Study Method Online
Provider Online Courses Australia Pty Ltd
Start Date Enrol anytime

Course overview

Our Introduction to Bookkeeping will teach you the fundamentals of bookkeeping. You’ll learn practical skills you can put to work, including balancing your books, invoicing, payments and managing cash flow. Achieve success from our expert mentors…

This short online course is ideal for small business owners and anyone wanting to start in bookkeeping. You will be eligible to register as an associate bookkeeper upon the successful completion of this course. This is an entry-level bookkeeping course.

As a small business owner, participating in this course means that you don’t need to hire a professional to manage your accounts – you can do it all yourself. For professionals, the benefit lies in upskilling and making yourself an even more valuable team member by improving yourself.

Who's It For?

This course is ideal for:

  • Small business owners who manage their accounts;

  • Managers or supervisors wanting to learn more about bookkeeping

Job outcomes

  • Business Owner

  • Administration or Accounts Employee

  • A Career as a Bookkeeper

  • Working Under the Supervision of Accountants

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Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

15 Hours

Delivery

100% online – Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test the recall of facts in a timed setting.

Course features

The benefits of completing this course include the following: 

  • Learn the basics of bookkeeping and gain a Micro-Credential

  • Become an Associate Bookkeeper

  • Save money on accounting fees by learning to manage your own business accounts.

  • Understand, analyse and interpret a balance sheet and income statements

  • Developed and delivered by an IAB Training Centre

Assessment

  • Assessments are short answer and multiple choice

Additional information

  • Instant access (simply enrol online, anytime)

  • Fast turnaround on marking (within 1 business day)

  • One on one mentor support

  • Live chat, 7 days a week

Subjects

Business Types and Structures
This topic provides an introduction to the main business types and structures, and will include but not be limited to the definition of a business, the various business types, how they are structured and their functions.

What is Accounting?
This topic will provide an introduction and basic overview of accounting and how it is used within a business. It will include but not be limited to the definition of accounting, the function of accounting equation and a look at a range of accounts and how they are classified.

Transactions and Definitions
This topic will provide an introduction to a range of business transactions and will include but not be limited to the definitions of key words within various transactions, identifying what an invoice is, and the importance of keeping business transaction records.

Accounts and Definitions
This topic will take a close look at accounts and their definitions, including but not limited to the expanding accounting equation, definitions for a range of accounts and their classifications, as well as the calculation for Owner’s Equity closing balance.

Accounting for Transactions
This topic will provide an introduction to how different business transactions affect accounts, including but not limited to identifying accounts as debit or credit accounts, recognising if a debit or credit transaction increases or decreases an account, and identifying what accounts make up a Balance Sheet.

Accounts and Financial Statements
This topic will provide an introduction to Financial Statements and their importance to a business, and will include but not be limited to identifying what Financial Statements are, the function of the Trial Balance, and the function of the Balance Sheet and Income Statement.

Introduction to GST
This topic provides a basic overview of Goods & Services Tax (GST), including but not limited to the meaning of GST, identifying items that GST does not apply to, and identifying the difference between Cash and Non-Cash accounting basis.

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Payment options

  • Flexible Payment Plans Available

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About Online Courses Australia Pty Ltd

Online Courses Australia (OCA) is a leading provider of flexible, industry-endorsed online learning that delivers a world-class online learning experience for learners of all ages and backgrounds.

We offer over 100 courses covering thousands of topics across 25+ industries, all CPD accredited and aligned with industry demands. Our offerings are ideal for individuals starting their careers, career changers, and anyone looking to upskill. With every course, students receive lifetime access, compatibility across devices, free “On Demand” content like podcasts and vodcasts featuring celebrities and industry mentors, access to OCA’s Careers Portal, unlimited student support, and mentorship from industry professionals.

Our highly customised learning platform features an intuitive design, mobile accessibility, social learning opportunities, advanced reporting, gamification elements, and e-commerce integration for lifelong learning. OCA ensures students are supported through a sophisticated ticketing system for quick responses and proactive mentorship initiatives, empowering them to gain confidence and skills that are immediately applicable in the workforce.

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