Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai
Learn to read income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and IFRS-based reports confidently in a 25-hour, executive-friendly programme delivered in Dubai and live online.
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Course Overview
What is the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course and Why is it Essential in Dubai?
The Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai is an intensive, 25-hour programme that helps managers and non-finance professionals understand IFRS-based financial statements and management reports so they can make better business decisions.
By the end of this course, you will be able to
- Explain how accounting works in real businesses without getting lost in jargon.
- Read and interpret the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement as one connected story.
- Understand how IFRS rules affect reported profit, assets, liabilities and cash for Dubai and wider UAE companies.
- Use financial information to support budgeting, performance reviews and management discussions.
Course Snapshot
- Mode: Classroom in Dubai & Live Online (with limited-time recordings)
- Level: Beginner to Intermediate (for non-accountants)
- Ideal for: Managers, business owners and non-finance professionals who work with budgets and reports
- Certification Body: EduDelphi Training Institute (KHDA-approved in Dubai)
Upcoming Batches
Why take this course
How the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai Accelerates Your Career
This KHDA-approved course strengthens your ability to read financial statements, join finance discussions confidently and make data-backed decisions in Dubai and GCC organisations.
Career impact
Amplify your influence in business decisions
Use financial literacy to speak the language of CFOs and senior management and improve the quality of budget, pricing and investment decisions.
- Stronger credibility in profitability and cost-control meetings.
- Better collaboration with finance, audit and reporting teams.
- Foundation for future finance or accounting qualifications if desired.
Practical learning
Understand real IFRS-based financial statements
Learn through Dubai and GCC-style case studies, simplified financials and guided interpretation drills instead of rote bookkeeping.
- Case studies from trading, construction, retail, logistics and services.
- Hands-on work with income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements.
- Focus on decisions and risks that matter to non-finance managers.
Support
Structured guidance and small batches
Get small-batch attention, interactive discussions and access to materials and recordings so you can learn comfortably alongside a busy schedule.
- Interactive classroom and live online sessions with Q&A.
- Soft copies of slides, templates and reference material.
- Short quizzes and case-based tasks to reinforce learning.
Hands-on tools
Tools & Frameworks You Will Work With
Gain confidence using simplified Excel-based reports, IFRS financial statement formats and modern ERP outputs that mirror how Dubai and UAE companies present their numbers.
The focus is on interpreting outputs from common accounting systems and Excel, not on mastering any one software platform.
Is this for you?
Is the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course Right for You?
This programme is ideal if you work with budgets or reports but do not have formal accounting training.
- Managers or department heads responsible for budgets, P&L or cost control.
- Non-finance professionals in HR, operations, sales, marketing, procurement, IT or logistics who review or submit financial data.
- Project managers involved in project costing, billing and margin analysis.
- Business owners, founders and startup leaders in Dubai who need clear visibility on runway, profitability and cash.
- Business analysts, reporting analysts and MIS executives who prepare or interpret management reports.
- Professionals moving into finance-adjacent roles such as FP&A support, reporting coordination or commercial roles.
- Corporate teams where cross-functional stakeholders must speak a common financial language.
Eligibility & prerequisites
The course is intentionally accessible to non-accountants while maintaining professional rigour.
- Educational background: Open to graduates and non-graduates; no accounting degree is required.
- Work experience: Best suited for professionals with 1–15+ years of experience in any function, though freshers targeting business or management roles are welcome.
- Prior knowledge: No prior accounting or IFRS knowledge is needed; basic comfort with percentages and simple calculations is helpful but not mandatory.
- Language: Training is delivered in English; participants should be comfortable with business-level communication.
- Technical (online): Laptop or PC with stable internet and Zoom or MS Teams access for live online sessions.
If you are unsure whether this or another finance course is a better fit, our advisors can review your profile and guide you.
Career outcomes
What Job Roles and Salaries Can You Expect?
The course enhances your performance and decision-making in roles that already touch finance, rather than turning you into a full-time accountant.
