BUSINESS SCHOOL. Finance & Accounting. Build your future the INTEC way

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1 BUSINESS SCHOOL Finance & Build your future the INTEC way

2 CONTENTS INTEC Business School INTEC Business School INTEC COURSES INTEC Introduction to Financial Certificate INTEC Financial Certificate and Professional Certificate INTEC Introduction to Cost and Management Certificate INTEC Cost and Management Certificate and Professional Certificate INTEC Investment Made Easy Certificate INTEC Local Government Finance Certificate and Professional Certificate INTEC Finance and Money Management Certificate INTEC South African Taxation Certificate ICM Certificate in Credit Management Part 1 ACCOUNTING Certificate: Bookkeeping and Accountancy Certificate: Higher Certificate: Diploma: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING Certificate: Commerce: Financial Higher Certificate: Commerce: Financial Diploma: Commerce: Financial Higher Diploma: Commerce: Financial COST AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING Certificate: Commerce: Cost and Management Higher Certificate: Commerce: Cost and Management Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management Higher Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management CREDIT MANAGEMENT Certificate: Commerce: Credit Management Diploma: Credit Management Higher Diploma: Credit Management ICB QUALIFICATIONS National Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF L3 SAQA ID Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF L4 SAQA ID National Diploma: Technical Financial NQF L5 SAQA ID National Diploma: Financial NQF L6 SAQA ID National Certificate: Public Sector NQF L4 SAQA ID National Diploma: Public Sector NQF L5 SAQA ID INTEC PROGRAMME INTEC Principles of Payroll Administration Certificate BOOKKEEPING COURSES Certificate: Bookkeeping Higher Certificate: Bookkeeping Diploma: Bookkeeping INTEC Bookkeeping I Short Course Certificate INTEC Bookkeeping II Short Course Certificate INTEC Bookkeeping with Pastel Professional Certificate FUNDRAISING Certificate: Fundraising For more than 100 years, we at INTEC College have kept a close involvement with commerce and industry. We are in constant communication with different types of employers working in large companies or small organisations. Despite the massive differences in size and activities of their organisations, employers throughout South Africa all have two things in common: They experience ever-increasing scarcity of educated people in all areas of management. They select, employ and promote people with initiative and determination. Since 1906, over one million students in South Africa have used their initiative and determination to improve their career prospects by studying with INTEC College. INTEC Business School courses are produced by subject matter experts in close collaboration with College staff. The outstanding achievements of our students are evidence of the excellence of our tuition. By taking the initiative to request this brochure, you have shown that you have the ambition to succeed. Now, have the determination to enrol. Whatever course you select, you will be provided with the best tuition available, and you will also be given all the support you need to achieve your goals. NQF Agent Programme INTEC Programme Programme Booster Starter Job Creator Self Enrichment s offered at INTEC College National Qualifications are credit-bearing qualifications registered on the NQF (National Qualifications Framework) and accredited by a Quality Assurance Body, such as a SETA (Sector Education and Training Authority). A skills programme is an accredited component of a national qualification. Agent Programmes are programmes for which INTEC offers tuition, but where INTEC does not issue the final certificate. The Agent body issues the final certificate and manages the final examinations. INTEC Programmes are INTEC s own programmes that are not linked to the NQF and are not credit-bearing. However, they are in high demand and carry the approval of the INTEC Academic Board. INTEC Programmes fall into FIVE categories: INTEC Programmes are INTEC s own programmes that are designed to teach you the skills and knowledge to succeed in a particular career. INTEC Booster courses are continuous professional development (CPD) short courses that help you add to your current professional knowledge in a particular field, and hence boost your abilities within your career. INTEC Starter courses are short courses that introduce you to a particular field or career; and that offer you the opportunity to explore an interest or a skills set without having to enrol on a full programme. INTEC Job Creator courses are designed to refine your skills in a particular field of interest; to teach you how to make a living from a particular skill, interest or hobby, and to help you start your own business. INTEC Self-Enrichment courses are offered for self-enrichment purposes. They will add value to your experience of life in a particular chosen field of interest. 2 3

