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CIMA Certi cate in
Business Accounting
CIMA’s entry qualification covering the concept of management accounting and the
fundamentals of business accounting.
July 2010 - February 2011
Introduction
Embarking on a new qualification is always
daunting, so you’ll be delighted to hear that we
have been working really hard to ensure that
you are fully supported through this journey.
From the quality of our tuition, online support,
customer services and not forgetting our
market leading pass rates, we aim to get you
through your exams.
The support we offered through MyStudy
has been extremely well received. Over 75%
of our students said the online support was
“good” or “excellent” and therefore we know
this is improving your study experience. We are
continuing to develop and enhance MyStudy
but rest assured, it will be included at no
additional cost with all our CIMA Certificate
Classroom courses.
Our Online Classroom courses proved
extremely popular, so we have decided to
give you even more choice. Online Classroom
courses will be starting every four weeks so
you’ll have even more choice on your course
start date. Book early though, as these courses
sold out within four weeks at the last sitting!
With a thorough programme of study, a lot of
hard work and the support of an experienced
and innovative team here at BPP you can realise
your ambition of becoming a professionally
qualified Chartered Management Accountant.
Come to one of our open days or call us today
to find out how we can help you to achieve your
career goals.
Viren Patel
Head of CIMA Courses
Support
Flexibility
Quality
Success &
Reputation
Look no further than BPP for a training specialist to help achieve your CIMA training
goals. BPP is one of the leading training providers for training towards the CIMA
Qualification in the UK.
Support Flexibility Quality Success & Reputation
• 200 tutors UK wide. • NEW online learning • 7 global prize winners • Helped thousands of
• Your study is completely resource - MyStudy - studied at BPP in the students through the
co-ordinated, including has been developed to November 2009 sitting. CIMA Certificate in
the course, study support you both on • CIMA Learning Quality Business Accounting.
materials and tutors. our Classroom and our Partner for both • Training provider for 90%
• Pass Assurance scheme NEW Online Classroom classroom and distance of FTSE 100 companies.
to give you added courses. learning courses, • Our pass rates are
peace of mind. Visit • Over 1,250 courses the highest level of consistently higher than
www.bpp.com/cima/ available throughout the accreditation available to the CIMA national
passassurance*. UK for each CIMA exam training providers. average.
• Study materials from sitting. • Experienced, professional, • One of Europe’s largest
BPP Learning Media, • Training offered at over tutors who know what it professional training
providers of the largest 18 locations in the UK, takes to succeed in the organisations.
and most comprehensive including five London exam.
range of CIMA study study centres.
materials on the market. • The UK’s largest choice
of CIMA courses and
locations, and computer
based assessment (CBA)
at most study centres.
*Please note that the cost of any additional BPP Learning Media study material, other than the course or revision notes, is not covered by the
Pass Assurance scheme.
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BPP study solutions
You can study how, where and when you want.
Our range of study options are completely geared towards fitting your lifestyle and preferred learning methods.
Whether you’d prefer a classroom, online package, a set of books or a combination of both, we can help you.
Choose your study method
Classroom Distance Learning
Programme Programmes
CLASSROOM ONLINE CLASSROOM BASICS RANGE
(formerly home study range)
NEW
Face to face tuition with the discipline An online course that replicates the Traditional distance learning packages
and structure of a Classroom course. You Classroom with the added flexibility to that offer you paper-based and online
can choose when and where you want study wherever and whenever you have approaches from our support team who
to be taught from our extensive range of Internet access to a computer. will answer your queries.
Classroom courses. • Basics (formerly home study)
• Basics Online (formerly learn online)
• Basics Plus (formerly home study plus)
mystudy mystudy
Interaction Materials Interaction Materials Interaction Materials
Quality Quality Quality
See page 3 or visit See page 4 or visit
www.bpp.com/cima/classroom www.bpp.com/cima/onlineclassroom Visit: www.bpp.com/cima/basics
MyStudy
A personal online learning resource which
gives you the flexibility to study wherever
and whenever you have Internet access
to a computer
2 Discover more, read the insert at the back of this brochure
Classroom
We have over 30 years of experience in delivering our high quality classroom-based courses that deliver pass
rates consistently higher than CIMA average. Classroom courses are now enhanced by MyStudy to bring you
even more support outside the classroom.
Key highlights
UK’s largest choice of CIMA courses and locations
Over 18 BPP study centres across the UK offering CIMA courses, including 5 in
London. You can choose from weekday, weekend or evening Classroom courses.
Constant support - over 200 full-time tutors
You’ll get constant support from your tutor, classmates and MyStudy.