Typical job roles
- Department or functional manager with budget responsibility
- Operations, projects or supply chain manager
- HR or compensation manager handling cost and headcount planning
- Sales, key account or business development manager managing pricing and margins
- Business analyst, reporting analyst or MIS executive
- Entrepreneur or SME owner in Dubai or wider UAE
- Coordinator or executive transitioning into commercial or finance-linked roles
Industries hiring our learners
- Trading, real estate and construction
- Hospitality, retail and FMCG
- Logistics, transportation and supply chain
- Services, consulting and professional firms
- Technology, startups and free zone entities across Dubai and UAE
Salary snapshot
Professionals in Dubai who combine their existing expertise with strong financial understanding typically earn:
AED 8,000 – 30,000+ per month
Higher for managers and department heads+ performance bonuses and incentives
Disclaimer: Salary ranges are indicative and vary by company, role, prior experience and market conditions.
Curriculum
What Topics are Covered in the Syllabus?
Comprehensive coverage of Accounting for Non-Accountants Course topics and exam domains.
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- Purpose of accounting and financial reporting in organisations.
- Users of accounting information and how they rely on reports.
- Overview of the three key financial statements and how they connect.
- Core accounting terminology used in business environments.
- Cash basis vs accrual basis and why the difference matters.
- Basic accounting principles and reporting logic.
- The accounting equation and understanding financial position.
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- Introduction to IFRS and global standard-setting.
- Role of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
- Conceptual framework and qualitative characteristics of useful information.
- Structure of IFRS-based financial statements and notes.
- Accounting policies, management judgment and consistency.
- Materiality and decision usefulness for managers.
- High-level comparison between IFRS and US GAAP for context.
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- Debits and credits explained simply for non-accountants.
- Classification of accounts into assets, liabilities, equity, income and expenses.
- Chart of accounts and reporting structure in real companies.
- Journal entries and how transactions are recorded.
- General ledger and trial balance fundamentals.
- Reconciliations and their role in reliable reporting.
- Overview of modern accounting systems and ERP automation.
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- Income statement structure and its purpose.
- Revenue and expense classification into operating and non-operating items.
- Gross profit, operating profit and net profit and what each reveals.
- Key profitability drivers and margin interpretation.
- Trend analysis across months and years for decision-making.
- Operating performance interpretation using Dubai-style business cases.
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- Practical revenue concepts around invoicing, delivery and services.
- Timing and recognition principles with simplified IFRS 15 logic.
- Receivables management and ageing schedule interpretation.
- Discounts, credit notes and returns and their impact on revenue.
- Allowances and bad debts and when they are booked.
- Revenue quality and sustainability indicators for managers.
- Impact of receivables on working capital and cash flow.
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- Meaning of equity from a business owner’s perspective.
- Share capital and common equity concepts.
- Retained earnings and what causes balances to change.
- Dividends and distributions and their effect on cash and equity.
- Overview of treasury stock.
- Practical interpretation of capital structure and gearing.
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- Balance sheet structure and a step-by-step way to read it.
- Current versus non-current classification and why it matters.
- Working capital components and the operating cycle.
- Receivables, payables, inventory and cash and their business impact.
- Liquidity indicators and signals of financial stability.
- Balance sheet risk indicators for non-finance teams.
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- Purpose and structure of the cash flow statement.
- Operating, investing and financing cash flows.
- Relationship between profit and cash and why they differ.
- Working capital movements and their cash impact.
- Practical cash flow interpretation for planning and control.
- Common misunderstandings and myths in cash reporting.
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- Accrual concepts illustrated with day-to-day business examples.
- Prepayments and deferrals.
- Depreciation and amortisation fundamentals.
- Overview of provisions and contingencies.
- Bad debts and receivable adjustments.
- Month-end adjustments and why they are necessary.
- Reporting quality issues and common red flags for managers.
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- Viewing the financial statements as one connected system.
- Comparing performance, position and cash health holistically.
- A simple approach to financial analysis for non-accountants.
- Budget and management reporting fundamentals.
- Cross-functional financial communication skills.
- Case-based exercises using simplified Dubai-style business scenarios.
Throughout the course, guided exercises, group discussions and interpretation drills ensure you can apply each module’s concepts immediately in your role.
Learning outcomes by module
- Build from foundational accounting concepts to confident interpretation of IFRS-based financial statements.
- Link each module to real decisions such as pricing, budgeting, working capital and investment evaluation.
- Recognise red flags and risk indicators in financial reports used in Dubai and wider GCC organisations.
