Professional Certificate Course in Understanding Accounting Concepts Principles and Theories
Completion Time
2 Weeks
Accreditation
3 CPD Hours
Level
Advanced
Start time
Anytime
About the course
The course aims to master the accounting fundamentals with Understanding of Accounting Concepts, Principles, and Theories.
After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following;
- Understand accounting concepts.
- Learn various accounting concepts and principles.
- Concepts of accounting theory.
- Learn various elements of accounting theory.
- Learn financial statement fraud and its types.
Course details
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting concepts and principles, including the key elements of accounting theory. Through this module, students will explore various accounting concepts, such as assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses, and how they are recorded and reported in financial statements. Additionally, students will learn about the principles of financial accounting, including the accounting equation and double-entry accounting.
In addition to these foundational concepts, this module also covers the accounting theories underpinning the field. Students will learn about the key elements of accounting theory, including the agency, stakeholder, and positive accounting theories, and how these theories shape how accounting is practised. Furthermore, students will be introduced to financial statement fraud, including its various types, and how it can be prevented and detected in modern accounting practice.
Module: Understanding Accounting Concepts, Principles And Theories
Lecture: 1
Quiz: 1
This course aims to furnish students with a thorough grasp of accounting concepts and principles, encompassing the fundamental components of accounting theory. Within this module, learners will delve into diverse accounting notions, such as assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses, and their methods of recording and presentation in financial statements. Moreover, students will be introduced to the tenets of financial accounting, including the accounting equation and the practice of double-entry accounting.
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Understanding Accounting Concepts, Principles and Theories
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Understanding Accounting Concepts, Principles and Theories
Accreditation
All of our courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to our information in about us for more details.Entry requirement
There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course.The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience.
- CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor
- Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Business Manager
- Controller
- Financial Controller
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Financial Reporting Manager
- Tax Accountant
- Auditor
- Investment Banker
- Financial Consultant
- Business Owner/Entrepreneur.
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