In the era of technology-driven transformation, mastering the tools to practically analyse and evaluate value-added tax (VAT) principles in depth is paramount. To thrive in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, mastering the utilisation of technology for data extraction in VAT reconciliations and cost-saving evaluations is indispensable.
After the successful completion of this course, you’ll emerge empowered to offer sound VAT compliance advice, and expertly handle disputes with SARS, establishing yourself as a trusted and respected VAT advisor.
Mode of delivery
Online learning with flexible weekly study plans.
Duration and effort
Duration: 16 weeks.
Weekly effort: Six to eight hours per week.
What you will learn in this course
The following modules include both the knowledge and practical skills in order to master the subject:
Admission requirements
A basic VAT and Accounting understanding is required with a sufficient level of digital and numeracy skills, therefore te entry criteria are:
This course is for you if:
Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, you will be able to:
Accreditation
The Tax Faculty (TTF) is recognised as a continuous professional development (CPD) provider by controlling bodies accredited in terms of the Tax Administration Act No 28 of 2011.
TTF also holds accreditation with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) as a Skills Development Partner (SDP) under the Skills Development Act No 97 of 1998 to deliver the academic and practical skills components of the Tax Technician and Tax Professional Occupational qualifications. Accreditation number 07-QCTO/SDP070223111004.
Assessment and award of certificate
Learners are assessed via a number of formative and summative assessments. Successful learners will receive a Short Learning Programme (SLP) certificate of competence issued by The Tax Faculty, which is not credit bearing and does not lead to a qualification. However, successful learners articulating into the Occupational Certificate: Tax Technician (NQF 6) through The Tax Faculty, will obtain a statement of results towards the NQF 6 qualification. In addition, this just-in-time learning programme meet the requirements for verifiable tax CPD credits.
Student support and online campus
The academic and practical skills component of the qualification is delivered on The Tax Faculty's online Tax Campus.
This will be your virtual campus for the duration of the programme. The course is presented as micro-learning videos, study guides, practice quizzes, discussion forums, practical case studies, assignment briefs and guided presentations on how to master case studies and assignments. Academic lecturers are available on the Q&A portal as they would be in a classroom.
At the beginning of each semester, you'll be presented with the course content plan, a study plan and important assignment dates which are set out at manageable deadlines. This will help you study at your own pace.
In addition, you will be allocated a course consultant who will help you navigate the online campus, support you with your weekly participation and deadlines, and will be able to answer any administrative queries you may have.
Flexible payment options
Payment option 1: Once-off payment
Total: R7 950.00.
Payment option 2: Debit order
Application fee (non-refundable): R450.00.
Three instalments: R2 700.00 per month.
Total: R9 000.00.
* First debit order will be collected on course start date. Remaining debit orders will be collected on the first working day of each month.
Payments and cancellations
Conditions
For all short learning programmes (SLPs) with a seven-month or less rollout period, the following will apply:
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