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Hands-on learning
Real Projects, Case Studies & Assessments
Learners consolidate their understanding through short quizzes, case-based interpretation tasks and an optional end-of-course assessment rather than rote memorisation.
Project 1
Interpreting a Dubai-style income statement
Analyse a simplified income statement for a UAE trading or services company and identify key profitability drivers and trends.
- Apply concepts of revenue, cost of sales and operating expenses.
- Discuss gross, operating and net profit implications for decisions.
Project 2
Working capital and cash flow case study
Review balance sheet and cash flow extracts to assess liquidity, working capital cycle and cash discipline for a GCC-style business.
- Connect receivables, payables and inventory to cash flow.
- Recommend actions to strengthen liquidity and reduce risk.
Assessments
Quizzes & optional final assessment
Short quizzes and a 45–60 minute optional final assessment validate that participants can interpret financial statements independently.
- Case-based questions on P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
- Feedback from the trainer to close any remaining gaps.
Free info session
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Meet our accounting trainers, understand the 25-hour roadmap, see sample financial statements and ask how the course fits your role in Dubai or the wider UAE.
What you’ll learn in the session
- Is the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai right for your profile?
- How the Dubai classroom and live online classes are structured.
- Assessment approach, certification, fees and career outcomes.
Learning experience
Flexible Learning Options Built for Working Professionals
Choose between classroom training in Dubai and live online classes so you can learn accounting without disrupting your work schedule.
Mode of training
Dubai classroom and live online
- Instructor-led sessions at a convenient Dubai venue.
- Live online batches via Zoom or MS Teams with interactive Q&A.
- Limited-time access to recordings for online participants, where applicable.
Course duration
25 hours over multiple sessions
- Typically scheduled as several evening or weekend sessions for working professionals.
- Corporate batches can run as intensive 2–4 day programmes.
- Includes time for quizzes, case discussions and recap.
Upcoming batches
Choose the schedule that suits you
- Weekend batch: Designed for Dubai-based managers and executives.
- Weekday evening batch: After-work sessions for UAE participants.
- Custom corporate batch: Onsite or online, aligned to your internal calendar.
Your learning path
How You’ll Master Accounting as a Non-Accountant
Follow a clear, low-stress journey from fundamentals to confident financial statement interpretation, with guidance tailored to your role in Dubai or the GCC.
Speak with a programme advisor, confirm that this course fits your background and select a Dubai classroom or live online batch that matches your schedule.
Attend 25 hours of instructor-led sessions with case studies, group discussions and guided exercises focused on real financial statements.
Reinforce your understanding through short quizzes, interpretation tasks and an optional final assessment to benchmark your progress.
Receive your EduDelphi Certificate of Completion from a KHDA-approved institute and start applying your new financial literacy in meetings and decisions.
Prefer to learn at your own pace?
Self-Paced Learning Options
If you cannot commit to fixed class timings, you can combine limited-time access to recordings with guided support from our trainers.
Self-paced style learning typically includes:
- Access to recordings of live sessions for revision within a defined period.
- Soft copies of slides, simplified financial statements and reference notes.
- Practice questions and interpretation drills to reinforce each module.
- Support via scheduled Q&A with faculty for doubt clearing.
- Guidance on how to pace your 25-hour syllabus around your workload.
Who this plan is ideal for
- Working professionals with unpredictable schedules or frequent travel.
- Learners joining from outside Dubai or other time zones in the GCC.
- Self-motivated candidates who prefer to revisit topics multiple times.
Discuss with our advisors whether a hybrid of live sessions and recording-based revision is the best fit for you.
Why Edudelphi
Why Professionals Choose Delphi for the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai
EduDelphi is headquartered in Dubai and India, KHDA-approved in Dubai, and specialises in turning complex finance concepts into clear, practical learning for non-accountants.
Expert trainers
Seasoned finance practitioners
Learn from CA, CPA, CMA and IFRS specialists with 10–20+ years of experience in financial reporting, FP&A, audit and corporate finance across the UAE and GCC.
Live & interactive
Plain-language, example-rich teaching
Sessions focus on real financial statements, Dubai-specific examples and interactive Q&A rather than heavy theory or rote bookkeeping.
Smart LMS
Digital resources to support retention
Access soft copies of slides, simplified statements, case studies and recordings (where applicable) so you can revise key concepts on your own time.
