About this course
This bookkeeping course is designed to provide you with the hands-on knowledge and skills needed to manage financial transactions in any business. From recording financial transactions in subsidiary journals, managing VAT, and preparing trial balances, to managing inventory through accounting entries, this course covers it all.
With a practical approach, it makes it easy for you to master the essentials of bookkeeping and opens up various career opportunities. Enrol now and take the first step towards a successful career in bookkeeping
6 units
6 months at 8 hours/week
- Certificate included
Bookkeeping
TYPE:
Short Course
MODE:
Fully Online
DURATION:
6 months
PACE:
8 h/week
Flexible payment options available
What you will learn about
This course contains 6 units and can be completed in 6 months at the recommended pace of 8 hours per week:
- Unit 1. Introduction to Business Bookkeeping and Accounting
- Unit 2. The Accounting Equation and Double-Entry System
- Unit 3. Value-Added Tax and Source Documents
- Unit 4. Recording Cash Transactions
- Unit 5. Record Credit and Sundry Transactions
- Unit 6. Inventory Systems
With our structured approach to learning, you can quickly gain valuable knowledge and skills. All courses include onboarding information, video lessons and multiple assessment opportunities.
Upon successful completion of this course you should be able to:
- Understand and articulate the nature and function of bookkeeping;
- Record transactions using the double-entry system of accounting;
- Explain the VAT system and how it is used;
- Record and calculate VAT;
- Identify different source documents used in a business entity;
- Record bookkeeping transactions in the cash journals;
- Record transactions in the general journal;
- Prepare a trial balance;
- Record credit and sundry transactions in the relevant journals; and
- Identify perpetual and periodic inventory systems and perform calculations related to these inventory systems.
Is this course right for me?
The course is aimed at students wanting to enter the bookkeeping profession and students who wish to upskill themselves in the world of business as it relates to accounting and bookkeeping functions. The course is intended for all students, regardless of prior knowledge, so that they can be empowered and gain the value needed to enter the world of bookkeeping.
The course provides students with the fundamental knowledge of the bookkeeping cycle as well as developing skills in recording financial transactions. These skills are important for office administrators/managers as well as bookkeepers at an entry-level. The course also provides an understanding of the bookkeeping process to ensure the preparation of the trial balance.
In many organisations errors in the recording of financial transactions not only lead to wrong reports, but they can also have legal consequences from SARS or other regulatory bodies. An organisation needs to employ skilled people when it comes to the recording and management of financial transactions. This course is therefore a value add for employees and employers.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be equipped to pursue a range of exciting careers such as:
- Bookkeeper
- Junior Bookkeeper
- Office Manager
- Office Administrator
When can you start this course?
Our Short Courses are administered in various intakes throughout the year. Enrol for a date that suits you or enquire now if you’d like more information.
Short Course Admissions
- Minimum of Grade 9 (Standard 7)
- At least 18 years of age
- Alternate admission is possible on the basis of Mature Age exemption (23 years and older)
- Ability to read and write in English, which is the language of instruction
- Students should also possess a basic level of digital literacy skills
Our Short Course programmes are offered all year round, making enrolling easy and convenient anytime. Complete our online application form, and await a call from one of our friendly Enrolment Consultants.
At iQ Academy, we offer all our programmes exclusively through online learning. Students must have regular access to a device and a stable internet connection, whether via a mobile device or any other means.
Don’t worry about course materials, as they are all available online and can be downloaded to your smartphone, PC or tablet for offline use. We do not provide printed textbooks. If you prefer printed materials, you can easily download and print them yourself.
Our teaching and learning activities occur 100% online. If you require more information, please feel free to enquire now.
- A PC, Tablet or Smartphone
- Access to a reliable internet connection
- An active email account
- At least 1GB of data per month
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Short Course FAQ’s
Our curricula are developed by industry experts and are internally quality-assured and approved by our Academic Board. Our short courses are institutional programmes and are non-credit bearing. For more information on our institutional registration and accreditation status view our accreditations.
Short courses are typically non-credit-bearing programmes, affording students the opportunity to build their professional credentials without the higher cost and time associated with studying for a university degree or qualification.
There are no written examinations for short courses. As part of your learning, you are encouraged to complete short quizzes throughout each unit, which help you build and test your knowledge. You must complete and submit one formative assessment at the end of each unit. To meet the requirements for a course, you will have to pass the final summative assessment at the end of the course, before you can get certified.
Once you have completed your course, you will get an iQ Academy Short Course Certificate. Your certificate demonstrates that you have acquired industry-relevant skills which can enhance your promotional and employment opportunities. In order to qualify for a certificate you will need to:
- Pass all your assignments
- Pay up your student account
Our short courses integrate interactive media with e-learning activities as well as online recorded lectures. The following learning activities form part of the overall learning path:
- Reading activities
- Multimedia activities such as video clips and podcasts
- Self-reflections
- Case studies
- Assessment activities & compulsory submission of formative and summative assessments