAB Ambition. Find out more at icaew.com/cfabambition After one year of studying for CFAB, I can actually see the bigger picture of the business world and I ve also learnt a lot about myself. I believe CFAB will be my next ticket for my journey into the competitive business world and one step closer to ICAEW membership. Adam Malik Sunway University College Student, Malaysia Advance your career

3 STUdYINg for CFAB offers many benefits Study at your own pace, using the method of learning that suits you (classroom tuition, self-study or distance learning). Credit for prior learning is available for up to five modules (the Accounting module is compulsory). With these credits, it may only take a few months for you to complete CFAB. Without credits, CFAB is achievable in less than 12 months. CFAB could be used as a stepping stone to the ACA and a successful career in finance, accounting and business. The computer-based assessments can be taken at any time of year and at assessment centres around the world. Gain broad knowledge in finance, accounting and business that is relevant to a wide range of careers and sectors. There are no formal academic entry requirements to study for CFAB. Modules can be taken in any order, either to suit your work commitments or personal preference. On successful completion of CFAB, you will receive a certificate of achievement from ICAEW, a world-class professional accountancy body. Fast icaew.com/cfab track your career

4 CHooSE WHAT WORKS FOR YOU CFAB is a popular choice with both individuals and employers because of the study options and flexibility to complete the modules in any order and at a speed that suits you. Depending on your preferred learning style and existing commitments, you can choose a method of learning that really works for you. Learning OPTIONS Classroom tuition Distance learning Blended learning Self study Delivered in a classroom environment where you will have the opportunity to network with like-minded peers and ask questions of experienced tutors. Tuition is available in many countries around the world. If you are unable to attend classes, but would value the support of a tutor and peer-to-peer learning, distance learning uses a mixture of tutor sessions and self-study support. You can choose to undertake a mixture of learning options on a module-by-module basis, depending on how much support you feel you need. If you prefer, you can study the CFAB modules on your own, using the ICAEW learning materials that are available directly from our distributors. Please visit icaew.com/cfablearning to find out more about these study options. ASSESSmENT You can take CFAB computer-based assessments at many assessment centres worldwide. There are no set dates, so you can sit them once you are ready. You can choose to sit one assessment at a time, or group them together. The assessment for each module lasts one and a half hours and your results will be available 24 hours later. Advance your career

5 I would definitely consider offering CFAB to our employees and not just to finance staff. It appears to be a very flexible choice of study with the backing of an excellent international reputation. It will give a good level of core finance education which is useful to have whatever your role in an organisation with an option of committing to the full ACA qualification should the student want to do so. Chris Parsons Executive Director, Morgan Stanley, Russia icaew.com/cfab

6 PRAcTIcal and essential knowledge THE six CFAB modules BUSINESS and FINANce ManagemENT INFormATIon AccoUNTINg (ComPUlsoRY) Law ASSURANce PRINcIPlES of TaxATIon BUSINESS and FINANce Business objectives and functions Business and organisational structures The role of finance The role of the accountancy profession Governance, sustainability, corporate responsibility and ethics External environment ManagemENT INFormATIon Costing and pricing Budgeting and forecasting Performance management Management decision making AccoUNTINg (ComPUlsoRY) Maintaining financial records Adjustments to accounting records and financial statements Preparing financial statements Law The impact of civil law on business and professional services Company and insolvency law The impact of criminal law on business and professional services The impact of law in the professional context ASSURANce The concept, process and need for assurance Internal controls Gathering evidence on an assurance engagement Professional ethics PRINcIPlES of TaxATIon Objectives and types of tax Ethics and administration Income tax and national insurance contributions Capital gains tax and corporation tax on chargeable gains Corporation tax VAT Advance your career

7 How to register Register today at icaew.com/cfab If you have any further questions, please contact us: E [email protected] T +44 (0) Life after CFAB CFAB may help you decide that a career in business, finance or accountancy is what you re looking for. If this sounds like you then ICAEW s premier finance and business qualification, the ACA is the next step for you. icaew.com/careers PRIce There s a one-off registration fee of VAT. This price doesn t include tuition as this varies by provider and learning style. Each computer-based assessment will cost 65 per module. ICAEW learning materials cost 30 per subject. Each learning materials study pack consists of a study manual and question bank. CFAB AMBITION The online support scheme for current CFAB students and holders of CFAB is available for an annual fee of 50 + VAT. Find out more at icaew.com/cfabambition Fast icaew.com/cfab track your career

8 ICAEW qualifications and development programmes For more information on the suite of qualifications and development programmes from ICAEW, visit icaew.com/learning or call: UK T +44 (0) China T Europe T +32 (0) Hong Kong T Malaysia T +6 (03) Middle East T +971 (0) Russia T +44 (0) South East Asia T As a world-class professional accountancy body, ICAEW provides leadership and practical support to over 134,000 members in more than 160 countries, working with governments, regulators and industry to maintain the highest standards. Our members provide financial knowledge and guidance based on the highest technical and ethical standards. They are trained to challenge people and organisations to think and act differently, to provide clarity and rigour, and so help create and sustain prosperity. ICAEW ensures these skills are constantly developed, recognised and valued. Because of us, people can do business with confidence. ICAEW Chartered Accountants Hall Moorgate Place London EC2R 6EA UK T +44 (0) E [email protected] icaew.com/cfab 2010 ICAEW 2010 LPDPLN9556