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CMA CAT + Inter

Core Curriculum

The CMA CAT + Intermediate Program at Duxford Skill Garden (DSG) features a well-rounded core curriculum designed to provide students with a deep understanding of both foundational and advanced accounting concepts. The curriculum encompasses the following key components:

 

  1. Fundamentals of Accounting: Introduction to basic accounting principles, including the accounting cycle, financial statements, and bookkeeping practices.
  2. Cost Accounting: Exploration of cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, and standard costing techniques essential for management decision-making.
  3. Management Accounting: In-depth study of advanced management accounting concepts, including performance measurement, variance analysis, and strategic planning.
  4. Financial Management: Understanding of financial analysis, capital budgeting, working capital management, and the role of finance in business operations.
  5. Business Law and Ethics: Overview of legal principles governing business transactions, ethical considerations in accounting, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  6. Taxation: Introduction to the fundamentals of taxation, including personal and corporate tax principles, tax planning, and compliance requirements.
  7. Auditing: Understanding the principles of auditing, internal control systems, and the role of auditors in ensuring financial integrity.
  8. Quantitative Methods for Business: Application of statistical and analytical methods to support financial decision-making and problem-solving in business contexts.
  9. Accounting Information Systems: Examination of the role of technology in accounting, including the use of software and information systems for financial reporting and data analysis.
  10. Practical Training and Case Studies: Hands-on experience through real-world case studies, projects, and practical exercises that reinforce theoretical concepts and enhance practical skills.
  11. Soft Skills Development: Training in communication, teamwork, and leadership skills to prepare students for effective collaboration in professional environments.

This comprehensive core curriculum is designed to ensure that students not only master essential accounting knowledge but also develop the practical skills and ethical mindset needed to thrive in their careers as accounting professionals.

Programme Outline