You’ll have the ability to share your thoughts and discuss key topics.
Focused study materials
As part of our extensive study materials, BPP’s popular Course Notes are also
included as part of your course.
Access to MyStudy
Includes a learning plan, online study materials, comprehensive classroom recordings
and Question Debriefs to allow you to review, relearn and retest. Discover more
mystudy on page 5.
“Just wanted to say a big thank you - sat the exam today and passed. Of all the exams this was the one that I was
worried about, but once the exam got underway realised I was very well prepared.Thank you again.
”
Elspeth Twist, C02 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting, 2010 student
Discover more at www.bpp.com/cima/classroom 3
Online Classroom
A brand new approach in studying for the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting. It is supported by MyStudy
to give you:
4 All the structure of a BPP Classroom course
4 All the flexibility of a distance learning programme
It is designed to be flexible, helping you to fit your CIMA course around your work and social commitments and
an alternative if you can’t find a suitable start date or location for our Classroom courses.
Key highlights
Regular start dates
Courses are available every 4 weeks giving you the flexibility to choose when you
want to study.
Constant interaction - connect online with tutors and other students
You’re assigned your own named tutor, who you can access throughout your course
and will motivate you through regular updates and benchmarking information.
You’re part of a group of classmates (your cohort) where you can exchange your
thoughts through the online forums
Focused study materials
As part of our extensive study materials, BPP’s popular Course Notes (1/3 of the
size of a text book) are also included as part of your course.
Supported by MyStudy
Includes a learning plan, online study materials, comprehensive classroom recordings
and Question Debriefs to allow you to review, relearn and retest. Discover more on
mystudy
ONLINE LEARNING
page 5.
RESOURCE
“Thanks for the course - this Online Classroom really seems to work - much better than trying to read
through the books on your own. Sat my C2 exam today and passed.
”
Glenn Armstrong, C02 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting, 2010 student
4 Discover more at www.bpp.com/cima/onlineclassroom
MyStudy
4 An online learning resource designed to support you wherever you are.
4 A comprehensive collection of classroom recordings for every session.
4 Interactive versions of key study materials.
4 Additional testing facilities.
4 Offered with every Classroom and Online Classroom course.
Benefits
4 Saves time studying
It will help you manage your home study time efficiently. You won’t have to go over difficult to understand
notes you scribbled in class, you can just review the topic again by simply logging online.
4 Focus on what you need to learn
It will provide you with a selection of study tools which are specifically designed to focus on what you need
to learn to achieve exam success.
4 Replay and review key topics
MyStudy contains a recording of every topic
in the course notes, so you can review and
relearn as many times as you want.
4 Practice & Revision kit Question Debriefs
You’ll be taken through key questions, seeing
how to get to the correct answer quickly and
avoid common pitfalls.
4 Study materials available online
You’ll be able to access the online equivalents
of the physical materials, or additional materials
specifically designed for the online learning
environment.
4 Study anytime, anywhere you want
Connect to MyStudy at your home, in your
office, in the park, on the train or anywhere you
have Internet access.
4 It’s part of your package
You’ll be able to access MyStudy whether you
choose the Classroom option or our new
Online Classroom option.
“I have just completed my first exam using BPP and was impressed with the support and materials provided
on the course.
” Paul Stanyer, C04 Fundamentals of Business Economics, 2010 Student
Try out demos of lectures, Question Debriefs and quizzes at www.bpp.com/cima/mystudy 5
Best practice for exam preparation
Our CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting course programmes
are integrated to cover three key learning stages that we believe are
crucial to you passing the exam. Our students who follow this approach
consistently achieve higher pass marks.
Step 1
The taught phase will provide you with knowledge of key subject areas that you
need to learn and understand in order to pass the exam.
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Step 2
The revision phase teaches you on a step-by-step basis how to best apply your
knowledge through question practice.
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Step 3
The exam practice phase allows you to perfect your exam technique, giving you the
confidence you need to tackle the exam and pass with flying colours.
