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Applied Skills Level

Applied Skills (ACCA Level 2) builds on the Applied Knowledge level and develops more advanced, technical accounting skills used in real business situations. Students move from basic understanding to detailed analysis and application of financial information. At this level, learners develop key skills in financial reporting, management accounting, taxation, audit and assurance, business law, and financial management. It is important because it strengthens technical and analytical abilities needed for professional accounting roles and prepares students for the final stage, Strategic Professional. Get 50% OFF! Enrol today and take advantage of this limited-time opportunity.

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ACCA Applied Skills Level

The Applied Skills level is the second stage of the ACCA qualification. It builds on the foundational knowledge gained at the Applied Knowledge level and develops the practical accounting, finance, taxation, auditing, and business skills required in the workplace.

Structure

Core Subjects

Corporate and Business Law (LW)
Performance Management (PM)
Taxation (TX)
Financial Reporting (FR)
Audit and Assurance (AA)
Financial Management (FM)

Skills Developed

Financial reporting and analysis
Tax planning and compliance
Audit and assurance techniques
Financial management
Business and commercial awareness
Problem-solving and decision-making
Professional ethics

Assessment

Computer-based examinations
Scenario-based questions
Application of knowledge to practical business situations

Career Opportunities

After completing the Applied Skills level, students can pursue roles such as:

Accounts Assistant
Finance Officer
Tax Assistant
Audit Associate
Financial Analyst
Management Accountant

Entry Requirement

Students normally progress to the Applied Skills level after completing the Applied Knowledge level or obtaining relevant exemptions.

The Applied Skills level is designed to equip students with the technical and professional competencies needed to perform effectively in accounting, finance, auditing, and business environments while preparing them for the Strategic Professional level.

Package Benefits

• Worldwide live online tuition classes with supporting notes and access to recorded sessions
• Interactive live online tuition Q&A sessions with recordings available
• Live global online revision classes, including study notes and recorded content
• Live online revision Q&A session scheduled prior to the examination
• Progress assessments with real-time tutor feedback
• Multiple-choice practice tests with detailed feedback
• Marked mock examinations with live feedback from tutors
• Ongoing, dedicated support from experienced tutors
• Introductory videos presented by course instructors
• Electronic study materials, including study texts and question banks
• Access to a comprehensive course library of articles and video resources
• Participation in an online student learning community
• Recorded face-to-face weekend revision sessions

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Applied Skills

LW: Corporate and Business Law 32 Topics

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You will gain understanding and practical skills in the overall legal framework and key areas of business law, while knowing when it is necessary to obtain specialist legal advice.

Module 1: Conceptual and Regulatory Framework for Financial Reporting

Need for a Conceptual Framework and the Characteristics of Useful Information

Recognition and Measurement

Regulatory Framework

Concepts and Principles of Groups and Consolidated Financial Statements

Module 2: Accounting for Transactions in Financial Statements

Tangible Non-Current Assets

Intangible Assets

Impairment of Assets

Inventories and Agriculture

Financial Instruments

Provisions and Events after the Reporting Period

Reporting Financial Performance

Government Grants

Foreign Currency Transactions

Module 3: Analysing and Interpreting the Financial Statements of Single Entities and Groups

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PM: Performance Management 29 Topics

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You will gain knowledge and practical skills in applying management accounting methods to both numerical and non-numerical data to support planning, decision-making, performance assessment, and organisational control.

Module 1: Management Information Systems and Data Analytics

Understanding the role and control of information systems in organisations

Exploring the use of big data and data analytics in performance management

Module 2: Specialist Cost and Management Accounting Techniques

Activity-Based Costing (ABC)

Life-Cycle Costing

Throughput Accounting

Accounting for Environmental and Sustainability Factors

Module 3: Decision-Making Techniques

Relevant Cost Analysis

Cost-Volume-Profit (CVP) Analysis

Limiting Factors

Pricing Decisions

Make-or-Buy and Other Short-Term Decisions

Dealing with Risk and Uncertainty in Decision-Making

Module 4: Budgeting and Control

Budgetary Systems and Types of Budgets

Analytical Techniques in Budgeting and Forecasting

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FR: Financial Reporting 32 Topics

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This section explores how to prepare financial statements for individual entities and groups, and how to analyse and interpret the information they provide.

