ACCA Foundations in Accountancy
Your introduction to business finance
The ideal starting point
Build valued technical knowledge
Open doors to careers in finance and business
Designed for people who are just starting out on their business education journeys, ACCA Foundations in Accountancy is the ideal way to gain an understanding of how business finance works and to open up new career possibilities - both in finance and beyond.
If you are working in or interested in a finance-related role, FIA will give you the technical knowledge you need to perform your role and advance your career. It will also give you a head start towards further finance and accounting qualifications, including the prestigious and globally recognised ACCA Qualification.
Ideal for those new to business and finance or looking to qualify
Learn the universal language of business and enhance your employability
Can be completed in as little as twelve months
Get a head start on the full ACCA Qualification or an entry route to a career in finance and accounting
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Course overview
- Duration : 12 to 18 months
- RQF level: 2-4
Why is the ACCA Foundations in Accountancy course right for you?
ACCA’s Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) is a group of qualifications that will give you a solid understanding of the fundamentals of financial management and reporting and enable you to speak the language of business.
If you are interested in a career outside of finance, FIA is still a great way to add to your business skillset. Whatever your role and in whichever sector, once you understand how financial information is recorded and interpreted, you will be in a much better position to contribute to decision-making and to influence business outcomes. You’ll also be able to show your employers – present and future – that you know how finance works and that you are equipped to help them address business challenges.
The FIA qualifications offered at Reed Business School in Liverpool include:
ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 2)
ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 3)
ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4) (also called ACCA Applied Knowledge)
Who is it for?
Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) qualifications are suitable for a wide range of people. They’re ideal if you are new to finance or aiming to switch to finance. You could also be already working in finance but have no formal qualifications. Or you might want to gain a better understanding of how finance works in order to progress your career.
FIA is the entry point to a world of opportunity, whether you want to pursue higher qualifications in finance or simply boost your employability and mobility by learning the universal language of business.
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To pass ACCA Foundations in Accountancy, you’ll need to successfully complete the below units, giving you the knowledge and skills you need to excel in finance.
Core units
Recording Financial Transactions
Management Information
Maintaining Financial Records
Managing Costs and Finance
Additional units
Foundations in Professionalism
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Completing this ACCA Foundations in Accountancy course typically takes 12-18 months.
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There are no minimum entry requirements for Foundations in Accountancy. However, we recommend you start at Level 2 if you have no formal qualifications, especially if it’s been a while since you completed any studies. FIA begins at GCSE level (Level 2), or equivalent, and progresses up to the equivalent of the first year of a bachelor's degree (Level 4).
The FIA qualifications are in English language so you will require a reasonable competency in written English. And, because we focus on business and finance, there is also an expectation of numeracy - the ability to work with numbers.
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This course is taught in-person at our Liverpool training centre.
Traditional face-to-face classes with experienced tutors. If you like the idea of learning in person, where you bounce around ideas with other learners, then our face-to-face classes are for you.
Ideal for learners who prefer traditional classroom settings
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Engaging in real-time learning experience
Structured delivery plan
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Support from expert advisors
Our team will be on hand throughout your journey to answer questions, signpost additional support and provide guidance on your study route. Our experienced tutors will also be there to support you through your learning.
24/7 access to all our learning resources
Our online learning resources give you 24-hour access to our comprehensive business and finance resources to help you through your course and beyond. Available for the duration of your ACCA programme, it includes course recordings and course notes, revision question bank and revision cards, online access to practice mocks, as well as group chats. Perfect for when you want to revisit something you’ve just learnt or revise for your assessments.
Collaborate with other learners
Learn with and from other our experts and other students on our online platform. Share what you have learnt in each unit, reinforcing your understanding while helping you prepare for your assessments and future role.
Get your burning questions answered quickly
Our learning support team are here to help If you have a question about the learning resources, ACCA membership, workshops or anything else to do with your course. They are contactable whenever you need them, for as long as you’re on the programme.
Foundations in Accountancy is a group of qualifications that build progressively:
ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 2)
ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 3)
ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4)
Each of these qualifications requires you to take a number of exams and to complete our professionalism and ethics module, Foundations in Professionalism. You can take this online module at any time and only need to sit it once. So, for example, if you completed the Foundations in Professionalism module while studying for the ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 2), you won’t need to take it again when completing any further FIA qualifications.
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Spread the cost of your course over up to 12 months with our interest-free payment plans. This is a great option if you prefer smaller, more manageable payments.
If your employer is paying for your course, we can invoice them directly, so you don’t have to worry about trying to organise the payment yourself. You can focus on your studies while we take care of the rest.
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To pay for your course in full, simply enquire, call us on 01608 674 224, or complete the booking form and return to rbs.reed@reedbusinessschool.co.uk
We’ll provide you with all the details you need to complete the payment smoothly.
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We offer a range of study methods to suit your lifestyle and budget. All our study options include 24-hour access to our online study resources.
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Why Reed Business School?
When you learn with Reed Business School, you’ll benefit from:
Market-leading pass rates: achieve top results with our expert support and resources.
Proven success: our students consistently perform at the highest level.
Experienced tutors: subject specialists guide you to pass your qualifications.
Proven teaching formula: helping thousands of students succeed.
Flexible delivery options: classroom, online, residential, and self-paced study available.
Convenient study: learn anytime, anywhere on your laptop, phone, or tablet.
Additional study materials: includes revision cards and question bank.
Mock exams & recorded lessons: accessible via Microsoft Teams.
Comprehensive materials: texts, revision cards, and mock exams included.
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