This course will have value for the individual seeking a basic understanding of the most up-to-date terminology and concepts the ‘International Language of Business’. Individuals are provided the opportunity to come to terms with the Accounting Framework, basic debits and credits, double entries, how to strike the optimum balance between healthy profits and cash flows, balancing the books and reconciling outstanding amounts.
SACOB Short Courses are not accredited and are intended to offer you knowledge and skills in a particular field and is a non-credit bearing short course.
This study option includes:
Basic Bookkeeping
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Description
This course will have value for the individual seeking a basic understanding of the most up-to-date terminology and concepts the ‘International Language of Business’. By following the basic principles taught in this course, individuals are provided the opportunity to come to terms with the Accounting Framework, basic debits and credits, double entries, processing, and reconciliations. This course also demonstrates how to strike the optimum balance between healthy profits and cash flows, how to balance the books and how to reconcile outstanding amounts.
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Accreditation
This is a SACOB Short Learning Programme or Short Course.
Overview
Basic concepts in bookkeeping and accounting
The rules of double entry
Value Added Tax and source documents
Recording cash transactions
Recording credit and sundry transactions
Inventory systems
Accounts receivable and accounts payable
The bank reconciliation process
Reconciling supplier statements
Qualification
Certificate of Completion of SACOB Basic Bookkeeping.
Designation
This Short Course can qualify you for an advantage in studying in the field of Bookkeeping and Accounting, and can make you eligible to take on more senior responsibilities in your current position.
Requirements
This course is suited for anyone who is wanting to gain knowledge and understanding within the field. There are no specific entrance requirements.
Duration
10 weeks
Packages
SACOB Online Classroom.
The course is completed online with physical textbooks being couriered to your door to allow for both online and offline studies.
Assessment
Self-assessment quizzes
Timed Quiz 1
Written assignment
Timed Quiz 2
What's next
You are now eligible to further your studies and sharpen your skills with more short courses or take it a level up and go for a professional body certification to build onto these vital skills.
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