An Introduction to Basic Accounting
This course is specifically designed for individuals who are interested in learning the fundamental basics of accounting.
About this course
This Introduction to Basic Accounting course provides in-depth knowledge and understanding of the importance of accurately recording financial documents through the accounting system to enable businesses to produce accurate and meaningful financial statements
What will you learn in the course
In this course, you will explore why accounting is a key part of every business, and understand that accounting involves more than just making a profit. You will recognise that financial documents have to go through a rigorous process to enable business owners to produce financial statements to assess the health and wealth of their business.
Course curriculum
The course features eight key areas.
- What is Accounting?
- What is the purpose of Accounting?
- Different types of accountants
- Different types of accounting systems
- Computerised Accounting vs Manual Bookkeeping
- Double entry bookkeeping
- Financial statements
- Users of the financial statements
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