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Basic Accounting
Basic Accounting Course — 100% Live Online
Join Skillspark’s 100% live online Basic Accounting course. Earn Course Completion Certificate with 100% placement support for basic accounting-based careers across Kerala and the Gulf.
- Duration : 10 Days
- Eligibility: Plus 2
- Certifications: Course Completion Certification
- Mode: 100% Live Online — attend from Kerala, India, or the Gulf
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Syllabus - What will you learn in Basic Accounting course
This 2 Months 100% live online program — real instructor-led sessions, not pre-recorded videos covers the complete Tally Prime curriculum with hands-on practical training throughout every module.
Course at a Glance — All Modules
# | Module | Key Topics Covered |
1 | Introduction to Accounting | Definition, functions, users of accounting, accounting cycle, types of accounts |
2 | Types of Business Entities | Sole proprietorship, partnership, company, LLP — accounting implications |
3 | Accounting Principles and Concepts | GAAP, going concern, consistency, accrual, matching, prudence, materiality |
4 | Classification and Rules of Accounts | Personal, real, nominal accounts — debit and credit rules — golden rules |
5 | Journal and Ledger | Journal entry format, compound entries, ledger posting, balancing of ledger accounts |
6 | Cash Book and its Types | Single column, double column, triple column cash book, petty cash book |
7 | Depreciation and Its Impact | Straight line method, written down value method, journal entries, asset schedule |
8 | Trial Balance Preparation | Purpose, format, errors in trial balance, adjusted trial balance |
9 | Trading and Profit & Loss Account | Gross profit, net profit calculation, direct and indirect expenses, format |
10 | Year-End Adjustments | Outstanding expenses, prepaid expenses, accrued income, advance income, provisions |
11 | Balance Sheet Preparation | Assets, liabilities, capital, format — marshalling of balance sheet |
12 | Accounting Documents | Invoice, debit note, credit note, receipt, payment voucher, journal voucher |
13 | Industrial-Oriented Journal Entry Practice | Real-world sector-specific journal entries — trading, manufacturing, services |
Detailed Syllabus
Detailed Syllabus
Introduction to Accounting
Key Accounting Terminologies | Understanding Accounting: Event and Transaction | Bookkeeping vs. Accounting | Role of Stakeholders in Business | Important Business Terminologies
Types of Business Entities
Sole Proprietorship | Partnership | Company | Formalities and Procedures for Establishing Each Entity
Accounting Principles and Concepts
Capital and Revenue Transactions | Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) | Capital and Revenue Expenditure | Deferred Revenue Expenditure | Capital and Revenue Receipt | Accounting Concepts and Conventions | Double Entry System of Bookkeeping
Classification and Rules of Accounts
Account Definition | Classification of Accounts: Assets, Liabilities, Equity, Revenue, and Expenses | Debit and Credit: Traditional and Modern Rules
Journal and Ledger
Understanding the Journal: Purpose and Preparation | Ledger: Posting and Balancing | Trial Balance: Purpose and Preparation
Cash Book and its Types
Types of Cash Books: Simple, Two-column, Three-column | Understanding Discounts in Cash Book | Day Book Preparation Using Google Sheets
Depreciation and Its Impact
Definition of Depreciation and Its Causes | The Necessity of Charging Depreciation | Factors Considered for Depreciation Calculation | Methods of Depreciation (Straight-line, Diminishing Balance, etc.) | Provisions and Reserves
Trial Balance Preparation
Importance of Trial Balance | Steps for Preparing a Trial Balance
Trading and Profit & Loss Account
Trading Account: Definition and Preparation | Profit and Loss Account: Definition and Preparation
Year-End Adjustments
Adjustments in Final Accounts | Handling Prepaid and Outstanding Expenses | Treatment of Depreciation, Provisions, and Reserves
Balance Sheet Preparation
Structure and Format of a Balance Sheet | Preparation of Financial Statements Using Excel
Accounting Documents
Key Accounting Documents and Vouchers | Purpose of Accounting Documents | Filing and Storing Documents: Best Practices
Industrial-Oriented Journal Entry Practice
Practical Journal Entry Practice Using JET Simulation
What Makes Skillspark's Online Basic Accounting Course Different?
Most online Basic Accounting courses in Kerala teach only theory through pre-recorded videos — without hands-on practice or interview preparation. Skillspark’s Basic Accounting course goes significantly further in a single 10 Days 100% live instructor-led program.
- Industrial-oriented journal entry practice — real-world sector-specific entries across trading, manufacturing, and services — unique to Skillspark
- Complete accounting cycle — from journal entries to trial balance and final accounts in just 10 days
- Balance sheet preparation — full balance sheet with year-end adjustments
- Cash book and its types — single, double, and triple column cash book
- Depreciation methods — straight line and written down value methods
- Accounting documents — invoice, debit note, credit note, receipt, and voucher formats
- Foundation for all advanced courses — prerequisite for Tally Prime, GST, SAP FICO, and Gulf accounting
- 10 days intensive — fastest route to accounting fundamentals certification in Kerala
Online Tally Prime Course — Benefits and Program Details
Skillspark’s online Basic Accounting course is a 10 Days 100% live online program — real instructor-led sessions, not pre-recorded videos — covering the complete basic accounting curriculum. Graduates earn Course Completion Certificate with 100% placement support across Kerala and the Gulf.