3 INTEC Introduction to Financial Certificate Course Overview This course will expose you to the basic knowledge of Financial involving the study of a number of bookkeeping and accounting techniques. It focuses on keeping a record of the financial activities of a business. The INTEC Introduction to Financial Certificate is part of the INTEC Starter Series. The INTEC Introduction to Financial Certificate is an INTEC certificate. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or an equivalent, or relevant work experience (2 years). No prior accounting knowledge is needed. Introduction to Financial Introduction to Financial and Business Structures Users of Financial Information Ethics and Concepts Source Documents The Equation and Cycle VAT and Inventory Systems Salaries and Wages The Trial Balance Bank Reconciliations and Cash Final Accounts (Financial Year-End Adjustments) Abbreviated terms and SAGAAP Terminology You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. Starter All assignments are optional, but you will need to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Introduction to Financial Certificate. INTEC Courses in Financial Course Overview If you have a head for figures, and want to gain sound knowledge of Financial where you analyse and use financial information strategically, then these are the perfect courses for you. The Financial Certificate and Professional Certificate are INTEC Programmes. These programmes are approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years) for the Certificate level and the Certificate (in financial accounting), or equivalent for the Professional Certificate level. Certificate Professional Certificate Programme Communication Management I Principles of Business Law Economics Financial I Internal Auditing I OR Cost and Management I Concepts of Management Computing Corporate Law Management II Management III Financial II Financial III Income Tax OR Statistics Cost and Management II OR Internal Auditing II You should be able to complete the Certificate within 12 months, and the Professional Certificate within 24 months. All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 1 formal exam per subject. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Financial Certificate or Professional Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. 4 5

4 INTEC Introduction to Cost and Management Certificate Starter INTEC Courses in Cost and Management Programme Course Overview This course focuses on the basic concepts of Cost accounting dealing more specifically and focusing on the manufacturing operations within a company. You will be exposed to the analysis of departmental accounts and the detail required in obtaining certain cost information. The INTEC Introduction to Cost and Management Certificate is part of the INTEC Starter Series. The INTEC Introduction to Cost and Management Certificate is an INTEC certificate. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or an equivalent, or relevant work experience (2 years). Introduction to Cost and Management The nature of cost The components of cost Job costing Contract costing Process costing The control of cost Computing the standards Standard cost ratios You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. All assignments are optional, but you will need to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Introduction to Cost and Management Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. Course Overview INTEC s Cost and Management courses present an opportunity for you if you want specific exposure to the cost and management accounting side of business. The main purpose of cost and management accounting is to help provide management with valuable information for their decision making. The INTEC Cost and Management Certificate and Professional Certificate are INTEC Programmes. These programmes are approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant working experience (3 years) for the Certificate level and the Certificate (in Cost and Management ), or equivalent for the Professional Certificate level. You should be able to complete the Certificate within 12 months, and the Professional Certificate within 24 months. Certificate Professional Certificate Communication Management I Principles of Business Law Economics Financial I Cost and Management I Concepts of Management Computing Corporate Law Management II Management III Financial II Cost and Management II Cost and Management III Income Tax OR Statistics All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 1 formal exam per subject. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Cost and Management Certificate or Professional Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. 6 7

5 Course Overview Traditionally, South Africans spend more than they save or invest. This course teaches you the principles of investments and aims to assist you in turning a relatively small amount of money into a real nest egg for the future. This course is ideal for the person who wants to learn how to apply sound investment principles in order to get maximum return on their investments. The INTEC Investment Made Easy Certificate is part of the INTEC Self Enrichment series. The INTEC Investment Made Easy Certificate is an INTEC certificate. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). Investment made Easy INTEC Investment Made Easy Certificate You are required to submit assignments to the College for marking and pass them successfully. Self enrichment On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Investment made Easy Certificate. INTEC Courses in Local Government Finance Programme Course Overview Local Government Financial Managers are faced with the challenges of integrating budgets, meeting the basic needs of communities, and managing scarce resources and finances. The INTEC Local Government Finance Certificate and Professional Certificate are INTEC Programmes. These programmes are approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant working experience (3 years) for the Certificate, and INTEC Local Government Finance Certificate, or equivalent for the Professional Certificate level. Certificate Professional Certificate Communication Local Government Management I Financial I Economics Local Government Finance I Local Government Law I OR Principles of Law Concepts of Management Computing Local Government Management II Local Government Management III Local Government Finance II Local Government Finance III Financial II Internal Auditing I Administrative Management You should be able to complete the Certificate within 12 months, and the Professional Certificate within 24 months. All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 1 formal exam per subject. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion, you will receive your INTEC Local Government Finance Certificate or Professional Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. 8 9

