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Course Description
The use of computer software plays a very important role in supporting the work carried out within an accounting environment. To this effect, this unit aims at providing learners with competences that will enable them to use spreadsheet software in an efficient and effective manner. Indeed, following the completion of this unit, learners will be able to use a range of spreadsheet software functionalities to process and manage accounting data. Furthermore, learners will master how spreadsheet functions and formulae can be used to carry out accounting-related calculations, and also be able to use spreadsheet tools to meaningfully validate and analyse accounting data. The unit also introduces learners to the use of accounting software in the contemporary business environment. Therefore, learners will familiarise themselves with the various types and modules of accounting software. Additionally, learners will also learn about the benefits of using accounting software applications and the various bookkeeping tasks that can be completed by using such software applications. Overall Learning Outcomes (Minimum four, maximum six) LO1 Design spreadsheets to enter, edit and manage accounting data LO2 Apply spreadsheet functions and create charts to provide accurate accounting information LO3 Use a range of spreadsheet functions to validate and analyse accounting data LO4 Describe the various types and modules of accounting software LO5 Explain the use of accounting software to record and report accounting information.
Learning Outcomes
LO1 Design spreadsheets to enter, edit and manage accounting data
LO2 Apply spreadsheet functions and create charts to provide accurate accounting information
LO3 Use a range of spreadsheet functions to validate and analyse accounting data
LO4 Describe the various types and modules of accounting software
LO5 Explain the use of accounting software to record and report accounting information
Entry Requirements
MCAST Award in Fundamentals of Book Keeping