Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Finance + Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business + Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance - 20 months, online in 20 months
An Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 4: 480 credits, 10 units, assessed by assignment with no exams. Delivered 100% online by LEAP Education.
£10 to apply · Offer within 24 hours · Apply with qualifications or relevant work experience
Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 20 months
- Credits
- 480
- Level
- RQF Level 4
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £253.33 / month
What this qualification is
The Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Finance + Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business + Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance - 20 months is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated UK awarding organisation and regulated by Ofqual at RQF Level 4. The qualification totals 480 credits across structured mandatory units. Listed on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. LEAP Education delivers this programme 100% online with tutor support.
Standard completion is 20 months; accelerated completion in available on selected programmes is offered on this programme where shown below. Fees from £3,800. Assessment is through coursework and assignments — there is no requirement to attend a UK campus.
Designed for working professionals in the UK and overseas who need a regulated qualification recognised by employers. Progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Technical compliance is no longer a differentiator; it is the baseline expectation that every junior accountant meets within their first year on the job. The real leverage in today’s market belongs to finance leaders who can interpret regulatory shifts as strategic opportunities rather than administrative burdens. If your current role is defined by closing the books rather than shaping the future, you are operating in the past.
This progression transforms you from a record-keeper into a strategic advisor capable of driving board-level decisions. You will gain the authority to lead complex financial restructuring, manage cross-border tax implications, and present capital allocation strategies that directly impact shareholder value. Instead of just reporting historical data, you will build the financial models that justify new market entries, mergers, and high-stakes investment decisions.
- Regulation: Ofqual, RQF Level 4
- Credits: 480
- Units: 10
- Duration: 20 months
Key facts
- Qualification:
- Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Finance + Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business + Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
- Level:
- RQF Level 4
- Credits:
- 480
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 20 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £253.33 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma), or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
What you'll study
Financial Management and Planning
Make defensible capital allocation decisions that drive sustainable growth in global operations.
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Translate complex financial data into clear insights that guide high-stakes executive decisions.
Accounting Systems and Controls
Design robust internal frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance across borders.
Financial Planning and Budgeting
Forecast cash flows with precision to manage resources and maintain resilience against market volatility.
Corporate Finance and Investment
Evaluate investment opportunities and optimize capital structures to maximize shareholder value in competitive markets.
Financial Markets and Institutions
Navigate the global financial ecosystem by leveraging an understanding of banks, exchanges, and regulatory bodies.
International Accounting and Finance
Manage multi-currency transactions and adhere to diverse global accounting standards with cross-cultural competence.
Financial Management in Practice
Apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and corporate finance operations.
Advanced Financial Management Techniques
Solve sophisticated business challenges using specialized skills in risk assessment, derivative trading, and complex financial modeling.
Financial Strategy and Planning
Align financial objectives with long-term business goals to create a competitive advantage and secure enduring market success.
Every unit is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Two ways in
Qualifications
A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma), or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply. Your practical knowledge counts.
Minimum age 18. International applicants welcome. Send us your certificates and we'll confirm eligibility within 24 hours.
Fully online
No campus visits. Study on any device, in any time zone.
Materials included
Study notes, sample assignments and resources from day one.
24/7 study assistant
Instant explanations and assignment guidance from our AI study assistant.
Tutor feedback
Qualified tutors mark assignments and give feedback by email and chat.
Where this can take you
Designed for working professionals who need a recognised qualification to move into supervisory, management or specialist roles.
Universities that recognise this qualification for progression
- Bangor University
- Sheffield Hallam University
- Northumbria University
- De Montfort University
- Arden University
Progression routes vary by university and programme. Contact admissions for current entry requirements.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every unit, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| This page20 monthsFast-Track | 24 monthsStandard mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £3,800 | £2,800 |
| Monthly | £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.38 (total £3,800) | £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.48 (total £2,800) |
| Quarterly | £950 × 4 | £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.65 (total £2,800) |
| Half-yearly | £1,266.67 + £1,266.67 + £1,266.66 (total £3,800) | £700 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £3,610 (save 5%) | £2,660 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.38 (total £3,800)
- Quarterly£950 × 4
- Half-yearly£1,266.67 + £1,266.67 + £1,266.66 (total £3,800)
- Pay in full£3,610 (save 5%)
- Monthly£155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.48 (total £2,800)
- Quarterly£466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.65 (total £2,800)
- Half-yearly£700 × 4
- Pay in full£2,660 (save 5%)
* Programme fees shown include online learning, study materials and tutor support for the qualification. A separate £10 enrolment fee is payable when you submit your application. Interest-free instalment plans and a 5% discount for paying the full programme fee upfront are available where shown.
Need a different payment plan? Our admissions team can help.
Talk to an adviser on WhatsApp →Who awards your qualification
This qualification is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated UK awarding organisation. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, delivers the programme online and supports your learning and assessment.
Regulation
Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 4, 480 credits.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235.
Start in three steps
- 01
Apply online
Complete the short form and pay the £10 enrolment fee. About five minutes.
- 02
Receive your offer
We confirm eligibility and email your start date and payment options.
- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your units.
Common questions
Is this qualification regulated by Ofqual?
Yes. This qualification is awarded by an Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation at RQF Level 4 and is listed on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. The programme is 100% online with no campus visits, so you can study from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
Are there any exams?
No. Every unit is assessed through written assignments submitted online. There are no written examinations.
What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma) or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant professional experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 20 months (Fast-Track, £3,800); 24 months (Standard mode, £2,800). Interest-free instalment plans are available on each option.
When can I start?
You can enrol at any time. Once your application is accepted and the first payment is made, you receive access to the learning platform and study materials.
Who operates LEAP Education?
LEAP Education is a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited (Company No. 10591140, UKPRN 10085235), a UK learning provider.
Last reviewed 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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