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Accounting and Finance

Richmond Business School – accounting and finance courses in Richmond  

Advance your career and build confidence with RHACC’s comprehensive Accounting and Finance courses. Whether you’re starting out or pursuing professional development, our high-quality, career-focused courses, taught by industry-expert tutors, will equip you with essential skills, recognised qualifications and flexible study options to fit your life.

Join us in the heart of vibrant Richmond- just one minute from the High Street. With modern classrooms and fully equipped digital suites, it offers the perfect environment for professional growth

Professional Facilities

Study in dedicated business school classrooms and IT suites, equipped for bookkeeping, financial analysis, Excel training, Sage and Xero software practice, and business administration workshops.

Expert Tutors

Learn from enthusiastic professionals who are specialists in their field – committed to nurturing your accounting journey, whether that’s refining skills or exploring career pathways.

Flexible Learning Options

Take courses in daytime, evening, weekend and online formats to fit study around your work, family, and lifestyle commitments.

Career-Focused Courses and Qualifications

Choose from a wide selection of pathways tailored to your goals, whether you are a beginner, a career changer, looking to upskill or a business owner we have a course to suit you:

Many courses offer free or discounted fees, bursary access, and financial support

Accounting – AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate
Start Date: Wednesday, 16th September 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Wednesday, 7th July 2027
Time: 10am-2pm Wed
Duration: 36 weeks
Level: 2
Cost: £1210 / Free
Thinking about a career in accounting? This course is perfect if you’re starting out or have recently begun your journey. You’ll learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping and accounting, explore computerised bookkeeping and grasp basic costing…
Accounting – AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma
Start Date: Thursday, 10th September 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Thursday, 28th January 2027
Time: 9:30am-5pm Thu
Duration: 34 weeks
Level: 3
Cost: £2995 / Free
Ready to take your accounting skills to the next level? The AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma builds on what you learned in Level 2, giving you the expertise to tackle more complex accounting tasks. This course is perfect for anyone wanting to advance…
Accounting – AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma
Start Date: Wednesday, 3rd March 2027
End Date: Wednesday, 12th July 2028
Time: 9:30am-5pm Wed
Duration: 51 weeks
Level: 4
Cost: £3009 / Free
Ready to take your accounting skills to the next level? This AAT Level 4 course covers advanced accounting tasks like drafting financial statements and managing budgets. It’s perfect if you’ve completed Levels 2 and 3 and want to specialise in areas…
Accounting and Finance – Introduction
Start Date: Friday, 13th November 2026
Plus 2 alternative start dates
End Date: Friday, 18th December 2026
Time: 10am-1:30pm Fri
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: £196 / £137
Are you interested in understanding the basics of small business accountancy? This course is designed for you! We’ll cover essential accounting principles, practices and terminology. You’ll gain a solid foundation in finance, whether you’re…
AI in Accounting and Business
Start Date: Thursday, 12th November 2026
End Date: Thursday, 17th December 2026
Time: 10am-1pm Thu
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: £168 / £117
Bookkeeping – AAT Level 1 Award
Start Date: Monday, 28th September 2026
Plus 3 alternative start dates
End Date: Monday, 7th December 2026
Time: 6pm-9pm Tue
Duration: 10 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: £306 / Free
Are you interested in the world of finance and bookkeeping? This introductory course will teach you the principles of double-entry bookkeeping, assets, and profit and loss identification. It’s a great way to increase your employability, confidence,…
Bookkeeping – AAT Level 2 Certificate
Start Date: Tuesday, 22nd September 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Tuesday, 9th March 2027
Time: 9:30am-1pm Tue
Duration: 20 weeks
Level: 2
Cost: £514 / Free
Are you looking to start a career in accounting or improve your bookkeeping skills? This AAT Level 2 Certificate will give you a solid foundation in bookkeeping, covering everything from double-entry systems to digital accounting processes. You’ll…
Bookkeeping – AAT Level 3 Certificate
Start Date: Tuesday, 22nd September 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Tuesday, 6th April 2027
Time: 9:30am-4pm Tue
Duration: 24 weeks
Level: 3
Cost: £1533 / Free
Looking to take your bookkeeping skills to the next level? The Level 3 AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping is designed for you. Awarded by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), this course is perfect for those who’ve completed Level…
Business, Administration and Finance – Certificate in Skills for Professions
Start Date: Friday, 2nd October 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Friday, 22nd January 2027
Time: 9:30am-2:30pm Fri
Duration: 14 weeks
Level: 2
Cost: £521 / Free
Are you looking to start a career in business, administration, or finance? This course gives you the skills and knowledge you need to take the first step. You’ll gain a solid foundation in key areas, preparing you for further study or entry-level…
Employability Skills for Finance and Accounting roles
Start Date: Friday, 23rd April 2027
End Date: Friday, 7th May 2027
Time: 10am-1pm Fri
Duration: 3 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: £84 / £58
Employability Skills for the Digital Industry
Start Date: Wednesday, 20th January 2027
End Date: Wednesday, 3rd February 2027
Time: 10am-1pm Fri
Duration: 3 weeks
Level: 2
Cost: £90
Level 3 Understanding Autism
Start Date: Saturday, 16th January 2027
End Date: Saturday, 3rd April 2027
Time: 12:00am-12:00am Sat
Duration: 12 weeks
Level: 3
Cost: £713 / Free
This course is suitable for those who want to develop their numeracy skills to support their development as an accountant or bookkeeper. Advanced expertise in mathematics is not required to succeed as a bookkeeper or an accountant. What is needed,…
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Rosalind Jenkins

AAT & Maths Tutor

Rosalind is a maths graduate and qualified chartered accountant who spent 15 years at Ernst&Young in London as an auditor and advisor on accounting regulations. She teaches AAT and maths at RHACC, drawing on her extensive professional and higher education teaching experience, and holds an MSc in Educational Neuroscience focused on adult learning.

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Join our supportive community and gain the qualifications and practical skills you need to excel in accounting and finance. With industry-experienced tutors, real-world training, and flexible learning, RHACC empowers you towards success.