Module 1: Conceptual and Regulatory Framework for Financial Reporting

Need for a Conceptual Framework and the Characteristics of Useful Information

Recognition and Measurement

Regulatory Framework

Concepts and Principles of Groups and Consolidated Financial Statements

Module 2: Accounting for Transactions in Financial Statements

Tangible Non-Current Assets

Intangible Assets

Impairment of Assets

Inventories and Agriculture

Financial Instruments

Provisions and Events after the Reporting Period

Reporting Financial Performance

Government Grants

Foreign Currency Transactions

Module 3: Analysing and Interpreting the Financial Statements of Single Entities and Groups

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AA: Audit and Assurance 39 Topics

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The Audit and Assurance syllabus is broadly structured into five key areas. It begins by covering the nature, objectives, and scope of assurance engagements, including statutory audits, their regulatory framework, and introduces governance and professional ethics relevant to auditing and assurance.

Module 1: Audit Framework and Regulation

Concept of Audit and Other Assurance Engagements

External Audits

Corporate Governance

Professional Ethics and ACCA’s Code of Ethics and Conduct

Module 2: Planning and Risk Assessment

Obtaining, Accepting and Continuing Audit Engagements

Objective and General Principles

Assessing Audit Risks

Understanding the Entity and its Environment and the Applicable Financial Reporting Framework

Fraud, Laws and Regulations

Audit Planning and Documentation

Module 3: Internal Control

Systems of Internal Control

Use and Evaluation of Systems of Internal Control by Auditors

Tests of Controls

Communication on Internal Control

Internal Audit and Governance and the Differences Between External Audit and Internal Audit

Scope of the Internal Audit Function, Outsourcing and Internal Audit Assignments

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FM: Financial management 40 Topics

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This section covers the knowledge and skills required of a Finance Manager for making decisions on investments, financing, and dividend policies.

Module 1: Financial Management Function

Nature and Purpose of Financial Management

Financial Objectives and Relationship with Corporate Strategy

Stakeholders and Impact on Corporate Objectives

Financial and Other Objectives in Not-for-Profit Organisations

Module 2: Financial Management Environment

Economic Environment for Business

Nature and Role of Financial Markets and Institutions

Nature and Role of Money Markets

Module 3: Working Capital Management

Nature, Elements and Importance of Working Capital

Management of Inventories, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Cash

Determining Working Capital Needs and Funding Strategies

Module 4: Investment Appraisal

Investment Appraisal Techniques

Allowing for Inflation and Taxation in DCF

Adjusting for Risk and Uncertainty in Investment Appraisal

Specific Investment Decisions

Module 5: Business Finance

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TX UK : Taxation ( UK Variant ) 8 Topics

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This section covers how the tax system applies to individuals, standalone companies, and corporate groups, with a focus on UK tax regulations.

Module 1: The UK Tax System and its Administration

Module 2: Income Tax and NIC Liabilities

Module 3: Chargeable Gains for Individuals

Module 4: Inheritance Tax

Module 5: Corporation Tax Liabilities

Module 6: Value Added Tax (VAT)

Module 7: Employability and Technology Skills

TX ZAF Taxation – (SA Variant) 1 Topic

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This section examines the tax system for individuals, standalone companies, and corporate groups, with a focus on South African taxation.

TX (LSO) : Taxation ( LSO Variant ) 1 Topic

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This section explores the taxation framework applicable to individuals, independent companies, and corporate groups, with particular emphasis on the tax system in Lesotho.

Course Info

Created by : ACCA
Lessons : 8 Lessons
Topic : 182 Topics
Category : New
Language : English

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