OTHM LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE I SPECIFICATION
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OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and
Finance

Qualification Number: 603/5882/8 | September 2020
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OTHM LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE I SPECIFICATION
Table of Contents
Assessment guidance for criterion referenced marking
Investment Analysis..
Corporate Reporting
Global Finance and Strategy 10
Strategic Financial Management 13
Strategic Audit 16
Business Research Methods 18
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ASSESSMENT GUIDANCE FOR CRITERION REFERENCED MARKING.
The assessment grading criteria characterises the level of complexity and demand expected of students at each level of qualification. Please note that these are generic descriptors which apply mainly, though not exclusively, to written academic work.
Any further unit-specific assessment criteria, such as number of words, should be clearly stated in each individual assignment brief
Result. Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7
Pass Detailed answers to all palts of the questions or tasks.
Clearly structured and focused, demonstrating overall coherence and indepth understanding of the unit content and assessment requirementse
Evidence of the use of independently sourced materiali well applied in all contexts,
Very few errors In grammar as appropriate. Detailed response to all relevant parts of the questions or tasks, with evidence of clear understanding of the issues.
Well-structured with evidence of independent reading supporting the argument.
Clear evidence of a range of independently sourced material, well applied in all contexts.
Very few errors in referencing or grammar or syntax as appropriate. Very full, independent response to the assignment, applying relevant material well beyond any module input, demonstrating independent study.
Excellent understanding and application of relevant theory, concepts and models. Very clear logical structure.
Very few errors in referencing or grammar or syntax as appropriate Excellent links between relevant ideas, theories and practice.
Evidence of independent learning and the ability to engage critically and analytically with a wide range of contextually relevant resource material
Demonstration of original insights supported by wellstructured overall argument.
Very few errors in referencing or grammar or syntax as appropriate. The work demonstrates engagement in an academic debate which presents clear evidence of a considered understanding of the topics studied,
There is evidence of clear synthesis of theoretical issues and practice.
A critical analysis of theoretical models and/or practical applications has resulted in originality.
Very few errors in referencing or grammar or syntax as appropriate.
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Fail Little attempt to engage with assignment brief.
Learning outcomes not fully met.
Inadequate demonstration of knowledge or understanding of key concepts, theories or practice. Little attempt to engage with assignment brief.
Learning outcomes not fully met,
Inadequate demonstration of knowledge or understanding of key concepts, theories or practice. Little attempt to engage with assignment brief.
Learning outcomes not fully met.
Inadequate demonstration of knowledge or understanding of key concepts, theories or practice, Little attempt to engage with assignment brief.
Learning outcomes not fully met.
Inadequate demonstration of knowledge or understanding of key concepts, theories or practice. Whilst some of the characteristics of a pass have been demonstrated, the work does not address each of the outcomes for the specified assessment task.
The work may be an overly descriptive account demonstrating minimal interpretation, and there is very limited evidence of analysis, synthesis or evaluation.
No counterarguments or alternative frames of reference are generated or considered.
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CORPORATE REPORTING
Unit Reference Number D/615/3241
Unit Title Corporate Reporting
Unit Level 7
Number of Credits 20
Total Qualification Time (TQT) 200 Hours
Guided Learning Hours (GLH) 100 Hours
Mandatory / Optional Mandatory
Unit Grading Structure Pass / Fail
Unit Aims
The aim of this unit is to develop learners' ability to prepare and interpret financial statements for a range of business organisations. Learners will be able to apply relevant accounting concepts and principles. The unit provides an opportunity for learners to enhance their quantitative and qualitative analytical skills through the interpretation of financial data.
Learning Outcome — The learner will: Assessment criterion The learner can:
1. Understand the accounting and finance regulatory framework. Explain the main sources for regulatory framework.
Evaluate the impact of the accounting and finance regulatory framework on business organisations. Assess areas of abuse and exploitation in accounting and financial reporting.
2. Understanding accounting concepts, principles and theories. Explain key accounting concepts, principles and theories
Analyse the importance of accounting concepts, principles and theories
3. Be able to prepare and interpret accounting information. Prepare accounting Information.
Interpret published accounting information.
Assess published accounting information.
4 Be able to demonstrate specific policies, practices and regulations within corporate 20æccounting. Explain specific policiesy practices and regulations within corporate accounting
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Critically assess the key accounting practices and policies identified for a named business sector.
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Scenario
Corporate reporting is an area of Accounting and Finance that incorporates Regulatory Framework, Financial Reporting and Ethical considerations.
You are required to choose a Public Limited Company on which to base your assignment. You are advised to check with your tutor that your choice of company is appropriate.
Task 1 of 1 Business Report (ACS 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3)
Prepare a formal business report, to be presented to the Directors of your chosen company
You must include the following:
1. An explanation of the main sources for regulatory framework, accounting and corporate concepts, principles and theories.
2. An explanation of the impact of the accounting and finance framework on business organisations in general and your chosen company
3. Explain and assess specific policies, practices and regulations for your business and the business sector it operates within.
4. An assessment of areas of abuse and exploitation in accounting and financial reporting.
5. An assessment of the importance of accounting concepts, principles and theories.
An interpretation and assessment of the published accounting information of your chosen company. You should prepare additional accounting information, for example ratios, in your interpretation and assessment.
You should analyse and assess the following financial statements:
a Income Statement
b. Statement of Financial Position
c. Cash Flow Statements
Delivery:
Ix Business Report
Submission:
Ix Business Report — 4500 words
Referencing:
• Each section must reflect any supporting Harvard style citations.
• A comprehensive Harvard style reference list must be included at the end of the work.
Evidence to be submitted:
• Business Report - 4500 words

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