Foundations of Taxation: Direct Tax and GST Essentials

Understanding taxation is a cornerstone of modern business, finance, and accounting. This written course provides a clear, step-by-step introduction to the fundamental concepts of direct taxes and Goods and Services Tax (GST), helping you build a strong compliance foundation. You will transition from a beginner to a confident practitioner capable of navigating tax structures, calculating liabilities, and understanding modern digital tax compliance workflows. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles of direct taxation and income categories - Calculate tax liabilities for individuals and businesses using current frameworks - Apply GST concepts, including input tax credit and supply rules - Navigate modern electronic filing systems and digital tax compliance procedures - Analyze tax scenarios to identify legal deductions and exemptions - Practice solving practical tax computation problems through written exercises. The course begins with essential terminology and the constitutional basis of taxation, before walking you through practical computation scenarios for both direct and indirect taxes. Designed specifically for beginners, finance students, and aspiring accountants, this course requires no prior tax knowledge. Start building your taxation expertise today.