Business Tax Course in Sharjah

Business Tax Course Outline

Guided learning hours (GLH): 60

Module 1: Prepare Tax Computations for Sole Traders and Partnerships

• Adjusting Accounting Profits and Losses for Tax Purposes
  • Cash Basis Is the Default Basis
  • An Election Can Be Made for the Accruals Basis
  • Differences Between the Cash Basis and the Accruals Basis
  • How to Identify Deductible and Non-Deductible Expenditure
  • How Expenditure is Classified as Either Revenue or Capital
  • Adjust Accounting Profit and Losses for Tax Purposes
• Prepare Capital Allowances Computations
  • Which Capital Allowances Apply to Different Assets
  • Prepare Capital Allowance Computations for Accounting Periods
• Calculating Taxable Profits and Losses of Partners
  • Allocate Profits Between Partners
• Calculate NICs Payable by Self-Employed Taxpayers
  • What Income Class 4 NICs Are Payable On
  • Calculate Class 4 NICs

Module 2: Prepare Tax Computations for Limited Companies

• Adjusting Accounting Profits and Losses for Tax Purposes
  • How to Identify Deductible and Non-Deductible Expenditure
  • How Expenditure Is Classified as Either Revenue or Capital
  • Adjust Accounting Profit and Losses for Tax Purposes
• Prepare Capital Allowances Computations
  • Which Capital Allowances Apply to Different Assets
  • Prepare Capital Allowance Computations for Accounting Periods
• Calculate Taxable Profits and Corporation Tax Payable
  • Calculate Profits from Trading, Property, Investment Income, Chargeable Gains, and Charitable Donations for Periods.
  • Calculate Corporation Tax Payable

Module 3: Prepare Tax Computations for the Sale of Capital Assets by Limited Companies

• Calculate Chargeable Gains and Allowable Losses
  • Calculate
• Calculate Chargeable Gains and Allowable Losses for Shares
  • Apply Matching Rules for Companies
  • Account

Module 4: Understand Administrative Requirements of the UK's Tax Regime

• Administrative Requirements of UK Tax Law
  • Tax Return Filing Deadlines for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Companies
  • Tax Payment Dates for Sole Traders, Partners and Companies
  • Time Limits for Notifying Chargeability to Tax
  • The Enquiry Windows
  • The Time Period Within Which Amendments to a Tax Return Can Be Made
  • What Records Need to Be Maintained and for What Time Period
  • Calculate the Business Profits to Be Included in Each Tax Year Using the Tax Year Basis
• Penalties and Interest for Non-Compliance
  • Penalties
  • Calculate Penalties and Interest for Non-Compliance

Module 5: Understand the Tax Implications of Business Disposals

• Business Disposals
  • Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax Implications of Disposing of an Unincorporated Business
  • Capital Gains Tax Reliefs
  • Calculate

Module 6: Understand Tax Reliefs, Planning Opportunities and Agent Responsibilities

• Trading Losses
  • Options Available to Sole Traders, Partnerships and Companies to Utilise Trading Losses
  • Best Use of a Trading Loss for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
  • Calculate Available Loss Relief
• Badges of Trade
  • How to Identify if Clients Are Trading Through the Application of the Badges of Trade
• Tax Planning for Businesses
  • Tax Rates Apply
  • Implications of Different Business Structures on Tax Planning
  • Impact on Tax from Different Methods of Extracting Profits
  • Tax Planning Opportunities for Income Allocation
• Ethical Guidelines
  • Definitions
  • Ethical Implications of Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion
  • Requirement to Report Suspected Tax Evasion
  • Ethical Principle of Confidentiality

Who Should Attend This Business Tax Course?

This course is designed for individuals seeking a recognised qualification in Business Tax as part of the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. It is particularly useful for those in roles such as:

• Tax Assistants and Trainee Accountants
• Finance Managers
• Business Analysts
• Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
• Business Advisors

Prerequisites of the Business Tax Course

This course requires completion of the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting or an equivalent qualification. Learners should have good English and Maths skills for interpreting standards.

Business Tax Course Overview

The Business Tax Course provides delegates with essential knowledge of taxation concepts and how they apply to businesses in practice. Understanding taxation is vital for organisations of all sizes, as it directly impacts compliance, profitability, and long-term sustainability.

This 60-hour training by The Knowledge Academy covers a wide range of taxation topics, including business tax frameworks, corporate tax, capital allowances, loss reliefs, and ethical considerations in taxation. Delegates will gain practical insights into tax planning and learn how to apply taxation principles to real-world business scenarios.

Completing the Business Tax Course equips learners with essential knowledge of tax legislation and compliance for businesses. It supports career progression in accounting, tax advisory roles, and further study in advanced taxation and finance qualifications.

Business Tax Course Objectives

By the end of this training, delegates will be able:

• To understand the principles of business taxation and compliance
• To explore corporate tax systems and other business-related taxes
• To develop practical knowledge of allowances, reliefs, and tax planning methods
• To analyse the impact of taxation on business decisions and strategy
• To apply tax rules in line with current legislation and standards
• To strengthen ethical awareness in managing business taxation

After completing this Business Tax Course, delegates will be awarded a certificate demonstrating their knowledge of taxation. This recognition will support career growth in accounting, tax advisory, and business finance roles.

What’s Included in This Business Tax Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Course Completion Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack