Business and Technology (FBT)

Educational Background: No prior business or technology experience is required. A basic understanding of mathematics and logical reasoning will be advantageous for navigating the course material effectively. 

Language Proficiency: Learners should possess strong English language skills, as all course materials, assessments, and discussions are delivered in English. 

Interest in Business and Technology: This course is ideal for those keen on exploring the relationship between business functions and technological advancements while pursuing ACCA qualifications. 

• Understand Business Environments: Explore the influence of internal and external factors on business performance and strategy. 

• Develop Governance and Leadership Knowledge: Learn the principles of effective leadership and ethical governance practices. 

• Leverage Technology: Understand how technological advancements shape business operations and decision-making processes. 

• Analyse Financial and Non-Financial Information: Build skills in evaluating information to support organisational objectives. 

The Business and Technology (FBT) Course is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in business and technology, including: 

• Aspiring Business Professionals 

• Junior Finance Officers 

• Accounts Assistants 

• IT Support Officers in Business Settings 

• Entry-Level Managers 

• Business Analysts in Training 

Module 1: The business organisation and its external environment 

• The purpose and types of business organisation
• Stakeholders in business organisations
• Political and legal factors affecting business
• Macroeconomic factors
• Microeconomic factors
• Social and demographic factors
• Technological factors
• Environmental and sustainability factors
• Competitive factors
   

Module 2: Organisational structure, culture, governance and sustainability 

• The formal and informal business organisation
• Business organisational structure
• Organisational culture
• Governance in business organisations
• Sustainable business practices
   

Module 3: Business functions, regulation and technology

• The relationship between accounting and other business functions
• Accounting and finance functions within business organisations
• Regulation and financial crime
• Financial information provided by business
• Financial systems and technology
• Internal controls
• The impact of advances in technology

Module 4: Leadership and management 

• Leadership, management, and supervision
• Individual and group behaviour in business organisations
• Team formation, development, and management
• Motivating individuals and teams
• Learning and training at work
• Review and appraisal of individual performance
   

Module 5: Personal effectiveness and communication in business 

• Personal effectiveness
• Consequences of ineffectiveness at work
• Competence frameworks and personal development
• Sources of conflicts and techniques for conflict resolution
• Communicating in business
   

Module 6: Professional ethics 

• Fundamental principles of ethical behaviour
• The role of regulatory and professional bodies in promoting ethical and Business and Technology (BT/FBT) 7 © ACCA 2024-2025 All rights reserved. professional standards in the accountancy profession
• Corporate codes of ethics
• Ethical conflicts and dilemma