Have you studied SAGE?

before_hollywood

first of all congratulations, i studied sage from september 05 to summer 06, did levels 1 and 2 but i don't know how this compares to yours:
level 1 was really basic, no entry qualification as such, only being able to use a computer, it was basic data entry and balancing, the exam was an hour, i finished in 14 minutes i think and got first class pass (our exam boards highest grade), second one was harder, longer exam, took me roughly half an hour, some students got fast tracked through both in the timescale for the first one but i wouldn't recommend this as level 2 is harder, i got first class pass in that too

Jo4

before_hollywood wrote: »

first of all congratulations, i studied sage from september 05 to summer 06, did levels 1 and 2 but i don't know how this compares to yours:
level 1 was really basic, no entry qualification as such, only being able to use a computer, it was basic data entry and balancing, the exam was an hour, i finished in 14 minutes i think and got first class pass (our exam boards highest grade), second one was harder, longer exam, took me roughly half an hour, some students got fast tracked through both in the timescale for the first one but i wouldn't recommend this as level 2 is harder, i got first class pass in that too

THANKS! All 3 of my exams lasted 1 1/2 hours each. My first exam you either passed or failed, I passed. The second one was easier IMO and you either failed, passed or got a credit (the best result apparently) and I got a credit. The third exam you either passed or failed and I passed. Can I ask what examining board you did your exams with?

liney

My new position at work means i really need to learn to use Sage line 50, however it's a new package the director has just bought, and no one in the office has any experience with it. He is quite happy to pay for me to have training, and i would prefer to do distance learning as i can do the course at work, so i just wondered who you did yours through Jo4? or can anyone recommend a company? Many thanks)

mikewebs

Hi There
Check your local colleges they may run courses. Also, do you have accountancy qualification? IF not, why not get your boss to pay for that too - unless you already have relevant qualifications? (Something like the Association of Accounting Technicians).

Sometimes, whilst SAGE is doing all the number crunching, you could get a false picture of things if you don't know what all the accounts actually mean and how they are constructed. For example, do you know what a control account is, what it's used for and how it's constructed and where the figures come from?

Just a thought

Jo4

liney wrote: »

My new position at work means i really need to learn to use Sage line 50, however it's a new package the director has just bought, and no one in the office has any experience with it. He is quite happy to pay for me to have training, and i would prefer to do distance learning as i can do the course at work, so i just wondered who you did yours through Jo4? or can anyone recommend a company? Many thanks)

I completed mine through a local college. Sorry I cannot recommend a company but I hope someone on here can help you and will respond shortly.

mikewebs

Hi There

SAGE have their own training centres too, here's a list:

http://www.sage.co.uk/productsandservices/home.aspx?tid=131921&stid=138774

Oh yes, try your accountants, they may be able to tell you where the baest local training is. Hope this helps you

chanceinamillion

jamminjamaica wrote: »

hi there

i work work a eu prject which provides free computerised accounting classes (sage) we offer 2 level beginners which covers basic book keeping and sage level 1 and 2 the other course covers everything plus level three.

you do not need any previous qualifications but for some people a bit of basic accounting terminology might be an advantage but definately NOT necessary. you will do fine. good luck

Hi all,
I've just found this site and I'm thinking of doing a Sage course. Does anyone have a direct link to a course similar as above?
Some of the college prices are close to extortionate, so I'll be grateful for any reasonably priced courses that I can apply to and I won't have to live on cold beans while I'm studying. Thanks

pelirocco

Sage isnt really accounts , all you need to know is where to put stuff , not necessarily why !! ( I have used sage for about 15 years ) ....

kazd

I am interested in trying to find out about a Sage course as well. I did have someone come round from Home Learning but they wanted in the region of £2.5k for the course.

Any pointers in the right direction gratefully received.

I have taken Level 2 in book-keeping with International Assoc of Book-keepers. However, that was several years ago so would need to refresh.

kbrumann

Having looked at Sage 50 and Sage 100 I must say there are much better accounting applications for small to medium sized businesses. We for example use Mamut centrally hosted, which I would recommend very much. The only advantage of Sage is that there are very many accountants who are used to it.