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GALWAY MAYO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (GMIT) has changed its offering in relation to accountan- cy as part of its aim to provide accounting education from techni- cian level to professional accountant level.


It is now offering full-time tuition for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualifi- cation, the first time this has been available on a full-time basis in the West of Ireland. Aidan Clifford, ACCA’s advisory


services manager, said: “GMIT is offering a fast-track option for busi- ness degree graduates to obtain ACCA membership with one year of intensive study. The course positions graduates at the very top of the cur- rent employment opportunities and effectively recession-proofs their careers.” This is a full-time programme but the facility is also available to study individual modules, which may suit individuals in trainee accounting positions. Students undertaking the programme on a full-time basis may be eligible for a grant. To be eligible to apply for this pro- gramme students have to have com- pleted or be exempted from all the ACCA Fundamental Level examina- tions. The other initiative is a new post- graduate conversion programme,


Pictured (l –r) are Richie Hoare, senior lecturer in Accounting, GMIT; Aidan Clifford, ACCA, Beibhinn Coleman, ACCA; and Dr Larry Elwood, Head of School, GMIT


which allows graduates to change direction or to complement their existing knowledge and skills with an accounting qualification. The Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (Level 9) is targeted at non-accounting graduates and the Higher Diploma in Business (Level 8) is open to graduates of non-business disciplines. The diploma is the first step for graduates who wish to pursue a career in accounting. Students will gain practical accounting skills and knowledge and gain a number of exemptions from the professional accounting bodies.


GMIT has provided accounting education since its foundation in 1973. The School of Business has always maintained close links with the professional accounting bodies and keeps programmes up to date to maximise exemptions.


Accountancy holds its own as a career


IBAT College in Swords offers a full range of accountancy courses as well as a discount on ACCA


AT Careerzoo – the career and educa- tion event held in Dublin recently – it was heartening to see how the nation’s workforce is adapting to our jobs crisis and rising to the chal- lenge. The skills, abilities and education of the Irish population are critical for our economic recovery, so it is important to choose your training options carefully and with a long- term view.


One career that is holding its own is accountancy, which benefits from its presence across practically every sector of the economy – if only to tell people how much they are losing! There are a number of professional accounting qualifications available. One of the most popular is the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) – the internationally- recognised qualification for profes- sional accountants. This postgraduate level course is open to recent graduates or school leavers, accounting professionals or those seeking a career change. A range of qualifications can be gained en route to your professional status, including the Diploma in Accounting and Business and BSc (Hons) Degree in Applied Accounting. IBAT College in Swords, Co Dublin


Prizewinner for ACCA Sinead Grogan (1st in Ireland) together with ACCA P1 lecturer James O'Connor (left) and IBAT director Shane Ormsby


– a Gold level provider of ACCA – offers a full range of accountancy courses including the ACCA, ATI (Accounting Technicians Ireland) and Computerised Accounts and Payroll (FETAC).


Courses start in February and September and aspiring accountants currently have the opportunity to save over 50pc on ACCA tuition fees. IBAT also offers a Pass Guarantee system, giving students the confi- dence to succeed.


For further information on courses and special offers please visit www.ibat.ie or call Joan Connolly on 01 8075055.


Make the best financial decision of your career


GMIT – THE LEADING PROVIDER OF ACCOUNTING EDUCATION IN THE WEST


STUDY FOR: • Accounting Technician • Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Accounting


• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (Conversion programme for non-accounting graduates)


• ACCA Professional Level


FULL DETAILS AVAILABLE AT WWW.GMIT.IE/BUSINESS OR TEL: 091 742266


web: www.ibat.ie phone: 01 8075055 email: enquiry@ibat.ie


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