6 INTEC Finance and Money Management Certificate Course Overview This programme is designed to provide individuals in the workplace with the necessary financial skills and the ability to work with money. The INTEC Finance and Money Management Certificate is an INTEC Programme. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). Finance and Money Management Basic financial concepts for business Value Added Tax (VAT) The basics of bookkeeping including source documents, journals and ledgers The bank and creditor reconciliation processes How to prepare and interpret financial statements Managing your cash flow, working capital and budgets Finance and Money Management Programme All assignments are optional, but you are required to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Finance and Money Management Certificate. INTEC South African Taxation Certificate Programme Course Overview This programme will teach you about the main aspects of South African tax. Those who are working with Tax and those who are self-employed all need knowledge of taxation. This comprehensive programme outlines many different forms of South African Tax, including Income Tax, VAT, Donations Tax, Estate Duty and more. The INTEC South African Taxation Certificate is an INTEC Programme. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). Taxable Income Gross and exempt income Allowances, allowable deductions and fringe benefits Capital gains tax Employee s tax, provisional tax and assessed taxes Taxation of various individuals and entities Non-residents Sole-proprietorships, partnerships, companies and trusts Completing tax returns Turnover tax General Taxation STC and dividends tax Donations tax Estate duty Value-Added Tax A logical approach to South African tax You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. All assignments are optional, but you are required to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC South African Taxation Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF

7 Course Overview The Institute of Credit Management (ICM) is well renowned for their research and contributions to the Credit industry. ICM has created programmes to adequately focus on core areas of Credit Management in a 4 part programme. Part 1 is the first step to improving your credit management effectiveness and career prospects. The ICM Certificate in Credit Management (Part 1) is an Agent Programme. Grade 12 (Std. 10), or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). Credit Management Part 1 Forms of Credit Sources and the Role of Credit The Internal Credit Environment Introduction to the Basic Law of Contract Supervisory Skills Credit Management Part 1 ICM Certificate in Credit Management Agent (Part 1) Programme You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. All assignments are optional, but you are required to write and pass 1 external exam with the ICM. ICM examinations are written in June and November, and examination timetables must be directly obtained from the ICM. On successful completion of Part 1 of this 4 part Certificate course, you will receive a result letter from the ICM. Certificate: Bookkeeping and Accountancy Qualification: CertBookAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 4 Credits: 120 Bookkeeping and accounting personnel are tasked with recording financial transactions, updating statements and checking financial records for accuracy. The areas of responsibility include handling company s accounts, completing financial statements and reports, as well as possibly handling payroll. The Certificate: Bookkeeping and Accountancy focuses on the knowledge and practical skills required to ensure the effective handling of bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities in the corporate environment. Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent. Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accountancy. Bookkeeping Finance ICM notice: Students are required to register with the ICM as student members and pay the required registration, membership and examination fees. Information regarding the fees is available from INTEC College and ICM s National Office. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership and exam fees. ICM National Office Telephone (011) /1/2 Fax (011) / icm@icmorg.co.za PO Box Fairland, 2030 or 4 Fir Drive, Northcliff Ext 2, Gauteng 12 13

