Fundamentals of Taxation
Tax affects almost every business decision and mistakes can be expensive. This course provides a working knowledge of the main taxes, how they are calculated, and the obligations businesses must meet.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Understanding the main types of business and personal tax
- 02Calculating common corporate and employment tax liabilities
- 03Applying value added tax to sales and purchases
- 04Meeting filing, payment and compliance obligations on time
- 05Distinguishing legitimate tax planning from evasion
- 06Keeping records that fully support the tax return
What you will gain
- Understand the main types of business tax
- Calculate common tax liabilities
- Meet filing and payment obligations
- Distinguish tax planning from evasion
- Keep records that support tax returns
Who should attend
- Finance and accounts staff
- Small business owners
- Bookkeepers
- Staff new to tax responsibilities
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 to 28 Oct 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 16 to 18 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 18 to 20 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 5 to 7 Apr 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 7 to 9 Jun 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Finance, Accounting & Budgeting
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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