Description

Course Name: Certificate in Basic Bookkeeping & Accounting

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/AC/CBBA/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: The Certificate in Basic Bookkeeping & Accounting course is designed to equip beginners with foundational knowledge and practical skills in bookkeeping and basic accounting principles. The course covers recording financial transactions, maintaining ledgers, managing accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and preparing basic financial reports. 

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Bookkeeping: Basics of bookkeeping and accounting, Importance of bookkeeping in business, Key bookkeeping terms and concepts, Overview of accounting principles, Roles and responsibilities of a bookkeeping assistant, Introduction to accounting software.

Module 2: Recording Financial Transactions: Types of financial transactions, Understanding debit and credit, Recording sales and purchases, Handling cash receipts and payments, Managing petty cash, Use of journals and ledgers.

Module 3: Managing Accounts Payable and Receivable: Tracking invoices and bills, Processing payments to suppliers, Recording customer payments, Managing aging reports, Handling credit terms and discounts, Reconciling accounts payable and receivable.

Module 4: Bank Reconciliation and Cash Management: Understanding bank statements, Preparing bank reconciliations, Managing cash flow basics, Recording bank deposits and withdrawals, Identifying and correcting discrepancies, Cash handling procedures and controls.

Module 5: Payroll Basics and Statutory Compliance: Introduction to payroll processing, Calculating employee wages and deductions, Understanding statutory deductions (taxes, social security), Maintaining payroll records, Payroll reporting requirements, Compliance with labor laws.

Module 6: Financial Reporting and Documentation: Preparing trial balances, Understanding basic financial statements, Document management and filing, Internal controls and audit trails, Reporting to supervisors, Use of spreadsheets for bookkeeping tasks.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.