8 Certificate: Higher Certificate: Qualification: CertAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 120 Qualification: HighCertAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 160 Accountants provide specialist services to commercial and non-commercial organisations ensuring that they are financially sound and comply with legal requirements and regulations. Their main areas of work are financial accounting, bookkeeping and business advisory/financial services. The Certificate: supports the skills and competencies required to handle financial accounting and reporting, apply the principles of information management and meet legal framework requirements relevant to commerce and finances. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 4 qualification or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. Certificate:. Financial Bookkeeping Finance specialists serve the purpose of providing support for departmental activities, with specific responsibility for the processing, recording, updating and reconciling of fiscal information in compliance with established policies; providing instructions, recommendations and/or accounting support to other personnel; and analysing expenditures against budget. The Higher Certificate: focuses on knowledge and skills relevant to the accounting and legal frameworks, management information as well as information analysis and the business and auditing frameworks informing this critical business function. The Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. Higher Certificate:. Financial Bookkeeping Financial Management 14 15

9 Diploma: Certificate: Commerce: Financial Qualification: DipAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 240 The Diploma: provides students with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform effectively in the corporate arena. This Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of. As an accountant you will specialise in providing information and advice to managers in large and small businesses and non-commercial organisations. Specific skill sets informed by the programme include accounting skills, legal and management information knowledge, knowledge of the organisational framework, information analysis, taxation, auditing and financial decision-making, as well as knowledge of management accounting techniques. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 24 months. Diploma:. Financial Cost and Management Financial Management Qualification: CertCommFinAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 120 Financial is used to prepare accounting information for people outside the organisation or not involved in the day-to-day operations of the company. Financial accounting is the process of summarising financial data taken from an organisation s accounting records and publishing in the form of annual (or more frequent) reports for the benefit of various stakeholders including suppliers, banks, employees, government agencies, owners and others. The programme enables the necessary acumen in areas such as Management, Marketing, Finances, Economics, Business Communication, Report Writing,, Management Computing and Commercial Law. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 4 qualification or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. Certificate: Commerce: Financial. Financial Financial Management 16 17

10 Higher Certificate: Commerce: Financial Qualification: HighCertCommFinAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 160 Diploma: Commerce: Financial Qualification: DipCommFinAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 240 Finance is the study of the management of money, banking, investment and credit. It involves financial organisations, markets and their effect on the flow of funds within the economy. is the collection, measurement and communication of economic information which is used for planning, reporting and decision-making. The Higher Certificate: Commerce: Financial aims to provide students with the complete range of knowledge required to perform as a financial accountant. This Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of Financial. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. Higher Certificate: Commerce: Financial. Financial Financial Management The Financial Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of technical accounting duties. They are required to supervise and assist in the preparation of a variety of financial reports. The individual ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; oversees assigned tasks and provides technical assistance to the Executive Management of corporate organisations. The skills enabled by the programme support the financial accounting function through the use and application of skills in areas such as Management, Marketing, Finances, Economics, Business Communication and Report Writing,, Management Computing, Auditing and Commercial Law. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 24 months. Diploma in Commerce: Financial. Financial Financial Management 18 19

11 Higher Diploma: Commerce: Financial Qualification: HighDipCommFinAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 360 The Higher Diploma: Commerce: Financial offers a world-class education across a wide range of commerce and financial accounting areas. It offers core units that introduce you to the key principles of commerce, and you will complete majors in accounting and finance. This Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of Financial. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 5 qualification or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 36 months. Higher Diploma: Commerce: Financial. Financial Financial Management Certificate: Commerce: Cost And Management Qualification: CertCommCredMgt (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 120 Cost accounting is a process of collecting, analysing and evaluating various alternative courses of action based on cost efficiency. It provides the detailed cost information that management needs to control current operations whilst planning for the future. The Certificate: Commerce: Cost and Management supports the knowledge and skills applicable to business management, marketing, finance, law, computer literacy, information systems and technology, economics, business communication as well as cost and management accounting. The Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of Cost and Management. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 4 qualification or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. Certificate: Commerce: Cost and Management. Financial Financial Management Cost and Management 20 21