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Full preparation for the exam
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Your journey through the new CIMA Qualification
The full CIMA qualification comprises the CIMA 4 CIMA Professional Qualification – the only
Certificate in Business Accounting and the CIMA qualification with a sole focus on accountants in
Chartered Management Accounting Qualification 2010 business – offers you a qualification that is recognised
(also known as the CIMA Professional Qualification). by employers around the world. The Professional
You’ll need to pass both and provide three years Qualification syllabus comprises 3 learning pillars:
approved practical experience to qualify as a Chartered • Enterprise pillar
Management Accountant. • Performance pillar
• Financial pillar
4 CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting - your Each learning pillar is divided into 3 progressive levels:
entry route to the CIMA Qualification - introduces
• Operational level - you must pass three exams
you to the concept of management accounting and
• Management level - you must pass three exams
provides an overview of the fundamentals of business
and accounting. Exemptions may be available if you • Strategic level - you must pass three exams
have completed a relevant qualification such as an The final Test of Professional Competence in
accounting/business degree or the AAT qualification. Management Accounting (formerly TOPCIMA),
To see if you could be eligible for exemptions check comprises the case study exam (Part B) and the
www.cimaglobal.com/exemptions assessment of your work based practical experience
(Part A). Visit www.cimaglobal.com for full syllabus
details, past exam papers and information on CIMA’s
Practical Experience Requirements..
Award - Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
T4 - Test of Professional Competence in Management Accounting
Competence
Professional
Part A Part B
Level
Initial Professional Development - + Case Study Examination based on
Work Based Practical Experience pre-seen and unseen material
Strategic
Paper E3 Paper P3 Paper F3
Level
+ +
Enterprise Strategy Performance Strategy Financial Strategy
Award - CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting
Management
Paper E2
Level
+ Paper P2 + Paper F2
Enterprise Management Performance Management Financial Management
Award - CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting
Operational
Paper E1 Paper P1 Paper F1
Level
+ +
Enterprise Operations Performance Operations Financial Operations
Enterprise pillar Performance pillar Finance pillar
Pre-requisite entry requirements (eg CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting, degrees in business or accounting
or AAT Technician/Diploma level).
Award - CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting
Paper C01 Paper C02 Paper C03 Paper C04 Paper C05
Fundamentals Fundamentals Fundamentals Fundamentals Fundamentals
of Management of Financial of Business of Business of Ethics,
Accounting Accounting Mathematics Economics Corporate
Governance and
Business Law
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Your journey through the CIMA Certificate in
Business Accounting
The CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting is ideal if you are new to the world of business qualifications. It will
introduce you to the concept of management accounting and the quantitative analysis and forecasting techniques
used by Chartered Management Accountants. It will ensure you understand the regulatory framework for
accounting, how accounts are prepared, the professional values and ethical standards expected of accountants
and the economic and legal environment in which organisations operate.
You will first need to register with CIMA before you
Register with CIMA at sign up for a course of study or buy any study materials.
www.cimaglobal.com/register Booking a course with BPP does not register you with
CIMA.
Select which paper to sit
You may be exempt from one or all of the
(You can sit the papers in any order, but BPP advise you to sit C02 before
Certificate in Business Accounting papers.
C01 and CIMA advise you to sit C03 or C04 early in your studies) See www.cimaglobal.com/exemptions
BPP suggested route:
C02 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
C01 Fundamentals of Management Accounting If you need to brush up your maths skills take our
C03 Fundamentals of Business Mathematics Maths and Calculator Basics course. See the enclosed
C04 Fundamentals of Business Economics Classroom course insert.
C05 Fundamentals of Ethics, Corporate Governance and Business Law
You must score 50% to pass
All CBAs are set and controlled by CIMA but can be sat at
BPP training centres. The regulations for and the content of
Take your Computer Based Assessment
the assessments are strictly controlled by CIMA. We offer
(CBA) and receive results and feedback
CBAs throughout the year at every UK centre.
immediately You must have a CIMA Contact ID before you can book a
CBA. For further information and to book your CBA visit
www.bpp.com/cima/cba
On average it will take one year to complete the CIMA
Complete all five papers successfully and
Certificate in Business Accounting, although it is possible to
receive your Certificate in Business Accounting
complete it in less than six months with BPP.
Book your Operational level courses at BPP
What can you expect to earn?
Region CIMA Certificate CIMA Management CIMA Strategic New Qualified CIMA
£Salary £Salary £Salary £Salary
London 20-25,000 24-32,000 30-40,000 40-48,000
South East 19-25,000 24-32,000 28-36,000 34-42,000
South Coast 18-25,000 23-28,000 25-36,000 28-38,000
South West & Wales 19-25,000 22-30,000 24-36,000 28-36,000
Midlands 16-20,000 19-26,000 25-32,000 29-38,000
North West 18-20,000 19-27,000 23-30,000 28-37,000
Yorkshire & North East 16-18,000 20-26,000 25-32,000 30-38,000
Scotland 17-20,000 19-24,000 25-32,000 28-36,000
Source: Michael Page Finance Salary Survey 2010
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good luck
for your exams
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