Accounting is one of the most important business subjects and is vital to the understanding of all forms of financial activity. It is essential for sound business decision-making and knowledge of accounting is vital to the understanding of all forms of financial activity. In many ways it provides a key to understanding how businesses operate and how they are managed. AS level students will learn to maintain all the financial records of a small business which is a very useful vocational skill, sometimes referred to as bookkeeping. Students will also be able to prepare financial statements for partnerships, limited companies and manufacturing concerns. 2 modules are studied at AS level: Introduction to Financial Accounting and Financial and Management Accounting. The type of student who is successful: ~ Likes numbers and enjoys using them ~ Is able to apply knowledge, not just learn it ~ Relishes solving problems ~ Able to think in a structured and logical way ~ Will have an eye for detail ~ Thinks being accurate is important. Accounting is an exact science at A level. This subject combines well with other analytical and numerical subjects. Many students taking Accounting also take Business Studies.

The subject is widely accepted as an entrance qualification for courses in higher education and for professional accounting training opportunities. The subject has particular relevance for those who are contemplating a career where financial matters are important: management, banking, insurance, local government.