CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting (CIMA CERT BA)
National Certificate: Business Accounting, NQF5, SAQA ID 24418
The CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting (Cert BA, National Certificate: Business Accounting, NQF5, SAQA ID 24418) will help students with little or no accounting experience unleash their true business potential. Teaching core business and finance skills beyond simple financial accounting, Cert BA syllabus is the perfect stepping stone towards a career in business and finance.
Cost and Management Accounting has been identified as one of the most in demand positions within the financial sector both locally and internationally, with the CIMA designation, being the most requested pre-requisite skill.
The Cert BA is a qualification in its own right and also forms a formal entry route into the CIMA Professional Qualification. Once students successfully complete the certificate operational, and management qualifications and qualify for membership, they will be awarded the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation subject to meeting the CIMA strategic level requirements.
Upon completing the Certificate, you will be able to proceed to the CIMA Professional Qualification Operational level - (CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting).
Features & Benefits
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Upon completing the Certificate, you will be able to proceed to the CIMA Professional Qualification, starting at the Operational level (CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting).
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By becoming a CIMA member you will join the world’s largest professional body of management accountants. You will be able to use the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation and be part of a truly global network, making international transferability a no effort exercise.
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The CGMA designation is powered by two of the world’s leading accounting bodies – CIMA and AICPA. It aims to establish management accounting as the most valued profession in business worldwide.
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International Alliances/Progression Options (As per CIMA website)
CIMA members have access to a number of strategic alliances, including:
- Recognition from the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants[15]
- An accelerated route to Associateship of the Association of Corporate Treasurers[10]
- A mutual recognition agreement with the Society of Management Accountants of Canada[11]
- A mutual recognition agreement with CPA Australia[12]
- A strategic alliance with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia[13]
- A joint qualification program with the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants[14]
- MOU with Institute of Cost Accountants of India
- Strategic Alliance with the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP)
- An accelerated route to the CGMA designation for members of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
Admission Requirements
- A South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a good understanding of English and Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy OR Adequate working experience.
Articulation Options
- When you have successfully completed the CIMA examinations you can progress on to the CIMA Diploma In Management Accounting (CIMA DIP MA)
Hardware Requirements
Please note that you are required to have your own computer for this qualification. AIE, in partnership with Dell and TripleH committed to supplying every student with a Dell laptop to support our DigitalCampus initiative. Available exclusively to AIE students, devices can now be financed with your tuition fees. We provide three models:
- CORECore Spec, Dell Vostro 3520 Series i5, 8GB
- MEDIUMMedium Spec, Dell Vostro 3520 Series, i5, 16GB
- HIGHHigh Spec, Dell G15 5535, AMD Ryzen 5, 32GB
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The laptop that meets all your everyday needs and looks good doing it.
Core Spec, Dell Vostro 3520 Series i5, 8GB | 12th Generation, Intel Core i5-1235U Processor (8MB Cache, up to 4.2 GHz) | 8GB, 2666MHz DDR4 Non-ECC RAM | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | M.2 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD | 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare LED Backlight Non-Touch Narrow Border WVA Display, Camera & Microphone | Windows 11 Pro
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The foundation for intense graphic and processor heavy tasks.
Medium Spec, Dell Vostro 3520 Series i5, 16GB | 12th Generation, Intel Core i5-1235U Processor (8MB Cache, up to 4.2 GHz) | 16GB, 2666MHz DDR4 Non-ECC RAM | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | M.2 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD | 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare LED Backlight Non-Touch Narrow Border WVA Display, Camera & Microphone | Windows 11 Pro
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Same foundation, more memory...for those who want to get a little more serious.
Dell G15 5535, AMD RYZEN 5, 32GB | AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, (22 MB Cache, 6 Core, up to 5.0 GHz) | 32GB (2 x 16GB), DDR5 Non-ECC RAM | Nvidia GeForce RTX3050 6GB GDDR6 Graphics Memory | M.2 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD | 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 120hz Refresh Rate, Anti-Glare LED Backlight Display, Camera & Microphone | Windows 11 Pro
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Pricing & Payment Options
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Duration
Full Time
- Full Time; Contact or Hybrid Learning, 12 Months
- Full Time; Online Learning, 12 Months
Part-Time
- Part Time; Flexi Online Learning, 12 Months
* Class structures are subject to change without notification.
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Career Options
- Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
- Business Managers
- Management Accountant
- Finance Manager
- Cost Accountant
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Chief Financial Officer
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Study Kit
Your study kit is included in your fees and will contain:-
Free WIFI (On-Campus only).
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Stationery kit
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CIMA Approved and Accredited E-books
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Orientation kit including: Student Card, Welcome Letter, and Getting Started Guide.
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Access to our myAIE student portal and student support team via phone, email and tickets.
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What you get
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• National Certificate: Business Accounting, NQF5, SAQA ID 24418
Our Learning Methods
Our learning methods is a technology mediated delivery model, focused on flexibility, accessibility, and academic support to provide the ultimate learning experience without compromising teaching time and quality.
* As per Communique 2 of 2022 from the Council of Higher Education, all programs accredited for contact mode only may be offered in all delivery modes for the 2023 academic year.
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Full Time, Contact
(Hybrid) Learning
A modern twist on traditional face-to-face, full-time learning. Our contact classes are delivered via Hybrid learning, providing students with the flexibility to attend on campus, virtually, or both.
Full Time, Online
Learning
Extending our reach with online only, full time learning. Our progressive technology platform and people-supported academic journey giving students access to our classes from anywhere in the world.
Part Time, Flexi Online
Learning
Designed for the working professional, our part time programmes provide you with the flexibility to manger your own schedule and pace of learning. Sessions are conducted after hours on selected weekdays, and on alternate Saturdays.
Career Video
Watch this video to understand why you need a CIMA qualification.
Important Notes
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Examination, registration and subscription fees are NOT included in the course fees. Enquire from your sales advisor about the current extra fees.
AIE is an accredited CIMA partner college and registered with the DHET (Department of Education and Higher Training).
Fundamentals of Business Economics (BA1)
Students will gain an understanding of the areas of economic activity relevant to an organisation’s decisions and, within this context, the numerical techniques to support such decisions.
- A. Macroeconomic and Institutional Context of Business (25%)
- B. Microeconomics and Organisational Context of Business (30%)
- C. Informational Context of Business (20%)
- D. Financial Context of Business (25%)
Fundamentals of Management Accounting (BA2)
- A. The Context of Management Accounting (10%)
- B. Costing (25%)
- C. Planning and Control (30%)
- D. Decision Making (35%)
Fundamentals of Financial Accounting (BA3)
- A. Accounting Principles, Concepts, and Regulations (10%)
- B. Recording Accounting Transactions (50%)
- C. Preparation of Accounts for Single Entities (30%)
- D. Analysis of Financial Statements (10%)
Fundamentals of Ethics, Corporate Governance and Business Law (BA4)
In BA4 students will gain an understanding of the professional standards to be demonstrated for the benefit of all stakeholders.
- A. Business Ethics and Ethical Conflict (30%)
- B. Corporate Governance, Controls and Corporate Social Responsibility (45%)
- C. General Principles of the Legal System, Contract and Employment Law (15%)
- D. Company Administration (10%)
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CampusRegistration Close DateStart DateType
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08 July 202415 July 2024Full Time, Contact
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08 July 202415 July 2024Full Time, Contact
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08 July 202415 July 2024Full Time, Contact
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08 July 202415 July 2024Full Time, Online
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08 July 202415 July 2024Part Time, Online