Professional Development Awards (PDAs)
COURSE INFORMATION:
Place of Study: Shetland College UHI, Lerwick
Mode of Study: Part time
Length of course: 1 year
Start Date: September 2011
Entry Requirements: 1 appropriate Higher or relevant work place experience. NC in Business or equivalent.
COURSE SUMMARY:
PDAa are available in Financial Accounting and Management Accounting. These 'mini' HE Accounting awards are made up of four HN units and can be completed as stand-alone awards, or can be built on and can lead to full HNC awards. PDAs are nationally recognised qualifications, which can help to enhance the career prospects of candidates. Attendance is required at college classes on a part-time basis.
COURSE CONTENT:
Each PDA is comprised of Higher National units including:
- PDA in Financial Accounting: Recording Financial Information; Preparing Final Accounts; and Using Financial Accounting Software
- PDA in Management Accounting: Cost Accounting and Management Accounting using Information Technology
GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE:
- Provides candidates with a nationally recognised award relevant to the workplace
- Provides progression to HND and degree level study
- Good levels of student support are available
- Excellent library facilities for researching and studying.
HOW WILL I STUDY?
All subjects are internally assessed on an ongoing basis. Students are expected to make regular use of the college’s library facilities for research and study.
STAFF QUOTE:
"These ‘mini’ HE awards are made up of 4 HN units, and can be completed as stand alone awards, or can be built on and can lead to full HNC awards. PDAs are nationally recognised qualifications which can help to enhance the career prospects of candidates. Attendance is required at college classes on a part-time basis" Head of Section.
PROGRESSION:
Academic: Completion of the PDA in Financial Accounting or Management Accounting can provide entry to HNC Accounting.
Employment/Career: Accounting or business role
Former students have: Secured roles in management and business organisations
