BA2 - Fundamentals of Management Accounting (Certificate in Business Accounting)

This course provides an essential introduction to management accounting, focusing on how financial data informs business planning, control, and decision-making. Learners will gain insights into budgeting, costing, and variance analysis, developing the ability to manage resources effectively and contribute to a company’s financial health. The course also explores key management accounting concepts like cost behavior, profit analysis, and performance measurement, essential for understanding how financial metrics drive business objectives. The skills gained from this course prepare learners to support internal business functions, enhancing decision-making and organisational efficiency. Management accounting knowledge is applicable in roles that require budget management, cost control, and performance tracking. By bridging financial data with strategic planning, learners can play a critical role in business operations, helping optimise resources and achieve long-term profitability.