Level 6Graduate DiplomaOTHM-L6-AB

Diploma in Accounting and Business

The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business combines advanced financial accounting with strategic business management — giving accounting and finance professionals the broader business skills to operate at senior and leadership level.

Programme overview

OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business

The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business combines advanced financial accounting with strategic business management — giving accounting and finance professionals the broader business skills to operate at senior and leadership level. Aligned with international accountancy standards, this Level 6 Diploma provides direct entry to the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance and a pathway to a full MSc Accounting and Finance at partner universities.

LevelLevel 6
TypeGraduate Diploma
Duration6 – 9 months
Delivery100% Online — LSFIN LMS
Credits60 credits
TQT600 hrs
GLH480 hrs
AssessmentWritten Coursework Only — No Exams
Programme feeContact LSFIN
Application fee£10
Entry guidance

Bachelor's Degree or Level 5 Diploma in Accounting / Business + 2 years' relevant experience

Curriculum

Units covered

1Financial ReportingLevel 6
2Management AccountingLevel 6
3TaxationLevel 6
4Audit and AssuranceLevel 6
5Business LawLevel 6
6Corporate FinanceLevel 6
7Strategic Business ManagementLevel 6
8Research Methods in Accounting and FinanceLevel 6
Who should enrol
  • Accountants, finance officers, and analysts seeking a UK-regulated management credential.
  • ACCA, CIMA, or CA (SA) students wanting an academic diploma alongside their professional qualification.
  • Finance managers and heads of finance seeking a formal postgraduate pathway.
  • Professionals planning to progress to the Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance.
Career & learning outcomes
  • Finance Manager
  • Management Accountant
  • Financial Controller
  • Head of Finance
  • Progression to OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
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