The course covers the latest zakat and tax systems in the Kingdom, including zakat, income tax, value-added tax (VAT), and excise tax. It also highlights the relationship between zakat and tax, and addresses practical procedures such as tax returns, objections and appeals, as well as the fundamentals of zakat and tax accounting. The program provides comprehensive and practical content that keeps pace with legislative and economic developments, aiming to achieve excellence in professional practice.
Main Topics:
Topic One: The Conceptual Framework of Zakat and Taxation
The Concept of Zakat and Taxation
Entities Subject to Zakat and Taxation
The Difference Between Zakat and Taxation
Methods of Measuring Taxable Income
Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion
Topic Two: Zakat
Calculation of the Zakat Base
Zakat Obligations
Objection and Appeal Against Zakat Assessments
Zakat Accounting Rules
Topic Three: Income Tax
Income Taxpayers
Tax Calculation and Filing of Returns
Carried Forward Tax Losses
Penalties and Fines
Topic Four: Excise Tax
Characteristics of the Excise Tax
Taxpayer Obligations
Tax Exemptions and Refunds
Violations and Penalties
Topic Five: Value Added Tax (VAT)
Definition of Value Added Tax (VAT)
Cases of Exemption and Refund
Procedures for Filing Returns
Penalties and Fines
Topic Six: Organization of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority
The Authority’s Structure and Role
Rules of Operation for Committees on Tax Violations and Disputes
Basic Training Information
Course Duration: 10 days.
Number of hours: 48 hours
Training System: In-person at the institute’s premises
Training Duration (in hours): 4.5 hours daily
Program Benefits
Accredited Training Certificate: Accredited by the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC).
Enhancing Professional Competence: Preparing participants to pass the SOCPA exam in Zakat and Taxation.
Ideal Training Environment: Classrooms and labs equipped with the latest devices and technologies.
Professional Instructors: Trainers with extensive experience and high competence in the field of Zakat and Taxation.
Program Outcomes
Comprehensive understanding of the Zakat and Taxation regulations in the Kingdom.
Ability to efficiently prepare Zakat and tax returns.
Analytical skills to handle special cases and tax procedures.
Familiarity with objection and appeal procedures.
Target Audience:
Those interested in preparing for the SOCPA certification exam.
Accountants and Auditors
Employees of Financial and Accounting Departments
Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Lawyers and Legal Advisors
Students and Individuals Interested in Financial Fields
Employees in Regulatory and Tax Authorities
Program Fee
2,070 SAR
Installment service:
Available upon request through monthly installment service via Tamara.