12 Higher Certificate: Commerce: Cost And Management Qualification: HighCertCommFinAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 160 Diploma: Commerce: Cost And Management Qualification: DipComCostMgtAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 240 Financial and enterprise performance management solutions enable the meeting of governance, risk and compliance requirements in the business environment. The Higher Certificate: Commerce: Cost and Management supports the knowledge and skill sets required to perform effectively and progressively in the higher levels of corporate management. The programme enables additional in- depth knowledge in the fields of Cost and Management, Financial, Economics, Management, Law and Business Communication. Practical skills are honed by means of the application of theory to work-related context and examples. Grade 12 (Std 10) or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Higher Certificate: Commerce: Cost and Management. Financial Financial Management Cost and Management Financial and enterprise performance management solutions enable the meeting of governance, risk and compliance requirements in the business environment. The Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management supports the knowledge and skill sets required to perform effectively and progressively in the higher levels of corporate management. The programme offers additional in-depth knowledge in the fields of Cost and Management, Financial, Economics, Management, Law and Business Communication. Practical skills are honed by means of the application of theory to work related context and examples. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 24 months. Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management. Cost and Management Financial 22 23

13 Higher Diploma: Commerce: Cost And Management Qualification: HighDipComCostMgtAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 360 Certificate: Commerce: Credit Management Qualification: CertCommCredMgt (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 120 This Higher Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management programme offers students the opportunity to understand the critical importance of smart decision making in the function of accounting, particularly in today s tough economic climate. The Higher Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management aims to provide the knowledge and practical skills required to perform effectively in the corporate world at the level of senior management. This Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of Cost and Management. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 5 qualification or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 36 months. On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Higher Diploma: Commerce: Cost and Management. Cost and Management Financial Financial Management A credit manager is employed by an organisation to manage the credit department and make decisions concerning credit limits, acceptable levels of risk and terms of payment to their customers. The role of a credit manager is variable in its scope, and can include controlling bad debt exposure and expenses through the direct management of credit terms on the company s ledgers. This position also entails maintaining strong cash flows through efficient collections. The Certificate: Commerce: Credit Management supports the relevant skills and competencies for this type of position through its focus on Legal and Regulatory Requirements, Management Computing, Management, Economics and Finances. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 4 qualification or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. Certificate: Commerce: Credit Management. Creditors Finance 24 25

14 Diploma: Credit Management Higher Diploma: Credit Management Qualification: HighDipComCostMgtAcc (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 240 The Diploma: Credit Management provides students with the knowledge and practical skills required to operate confidently in a Credit Management position, not only in South Africa but also in the global economic environment, to enable them to perform effectively within an organisation. This programme will enable knowledge of the process of controlling and collecting payments from customers efficiently. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 36 months. Diploma: Credit Management. Credit Management Credit Control Qualification: CertCommCredMgt (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 360 Credit managers have the final authority and responsibility to accept or reject credit applications in order to mitigate financial credit risk within the organisation. In extending credit to businesses, a credit manager analyses detailed financial reports, interviews the representatives of the various companies, and reviews credit agency reports to determine the debt repayment records of such firms. The primary purpose of the Higher Diploma: Credit Management qualification is to provide qualifying learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a competent Credit Manager. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 5 qualification or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 36 months. Higher Diploma: Credit Management. Credit Management Credit Control Management 26 27

15 ICB QUALIFICATIONS National Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF SAQA ID: NQF Level 3 ICB Membership Designation: CJBIcb (SA) Title with ICB Designation: Certified Junior Bookkeeper The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers has been around since Its role is to improve and maintain the quality, credibility and reputation of bookkeeping, accounting, office administration and financial management training and qualifications in South Africa. As a Quality Assurance Partner (QAP) of the Sector Education and Training Authority for Finance,, Management Consulting and other Financial Services (FASSET), the ICB is an external assessment (examining) body for many of the business qualifications that FASSET awards. ICB CONTACT DETAILS The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Ltd Grd Floor, Birkdale House 2, River Park, Liesbeek Parkway, Mowbray 7700 Tel: Fax: enquiries@icb.org.za Web: The National Certificate: Bookkeeping is a National Qualification, accredited by FASSET SETA, through the ICB. The ICB is a quality assurance partner of FASSET SETA. Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent. No prior accounting knowledge needed. You must be at least 16 years of age. Subjects/Learning areas Business Literacy Bookkeeping to Trial Balance Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns Computerised Bookkeeping* *You will need access to a PC or a laptop for this subject. You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. You are required to register directly with the ICB for exams. You are also required to submit assignments to the ICB for marking and pass them successfully. The assignments are in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) and will be sent by the ICB to you after you have registered for your exams with the ICB. Exams are written in February, May, August and November. Please contact the ICB for further information on membership and exam registration. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership and exam fees. When you have successfully passed your exams on each learning area, the ICB will award you with an Achievement Certificate indicating your result. On successful completion of all learning areas in this qualification, your details will be uploaded onto the FASSET SETA database, and your National Certificate: Bookkeeping will be issued to you by the ICB