Key Benefits of This Course
• Course Completion Certificate — validates foundational accounting knowledge
• Complete accounting cycle — journal entries to balance sheet in 10 days
• Industrial-oriented journal entry practice — real-world sector-specific entries across trading, manufacturing, and services
• Balance sheet preparation — full balance sheet with year-end adjustments and marshalling
• Cash book types — single, double, and triple column cash book — practical daily bookkeeping
• Depreciation methods — straight line and written down value with journal entries
• Foundation for Tally Prime — students who complete Basic Accounting first progress significantly faster
• Foundation for GST — understanding accounting entries is essential for GST filing roles
• 10 days intensive — fastest route to accounting fundamentals certification
• Plus 2 eligible — no degree required
• 100% placement support — resume, LinkedIn, mock interviews, and hiring connections
Course Highlights
- 10-day intensive program — 100% live online
- Course Completion Certificate — validates foundational accounting knowledge
- 13 practical modules — complete accounting fundamentals curriculum
- Journal and Ledger — journal entry format, ledger posting, balancing
- Cash Book — single, double, and triple column cash book types
- Depreciation — straight line and written down value with journal entries
- Trial Balance — preparation, format, and error types
- Trading and P&L Account — gross profit, net profit, direct and indirect expenses
- Year-End Adjustments — outstanding expenses, prepaid, accrued income, provisions
- Balance Sheet — full balance sheet preparation with marshalling
- Industrial Journal Entry Practice — real-world sector-specific entries
- Foundation for Tally Prime, GST, and advanced accounting courses
- Plus 2 eligible — no degree required
- 100% placement support
Who Should Join Skillspark's Online Bsic Accounting Course?
Skillspark’s online Basic Accounting course is open to any Plus 2 pass or fail student — no degree required.
- Plus 2 and degree freshers — who want to start an accounting career from the very beginning
- Students before joining Tally Prime — Basic Accounting is the recommended prerequisite
- Commerce graduates — who want to refresh foundational accounting knowledge with practical exercises
- Non-commerce graduates — who want to enter the accounting field with no prior accounting background
- Working professionals — who use accounting tools but lack structured accounting principles knowledge
- Small business owners — who want to understand the accounting behind their own business
- Students alongside other courses — the 10-day duration makes it very easy to complete as a foundation
Salary Range: Basic Accounting skills support entry into accounts helper and junior bookkeeper roles starting at Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 per month. Combined with Tally Prime or GST certification, starting salaries increase to Rs. 13,000 to Rs. 20,000 per month.
Career Opportunities After Online Basic Accounting Course at Skillspark
Graduates secure jobs in accounting, compliance, and finance roles — in IT companies, hospitals, schools, trading companies, and Gulf organisations across Kerala.
- Accounts Helper — assist in day-to-day bookkeeping and data entry
- Junior Bookkeeper — maintain cash books, purchase books, and sales books for small businesses
- Accounts Trainee — entry-level accounting trainee in CA firms and accounting offices
- Store Keeper with Accounting Knowledge — manage inventory and accounts for trading businesses
- Foundation for Tally Operator — Basic Accounting is the recommended prerequisite for Tally Prime
- Foundation for GST Practitioner — accounting entries knowledge is essential for GST filing roles
Frequently Asked Questions on Basic Accounting
Is Skillspark's online Basic Accounting course live or pre-recorded?
Skillspark’s online Basic Accounting course is 100% live — all sessions are conducted by instructors in real time. You can ask questions, interact with trainers, and get immediate feedback. It is not a pre-recorded video course.
Can I join the online Basic Accounting course from the Gulf or outside Kerala?
Yes. The course is fully online and live — you can attend from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, or any location in India or abroad. The Course Completion Certificate you receive is identical regardless of where you join from.
What is the duration of the online Basic Accounting course at Skillspark?
The online Basic Accounting course is 10 Days — delivered as 100% live instructor-led sessions covering the complete Basic Accounting curriculum. You receive the same Course Completion Certificate as classroom students.
Can I attend the online Basic Accounting classes while working full time?
Yes. Skillspark offers morning, evening, and weekend batch timings specifically designed for working professionals — including students in Gulf time zones. You can discuss your preferred timing during the free consultation.
Is the Course Completion Certificate for the online Basic Accounting course the same as the classroom certificate?
Yes. The Course Completion Certificate received by online students is identical to the certificate received by classroom students at our Kollam, Trivandrum, and Kochi centres. Online mode does not reduce the certification value in any way.
Does Skillspark provide placement after the online Basic Accounting course?
Yes. Skillspark provides 100% placement support for online students — including resume building, LinkedIn profile development, mock interviews, and direct connections to hiring companies across Kerala and the Gulf.
Which students benefit most from the online Basic Accounting course?
The online Basic Accounting course is especially valuable for students in Kerala districts without a Skillspark centre (Thrissur, Malappuram, Palakkad, Kannur), Gulf and NRI professionals who want to upgrade their skills without returning to Kerala, homemakers who prefer to study from home, and working professionals who need flexible batch timings.
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