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Diploma in Financial Accounting (DFA 186)

The DFA program equips students with accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and software proficiency for efficient financial management.

Boost your career prospects in accounting and finance with strong conceptual understanding, analytical skills, and practical experience using accounting and payroll software.

Course Content

Basics of Computing & File Management

  • Basic computer hardware and software
  • Operating system (Windows)
  • File management and organization
  • Introduction to Microsoft Office Suite

Fundamentals of Accounting

  • Introduction to accounting concepts and principles
  • Accounting cycle, journalizing and posting
  • Introduction to Excel for accounting
  • Creating worksheets, formulas, and data reporting

Tally Prime Basics

  • Introduction to Tally Prime
  • Company creation and setup
  • Masters and groups, vouchers and transactions
  • Ledger maintenance and trial balance preparation

Financial Statements & Inventory

  • Income statement and balance sheet preparation
  • Cash flow statement basics
  • Stock groups, items, categories, and valuation
  • Inventory management using Tally

Payroll & Statutory Deductions

  • Payroll concepts and calculations
  • Statutory deductions: TDS, PF, ESI
  • Salary structures and payment processing
  • Payroll processing using Tally

Cost Accounting & Other Software

  • Introduction to cost accounting and classification
  • Costing methods: job, process, batch
  • Cost-volume-profit analysis
  • Overview of QuickBooks, SAP, and data migration

Financial Analysis & Taxation

  • Ratio, trend, and cash flow analysis
  • Financial forecasting basics
  • Introduction to income tax and GST
  • Tax returns and compliance processes

Practical Application & Internships

  • Real-time accounting projects
  • Internship opportunities in accounting firms

Course Outcome

By completing this program, students will develop a strong foundation in accounting principles and practical skills, preparing them for successful careers in the finance industry.

Course Duration

The course duration is typically 12 months.

Course fee: INR 20,000/-

Assessment & Certification

Students are assessed through assignments, quizzes, and a final project. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certificate.

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