16 Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping NQF National Diploma Technical Financial NQF SAQA ID: NQF Level 4 ICB Membership Designation: CSBIcb (SA) Title with ICB Designation: Certified Senior Bookkeeper The Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping is a National Qualification, accredited by FASSET SETA, through the ICB. The ICB is a quality assurance partner of FASSET SETA. SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 ICB Membership Designation: CTFAIcb (SA) Title with Designation: Certified Technical Financial Accountant The National Diploma: Technical Financial is a National Qualification, accredited by FASSET SETA, through the ICB. The ICB is a quality assurance partner of FASSET SETA. Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent. No prior accounting knowledge needed. You must be at least 16 years of age. Exemption will be granted on previous subjects/learning areas completed. Subjects/Learning Areas Bookkeeping to Trial Balance Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns Computerised Bookkeeping* Business Literacy Financial Statements Cost and Management *You will need access to a PC or a laptop for this subject. You are required to register directly with the ICB for exams. You are also required to submit assignments to the ICB for marking and pass them successfully. The assignments are in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) and will be sent by the ICB to you after you have registered for your exams with the ICB. Exams are written in February, May, August and November. Please contact the ICB for further information on membership and exam registration. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership or exam fees. Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent. No prior accounting knowledge needed. You must be at least 16 years of age. Exemption will be granted on previous subjects/learning areas completed. Subjects/Learning areas Bookkeeping to Trial Balance Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns Computerised Bookkeeping* Business Literacy Financial Statements Cost and Management Income Tax Returns Business Law and Control *You will need access to a PC or a laptop for this subject. You should be able to complete this course within 24 months. You are required to register directly with the ICB for exams. You are also required to submit assignments to the ICB for marking and pass them successfully. The assignments are in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence (POE) and will be sent by the ICB to you after you have registered for your exams with the ICB. Exams are written in February, May, August and November. Please contact the ICB for further information on membership and exam registration. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership or exam fees. When you have successfully passed your exams on each learning area, the ICB will award you with an Achievement Certificate indicating your result. On successful completion of all learning areas When you have successfully passed your exams on each learning in this qualification, your details will be uploaded onto the FASSET area, the ICB will award you with an Achievement Certificate indicating your result. On successful completion of all learning areas SETA database, and your Further Education and Training Certificate: in this qualification, your details will be uploaded onto the FASSET Bookkeeping will be issued to you by the ICB. SETA database, and your National Diploma: Technical Financial will be issued to you by the ICB

