Management Accounting Specialist

SAQA ID: 112829
NQF Level: 6
Credit Duration: 180
Overview

Management Accounting Specialist prepares a learner to function at an operational level in the field of management accounting. It provides at exit level from the full pathway towards professional management accountant status

Objectives

This qualification is the second step in the learning pathway to becoming a professional Management Accountant

Exit Learning Outcomes
  • Provide direction on the efficient management and interaction of organisational structure and operational functions to achieve the organisational strategy.
  • Prepare organisational budgets and provide advice regarding products and services taking into consideration production costs, drivers of costs, sales volumes and prices as well as the short-term risks associated with all of these.
  • Manage working capital and analyse financial statements which have been prepared using appropriate international financial reporting standards to facilitate business decision making.
Outline
  • Organisational Management NQF Level 6 (36 Credits)
  • Management Accounting NQF Level 6 (36 Credits)
  • Financial Reporting and Taxation NQF Level 6 (36 Credits)
Methodology
  • The knowledge and practical modules will be delivered in a hybrid format, combining both online and in-person classes.
  • The work experience module must be delivered in person

Professionals already working in accounting or other area who want to advance their careers by gaining specialized skills in management accounting and this include junior and mid-level accounting and finance professionals, aspiring management accountants, business and financial Managers, Recent graduates in finance, accounting, or Business, entrepreneurs and small business owners and supervisors or team leaders in financial departments

Management Accounting Officer, Level 5
Recognition of prior learning

12 Months
  • R60 000 (instalment option is available)
  • Check FASSET website for bursaries