Students who want to work in accounting or finance often choose to take classes in auditing. These programs can prepare them with the skills to be able to analyze financial documents and make recommendations for success.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.