17 National Diploma: Financial NQF National Certificate: Public Sector NQF SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 ICB Membership Designation: CFAIcb (SA) Title with ICB Designation: Certified Financial Accountant The National Diploma: Financial is a National Qualification, accredited by FASSET SETA, through the ICB. The ICB is a quality assurance partner of FASSET SETA. Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent. No prior accounting knowledge needed. You must be at least 16 years of age. Exemption will be granted on previous subjects/learning areas completed. Subjects/Learning areas Bookkeeping to Trial Balance Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns Computerised Bookkeeping* Business Literacy Financial Statements Cost and Management Income Tax Returns Business Law and Control Corporate Strategy Management and Control Systems Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks Theory and Practice *You will need access to a PC or a laptop for this subject. You should be able to complete this course within 36 months. You are required to register directly with the ICB for exams. You are also required to submit assignments to the ICB for marking and pass them successfully. The assignments are in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) and will be sent by the ICB to you after you have registered for your exams with the ICB. Exams are written in February, May, August and November. Please contact the ICB for further information on membership and exam registration. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership or exam fees. When you have successfully passed your exams on each learning area, the ICB will award you with an Achievement Certificate indicating your result. On successful completion of all learning areas in this qualification, your details will be uploaded onto the FASSET SETA database, and your National Diploma: Financial will be issued to you by the ICB. SAQA ID: NQF Level 4 ICB Membership Designation: CPAAIcB (SA) Title with ICb Designation: Certified Public Accounts Administrator The National Certificate: Public Sector is a National Qualification, accredited by FASSET SETA, through the ICB. The ICB is a quality assurance partner of FASSET SETA. Grade 11 (Std. 9) or equivalent. No prior accounting knowledge needed. You must be at least 16 years of age. Subjects/Learning areas Business Literacy Computerised Bookkeeping Public Administration Bookkeeping to Trial Balance *You will need access to a PC or a laptop for this subject. You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. You are required to register directly with the ICB for exams. You are also required to submit assignments to the ICB for marking and pass them successfully. The assignments are in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence (POE) and will be sent by the ICB to you after you have registered for your exams with the ICB. Exams are written in February, May, August and November. Please contact the ICB for further information on membership and exam registration. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership and exam fees. When you have successfully passed your exams in each learning area, the ICB will award you with an Achievement Certificate indicating your result. On successful completion of all learning areas in this qualification, your details will be uploaded onto the FASSET SETA database, and your National Certificate: Public Sector will be issued to you by the ICB

18 National Diploma: Public Sector SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 ICB Membership Designation: CTPAIcB (SA) Title with ICb Designation: Certified Technical Public Accountant The National Diploma: Public Sector is a National Qualification, accredited by FASSET SETA, through the ICB. The ICB is a quality assurance partner of FASSET SETA. The National Certificate: Public Sector. Subjects/Learning areas Business Law and Control Technical Public Cost and Management Financial Statements *You will need access to a PC or a laptop for this subject. You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. You are required to register directly with the ICB for exams. You are also required to submit assignments to the ICB for marking and pass them successfully. The assignments are in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) and will be sent by the ICB to you after you have registered for your exams with the ICB. Exams are written in February, May, August and November. Please contact the ICB for further information on membership and exam registration. Please note that your enrolment with INTEC College does not include membership and exam fees. When you have successfully passed your exams in each learning area, the ICB will award you with an Achievement Certificate indicating your result. On successful completion of all learning areas in this qualification, your details will be uploaded onto the FASSET SETA database, and your National Diploma: Public Sector will be issued to you by the ICB. NQF INTEC Principles of Payroll Administration Certificate Programme Course Overview In this course you will gain the basic knowledge of payroll administration. The INTEC Principles of Payroll Administration Certificate is an INTEC Programme. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years). Principles of payroll administration Record and validate input variation on employee records. Generate information and reports for internal and external use. Plan, organise, implement and monitor work within the payroll environment. Process data using IT. Demonstrate an understanding of statutory legislation and requirements. All assignments are optional, but you need to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Principles of Payroll Administration Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF

