Master UAE Corporate Tax Filing & Preparation Program with practical training on allowable and non-allowable expenses, SME relief, tax adjustments, and FTA audit readiness. Learn real filing practices used by professionals.
The program covers the complete UAE Corporate Tax framework, including corporate tax rates, SME relief eligibility, Free Zone qualifying income treatment, and filing deadlines. Special attention is given to high-risk expense categories such as entertainment, hospitality, motor vehicles, interest costs, capital expenditures, personal expenses, donations, and related-party transactions.
Berkeley School of Business, Arts & Sciences (EduBerkeley)
United Arab Emirates
To develop practical UAE Corporate Tax compliance skills, improve expense classification accuracy, prepare FTA-compliant tax computations, and strengthen audit readiness.
This training is open to accountants, finance professionals, business owners, corporate executives, and tax consultants. No formal academic prerequisite is required; basic accounting or business knowledge is recommended.
UAE Corporate Tax framework and applicability
Mainland and Free Zone taxation overview
Corporate Tax rates and filing deadlines
Small Business Relief (SME Relief) eligibility and application
Free Zone Qualifying Person relief conditions
Starting point of tax computation (Accounting Profit)
Add-backs, deductions, and tax adjustments
IFRS-based financial reporting impact
Practical tax reconciliation approach
Fully allowable business expenses
Partially allowable expenses (Entertainment & Hospitality)
Motor vehicle and mixed-use expense treatment
Finance and interest cost limitations
Completely non-allowable expenses
Personal expenses and director-related costs
Capital vs revenue expenditure treatment
Provisions and accruals (FTA acceptance criteria)
Donations and CSR expense rules
Arm’s length pricing requirements
Documentation standards
Commercial substance assessment
Common compliance mistakes
How FTA audits work
Risk indicators and audit triggers
Documentation and audit defense strategy
Evidence and record-keeping requirements
Complete tax computation example
Adjustment calculations
Final tax payable computation
Filing preparation workflow
Conservative tax judgment principles
Ethical compliance approach
Long-term risk management strategy
This training follows a practical, compliance-focused learning approach based on UAE Corporate Tax Law, Executive Regulations, FTA guidance, and real audit expectations. The methodology emphasizes real filing behavior, expense treatment accuracy, tax adjustment techniques, and documentation discipline rather than theoretical memorization.
Instructor-led sessions cover the UAE Corporate Tax framework, allowable and non-allowable expenses, SME relief rules, Free Zone compliance, tax computation methodology, and FTA regulatory requirements. Lectures are aligned with IFRS principles and Federal Tax Authority compliance standards.
Hands-on practice sessions focus on applying expense classification rules, performing tax adjustments, allocating mixed-use expenses, preparing corporate tax computations, and reviewing real-world compliance scenarios. Participants learn how to apply concepts using practical case examples.
Mock assessments and case-based exercises are used to test understanding of expense treatment, audit risk areas, tax computation accuracy, and FTA compliance knowledge. This prepares participants to confidently handle corporate tax filing and audit review situations.
Berkeley School of Business, Arts & Sciences maintains high academic and professional performance standards to ensure learners achieve practical competence and compliance readiness.
Practical Knowledge Application
Participants must demonstrate the ability to apply UAE Corporate Tax Law, FTA regulations, and IFRS principles in real business scenarios.
Expense Classification Accuracy
Learners are expected to correctly identify allowable, partially allowable, and non-allowable expenses in accordance with Federal Tax Authority guidelines.
Compliance Discipline
Participants must follow professional compliance practices, including proper documentation, audit preparedness, and accurate tax adjustments.
Assessment Performance
Trainees are evaluated through case-based exercises and mock assessments to ensure understanding of corporate tax computation and filing requirements.
Professional Conduct
Berkeley emphasizes ethical judgment, conservative tax treatment, and responsible professional behavior aligned with FTA audit expectations.
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Learners are encouraged to maintain ongoing professional development and stay updated with UAE Corporate Tax regulatory changes.
This program does not include a formal written examination. Certification is based on active participation, completion of training modules, and practical understanding of UAE Corporate Tax filing procedures. Participants receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful attendance and engagement in training activities.
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Ideal for disciplined learners who prefer flexibility
Learn from expert instructors in real-time
Personalized, intensive learning experience
“As a strong advocate for education and human development, I commend Berkeley for its exceptional commitment to empowering future leaders. The institution stands as a symbol of excellence, innovation, and opportunity. Students who walk its halls are nurtured with knowledge, values, and vision—qualities that contribute to building a stronger and more prosperous future for our nation.”- H.H. Shaikh Khalifa Al Hamid
This training prepares professionals for high-demand roles in UAE Corporate Tax compliance and advisory services. With the introduction of UAE Corporate Tax and strict FTA enforcement, organizations require skilled professionals who can handle expense classification, tax adjustments, filing accuracy, and audit readiness.
Graduates of this program can pursue career opportunities as corporate tax advisors, accountants, finance managers, compliance officers, and audit professionals. The practical nature of the training enables participants to immediately apply knowledge in real business environments, improve job performance, and enhance professional credibility.
This program also supports career progression into senior finance and leadership roles by strengthening technical tax knowledge, compliance discipline, and professional judgment required in regulated corporate environments.
You will get a certificate of completion, which is highly reputed and accepted by employers.