1. Overview for HN Accounting Event 28 October 09

2. Who we are? Sectors covered Banking Insurance Investment Financial advice Credit, leasing and finance Accountancy

3. What we do research qualifications employers SSA / SQS stakeholders solutions careers NOS

4. Key activities in Scotland Employability skills issues Leadership and Management Promotion of sector and careers Financial Education Partnership Involved in key Scottish Groups e.g. FiSIG

5. Education - Accountancy National Occupational Standards Qualifications SVQ and competence based qualifications Vocational qualifications e.g. AAT, ACCA HNC / HND in accounting Professional qualifications

6. Focus groups in Scotland –Public sector –Private sector On line survey Telephone survey Accountancy research

9. What is Directions? Specialist source of careers information High street concept Role profiles Career stories Education and training options Finding a job Signposting Money tree game

11. Thank you