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Principles of Taxation in India

Master the foundations of India's tax system—direct & indirect taxes, compliance, corporate and international taxation, and ethical practice.

Business & Finance · Intermediate

Free · Self-paced · Certificate included

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About this course

This comprehensive course on the 'Principles of Taxation in India' provides an in-depth understanding of the Indian taxation system. It is designed to cater to students, professionals, and anyone interested in gaining insights into how taxes are structured and implemented in India. The course covers historical developments, key principles, various types of taxes, and compliance requirements, provi...

What you'll learn

  • Explain historical development and core principles of taxation in India
  • Differentiate between direct and indirect taxes and their policy objectives
  • Describe tax administration, filing processes, and compliance obligations
  • Apply basic corporate and personal tax computations and compliance rules
  • Interpret international taxation concepts including transfer pricing and treaties
  • Develop tax planning strategies and legal risk mitigation techniques
  • Assess taxation issues for special entities (trusts, NGOs, start-ups, REITs)
  • Evaluate the impact of tax technology, e-filing, and digital transformation
  • Apply ethical standards and professional responsibilities in tax practice

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of accounting and finance is recommended; no formal tax or legal background required.

Level
Intermediate· Level
Duration
8 weeks (approx. 40 hours)· Duration
Language
English· Language
Modules
11· Modules

Skills you'll gain

  • Tax law interpretation
  • Tax compliance and filing
  • Corporate taxation
  • Personal income taxation
  • Indirect taxation (GST)
  • International taxation and transfer pricing
  • Tax planning and risk management
  • Tax research and statutory reading
  • Tax technology and e‑filing tools
  • Ethics and professional responsibility

What you'll study

11 modules — work at your own pace.

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