CIMA Certificate in Sage 50 Accounts
Level: Foundation
Gain a CIMA Accredited Sage 50 Qualification
Master Sage 50 Accounting & Financial Management
Develop VAT, Reporting, Budgeting & Reconciliation Skills
Sage 50 Software & Examinations Included
Welsh Government Funding Accepted
Sage 50 software included with course
Course Overview
Duration:
6 months
Accredited:
Yes
Exams:
Included
Type:
Online
Company group booking discount available
Course Overview
Duration:
6 months
Accredited:
Yes
Exams:
Included
Type:
Online
Company group booking discount available
This course is ideal for learners who have already completed an introductory Sage course or have basic experience using Sage software and want to develop their accounting knowledge and practical skills further. Designed in partnership with Sage UK and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), this qualification combines practical Sage software training with the accounting principles required to support effective financial management in a business environment. The course helps learners understand not only how to use Sage, but also the accounting concepts that underpin day-to-day business finance. Throughout the course, delegates will develop their confidence in using Sage 50cloud Professional to manage more advanced accounting tasks, improve financial accuracy and produce meaningful financial information to support business decision-making. This course includes the associated examinations, allowing learners to work towards a recognised qualification. Delegates will also receive their own copy of Sage 50cloud Professional to download and use for the duration of the course.
Target Audience
- Existing Sage users looking to develop more advanced accounting and software skills
- Bookkeepers and accounts administrators seeking a recognised qualification
- Individuals responsible for managing business finances using Sage
- Business owners looking to improve their accounting knowledge and financial management skills
- Learners progressing from introductory Sage training
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
- Apply accounting principles within Sage 50cloud Professional
- Manage day-to-day accounting processes more efficiently
- Produce and interpret financial information accurately
- Maintain accounting records in line with recognised best practice
- Process accounting transactions using Sage software
- Generate reports to support business decision-making
- Develop the skills required to support accounting functions within a business environment
- Prepare for and complete the associated qualification examinations
This course is ideal for learners who have already completed an introductory Sage course or have basic experience using Sage software and want to develop their accounting knowledge and practical skills further. Designed in partnership with Sage UK and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), this qualification combines practical Sage software training with the accounting principles required to support effective financial management in a business environment. The course helps learners understand not only how to use Sage, but also the accounting concepts that underpin day-to-day business finance. Throughout the course, delegates will develop their confidence in using Sage 50cloud Professional to manage more advanced accounting tasks, improve financial accuracy and produce meaningful financial information to support business decision-making. This course includes the associated examinations, allowing learners to work towards a recognised qualification. Delegates will also receive their own copy of Sage 50cloud Professional to download and use for the duration of the course.
Target Audience
- Existing Sage users looking to develop more advanced accounting and software skills
- Bookkeepers and accounts administrators seeking a recognised qualification
- Individuals responsible for managing business finances using Sage
- Business owners looking to improve their accounting knowledge and financial management skills
- Learners progressing from introductory Sage training
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
- Apply accounting principles within Sage 50cloud Professional
- Manage day-to-day accounting processes more efficiently
- Produce and interpret financial information accurately
- Maintain accounting records in line with recognised best practice
- Process accounting transactions using Sage software
- Generate reports to support business decision-making
- Develop the skills required to support accounting functions within a business environment
- Prepare for and complete the associated qualification examinations
CIMA Certificate in Sage 50 Accounts
The course comprises six units, as follows:
- How to make full use of the software, backup, restore and data security
- Transactions from customer and suppliers including invoice creation
- Cash, bank and budget control and reconciliation
- Management and comparative reporting
- VAT returns, EC sales and Intrastat
- Tailoring reports and layouts including email statements and remittances
- Project (job) costing for detailed individual job/project control
CIMA Certificate in Sage 50 Accounts
The course comprises six units, as follows:
- How to make full use of the software, backup, restore and data security
- Transactions from customer and suppliers including invoice creation
- Cash, bank and budget control and reconciliation
- Management and comparative reporting
- VAT returns, EC sales and Intrastat
- Tailoring reports and layouts including email statements and remittances
- Project (job) costing for detailed individual job/project control
This course is delivered as a flexible online self-study programme, allowing you to learn at your own pace and at times that suit your schedule. Course materials, activities and assessments are accessed through the online learning portal, giving you the freedom to study from any location with internet access.
Duration
The course typically requires around 40 hours of study. Most learners complete the programme over a period of approximately 10 weeks, studying for around four hours per week. However, as the course is self-paced, you can progress at a speed that works best for you.
Assessment
The course includes a range of self-assessments, quizzes, practice exercises and knowledge checks designed to help reinforce learning throughout the programme. Upon completion of the learning activities, learners will undertake a final online assessment to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of Sage 50 Accounts.
Qualification Successful learners will be awarded the CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate, providing recognition of their Sage software skills and accounting knowledge.
This course is delivered as a flexible online self-study programme, allowing you to learn at your own pace and at times that suit your schedule. Course materials, activities and assessments are accessed through the online learning portal, giving you the freedom to study from any location with internet access.
Duration
The course typically requires around 40 hours of study. Most learners complete the programme over a period of approximately 10 weeks, studying for around four hours per week. However, as the course is self-paced, you can progress at a speed that works best for you.
Assessment
The course includes a range of self-assessments, quizzes, practice exercises and knowledge checks designed to help reinforce learning throughout the programme. Upon completion of the learning activities, learners will undertake a final online assessment to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of Sage 50 Accounts.
Qualification Successful learners will be awarded the CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate, providing recognition of their Sage software skills and accounting knowledge.
