Diploma in Financial Management (DipFM)

The Diploma in Financial Management (DipFM) is the internationally recognised qualification in Financial Management. The DipFM (first introduced by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – ACCA – in 2002) is not designed for accountants, but aims to provide managers with the financial skills they need to make the right decisions.

The Diploma is assessed by 2 examinations and 2 projects. The examinations are held by ACCA at sittings in June and December. The projects may be undertaken at any time, although for any given project there is a time limit of approximately 3 months between distribution to students (February & August respectively) and submission for marking (30 May & 30 November respectively). Upon successful completion of the examinations and projects, a student is eligible to become a Diploma Holder and entitled to use the designatory letters DipFM.

This course presents a unique opportunity to all those who wish to improve their management skills and advance their careers. The course is also open to those who simply want to learn more about accounting and finance, but do not wish to sit the examinations.

Who should attend?

This is an intensive course of study designed to equip non-financial managers with the essential financial tools and knowledge to fully participate in strategic policy and decision making. Although it is not necessary for delegates to have any prior financial or accounting knowledge it is essential that they have good communication and numeracy skills.

Managers from the public and private sectors and entrepreneurs will find this course extremely valuable.

The Programme

We recognize that candidates for this programme will probably hold responsible jobs and be time-constrained for attendances during the week. For this reason all of the teaching sessions are scheduled at weekends.