19 Certificate: Bookkeeping Higher Certificate: Bookkeeping Qualification: CertBook (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 4 Credits: 120 Qualification: HighcertBook (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 5 Credits: 160 Bookkeeping is about understanding how a business works and then providing accurate figures to measure performance. As a bookkeeper, you keep track of organisational spending by filing and recording accounts and records of business transactions. The Certificate: Bookkeeping supports the knowledge and practical skills required to perform the bookkeeping function effectively in the smaller to medium-sized business environment. This Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet specific needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of Bookkeeping. The qualification furthermore supports access to further studies in this field. Grade 11 (Std 8) or equivalent. You should be able to complete this course within 18 months. Certificate: Bookkeeping. Bookkeeping Finance The Higher Certificate: Bookkeeping enables the relevant skills and competencies required to maintain and balance financial records for auxiliary accounts; maintain a full set of accounts including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, ledgers and budgets. It also teaches students how to prepare and maintain income, expense and balance sheet accounts, and to accumulate and report accounting data. The programme also focuses on the preparation of comprehensive statistical and financial reports and reconciliation of bank records. This Qualification was developed in partnership with industry to meet their needs and produce employable students with relevant skills in the field of Bookkeeping. The qualification supports further studies in the qualification stream for Bookkeeping. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent NQF 4 qualification or 2 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 18 months. Higher Certificate: Bookkeeping. Bookkeeping Financial 36 37

20 Diploma: Bookkeeping INTEC Bookkeeping Short Courses Booster Qualification: DipBook (INTEC) SAQA ID: NQF Level 6 Credits: 240 The Diploma: Bookkeeping supports the transfer of knowledge and skills in the areas of accounting, business economics, business calculations, office practice and management. In addition, the programme enhances competency in entrepreneurship, taxation, commercial law and auditing. These skills will enable the ability to handle financial bookkeeping professionally and in line with General Accepted principles. Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent or 4 years verifiable and relevant working experience. You should be able to complete this course within 24 months. Diploma: Bookkeeping. Bookkeeping INTEC Bookkeeping I Short Course Certificate Course Overview Bookkeeping remains one of South Africa s most sought-after fields of interest, ranging over a number of subfields. In this course you will gain the basic knowledge of bookkeeping. The INTEC Bookkeeping I Short Course Certificate is part of the INTEC Booster series. The INTEC Bookkeeping 1 Short Course Certificate is an INTEC short course. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (2 years), and knowledge up to the level of Trial Balance. The petty cash book Control accounts Creditors Bills of exchange Reconciliation of bank accounts Annual financial statements Year-end adjustments You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. All assignments are optional, but you are required to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Bookkeeping I Short Course Certificate. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF

21 INTEC Bookkeeping II Short Course Certificate Course Overview In this Short Course Certificate, you will gain the knowledge of compiling and interpreting financial statements. The INTEC Bookkeeping II Short Course Certificate is part of the INTEC Booster series. The INTEC Bookkeeping II Short Course Certificate is an INTEC short course. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* INTEC Bookkeeping I Short Course Certificate or equivalent, or relevant work experience (2 years). Insurance claims Investment accounts Consolidated group statements Consolidated financial statements Valuating shares, business and leases Presenting information to management Year-end adjustments You should be able to complete this course within 12 months. All assignments are optional, but you are required to write and pass 1 formal exam. Please note that exams are written in June and October of each year. You should complete an examination entry form and submit it to the College, together with the prescribed examination fee before the closing date for the next examination. On successful completion of this course, you will receive your INTEC Bookkeeping II Short Course Certificate. INTEC Bookkeeping with Pastel Professional Certificate Job Creator Course Overview With more and more entrepreneurs starting businesses across the country every year, the need for bookkeepers is constantly increasing. If you would like to take on the bookkeeping responsibilities in your own business or outsource your skills to more than one business, this Diploma will pave the way. The INTEC Bookkeeping with Pastel Professional Certificate is part of the INTEC Job Creator Series. The INTEC Bookkeeping with Pastel Professional Certificate is an INTEC Certificate. This programme is approved by the INTEC College Academic Board.* Grade 10 (Std. 8) or equivalent, or relevant work experience (3 years) and knowledge up to the level of Trial Balance, plus computer literacy and access to a PC. Bookkeeping and I Bookkeeping and II Bookkeeping and III Pastel Partner v.11* Start Your Own Small Business* *These subjects are non-examinable. Topics covered Petty cash books Bills of exchange Annual financial statements Year-end adjustments Investment accounts Insurance claims Pastel Partner v.11 Consolidated financial statements Consolidated group statements Presenting information to management Valuating shares, businesses and leases You should be able to complete this course within 24 months. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF. * This programme does not lead to a qualification on the NQF