- Your own copy of Sage 50cloud Professional to download and use for the duration of the six-month course (extensions are available, additional fees may apply)
- Six months’ access to the Sage learning platform, including comprehensive online course materials, videos, quizzes, formative assessments and practical case study simulations
- Step-by-step learning resources designed in partnership with Sage UK and CIMA
- Access to practice activities and exercises to help reinforce learning and prepare for the qualification assessments
- Your own copy of Sage 50cloud Professional to download and use for the duration of the six-month course (extensions are available, additional fees may apply)
- Six months’ access to the Sage learning platform, including comprehensive online course materials, videos, quizzes, formative assessments and practical case study simulations
- Step-by-step learning resources designed in partnership with Sage UK and CIMA
- Access to practice activities and exercises to help reinforce learning and prepare for the qualification assessments
Learners should have completed an introductory Sage course or possess equivalent knowledge and experience of using Sage accounting software. A basic understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial terminology is recommended to help learners get the most from the course.
Learners should have completed an introductory Sage course or possess equivalent knowledge and experience of using Sage accounting software. A basic understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial terminology is recommended to help learners get the most from the course.
Who is the CIMA Certificate in Sage 50 Accounts suitable for?
The course is ideal for learners who already have some introductory experience with Sage and want to develop a more comprehensive understanding of Sage 50 Accounts. It is particularly suitable for bookkeepers, finance professionals, accounts staff and business owners who want to develop recognised Sage accounting skills.
Do I need previous Sage experience?
Some previous experience with Sage is recommended. The course is designed for learners who have already completed introductory Sage training or have equivalent practical experience and now want to develop their skills further.
Is this an accredited Sage qualification?
Yes. The course has been developed in partnership with Sage UK and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Upon successful completion, you will receive the CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate.
Who is the CIMA Certificate in Sage 50 Accounts suitable for?
The course is ideal for learners who already have some introductory experience with Sage and want to develop a more comprehensive understanding of Sage 50 Accounts. It is particularly suitable for bookkeepers, finance professionals, accounts staff and business owners who want to develop recognised Sage accounting skills.
Do I need previous Sage experience?
Some previous experience with Sage is recommended. The course is designed for learners who have already completed introductory Sage training or have equivalent practical experience and now want to develop their skills further.
Is this an accredited Sage qualification?
Yes. The course has been developed in partnership with Sage UK and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Upon successful completion, you will receive the CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course is ideal for learners who already have some introductory experience with Sage and want to develop a more comprehensive understanding of Sage 50 Accounts. It is particularly suitable for bookkeepers, finance professionals, accounts staff and business owners who want to develop recognised Sage accounting skills.
Some previous experience with Sage is recommended. The course is designed for learners who have already completed introductory Sage training or have equivalent practical experience and now want to develop their skills further.
Yes. The course has been developed in partnership with Sage UK and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Upon successful completion, you will receive the CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate.
The course is completed online through a self-study learning portal, allowing you to study at times that suit you. You will have access to learning materials including videos, quizzes, start files, formative tests and practice case-study simulations.
You receive six months’ access to the course. The learning itself typically requires around 40 hours of study, so you can work through the content at a pace that suits your existing work and personal commitments.
Yes. You will receive your own copy of Sage 50cloud Professional to download and use for the duration of your six-month course access, so you can practise the skills you are learning using the software.
You will develop practical Sage 50 skills across customer and supplier transactions, invoicing, banking and reconciliation, budgeting, management reporting, VAT, report customisation and project costing. The course also covers backup, restore and data security.
Yes. You will learn how Sage can be used for VAT returns as well as management and comparative reporting. You will also explore how reports and layouts can be tailored to meet different business requirements.
The course contains self-assessments and practice tests throughout your learning, followed by a final online assessment. The required assessments are included as part of the course.
Yes. The course is specifically designed for flexible self-paced study. As the learning materials are available online, you can decide when and where you study and spread the approximately 40 hours of learning across your six-month access period.
Frequently Asked Questions
The course is ideal for learners who already have some introductory experience with Sage and want to develop a more comprehensive understanding of Sage 50 Accounts. It is particularly suitable for bookkeepers, finance professionals, accounts staff and business owners who want to develop recognised Sage accounting skills.
Some previous experience with Sage is recommended. The course is designed for learners who have already completed introductory Sage training or have equivalent practical experience and now want to develop their skills further.
Yes. The course has been developed in partnership with Sage UK and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Upon successful completion, you will receive the CIMA Accredited Sage Certificate.
The course is completed online through a self-study learning portal, allowing you to study at times that suit you. You will have access to learning materials including videos, quizzes, start files, formative tests and practice case-study simulations.
You receive six months’ access to the course. The learning itself typically requires around 40 hours of study, so you can work through the content at a pace that suits your existing work and personal commitments.
Yes. You will receive your own copy of Sage 50cloud Professional to download and use for the duration of your six-month course access, so you can practise the skills you are learning using the software.
You will develop practical Sage 50 skills across customer and supplier transactions, invoicing, banking and reconciliation, budgeting, management reporting, VAT, report customisation and project costing. The course also covers backup, restore and data security.
Yes. You will learn how Sage can be used for VAT returns as well as management and comparative reporting. You will also explore how reports and layouts can be tailored to meet different business requirements.
The course contains self-assessments and practice tests throughout your learning, followed by a final online assessment. The required assessments are included as part of the course.
Yes. The course is specifically designed for flexible self-paced study. As the learning materials are available online, you can decide when and where you study and spread the approximately 40 hours of learning across your six-month access period.
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