Flexible schedules
Weekend & weekday options
Choose from weekend, evening or corporate intensive batches designed for busy professionals in Dubai and across the UAE.
Assessment & career focus
Support beyond the classroom
Use quizzes, case-based assessments and advisory support to translate your new financial literacy into better performance and career growth.
Recognised quality
KHDA-approved & regionally trusted
Train with a KHDA-approved institute headquartered in Dubai & India, trusted by 200+ corporate partners across the UAE and GCC.
Meet your mentors
Who Will Train You?
Our Executive Accounting Trainer team is made up of industry-qualified finance professionals who specialise in teaching accounting concepts to non-accountants.
Senior Executive Accounting Trainer
CA / CPA / CMA / IFRS Specialist, 10–20+ years in UAE & GCC
Has led financial reporting, FP&A and audit engagements across trading, construction, retail, logistics and services, and has trained hundreds of managers and department heads to interpret financial statements confidently.
Corporate Finance & IFRS Faculty
Qualified accountant with extensive GCC industry exposure
Brings hands-on experience in budgeting, management reporting and IFRS-based statement preparation, with a teaching style focused on plain language, real cases and interactive exercises for non-finance audiences.
Faculty advantage
Certified & Professional Trainers
Every instructor is carefully selected for both technical expertise and the ability to simplify accounting for non-finance professionals, with one clear goal: helping you use financial statements effectively in your role.
- Global accounting qualifications plus strong UAE and GCC experience.
- Practical, business-focused explanations instead of textbook lectures.
- Track record of empowering managers and business owners to read numbers with confidence.
Learner stories
What Do Our Participants Say?
Hear from professionals in Dubai and the wider UAE who strengthened their financial literacy through this Accounting for Non-Accountants training.
“I used to depend completely on our finance controller for any number-related question. After this course, I can read our P&L and cash flow myself and challenge assumptions in meetings. Very practical and tailored to Dubai business realities.”
“As an HR manager handling manpower budgets, I finally understood how headcount decisions flow into the income statement and balance sheet. The trainer’s examples from UAE companies made everything easy to relate to.”
“Excellent course for non-finance managers. The modules on working capital and cash flow were eye-opening. I now speak the same language as our CFO during reviews.”
Assessment & certification
What is the Assessment or Certification Structure for this Course?
The Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai focuses on practical understanding, backed by light assessments and a recognised course completion certificate from a KHDA-approved institute.
Assessment format
- Short in-class quizzes and reflection exercises to reinforce each module.
- Case-based interpretation tasks using sample financial statements.
- Optional end-of-course assessment to validate overall understanding.
- Typical final assessment duration of 45–60 minutes, adaptable for corporate batches.
Completion criteria
- Participation in the prescribed 25 hours of instructor-led training.
- Completion of quizzes and activities as defined by the trainer.
- Recommended benchmark of 60–70% on the final assessment for successful completion.
Certification & recognition
Participants who meet the course requirements will receive an EduDelphi Certificate of Completion for “Accounting for Non-Accountants (Dubai)” from a KHDA-approved training institute.
- Issued by EduDelphi Training Institute, headquartered in Dubai & India.
- Highlights your structured training in accounting fundamentals and financial statement interpretation.
- Valued by employers across Dubai, UAE free zones and the wider GCC, especially for managerial and non-finance roles.
Assessment format and documentation can be tailored for corporate in-house programmes based on your organisation’s learning objectives.
Fees & inclusions
Accounting for Non-Accountants Course Fees in Dubai
Transparent pricing for Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai.
What your fee includes
- Complete 25-hour Accounting for Non-Accountants training (Dubai classroom or live online).
- Soft copies of slides, simplified IFRS-based financial statements and reference material.
- Access to recordings for live online batches for a limited duration, where applicable.
- Quizzes, case studies and an optional final assessment with trainer feedback.
- EduDelphi Certificate of Completion from a KHDA-approved institute.
EMI & corporate/group discounts may be available
For corporate groups and in-house training across Dubai and the UAE, tailored pricing, content customisation and flexible schedules can be arranged.
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We will also advise you on the most cost-effective way to complete the course based on your goals and preferred schedule.
Compare your options
How Does the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course Compare to Other Certifications?
Many professionals compare this practical course with full accounting qualifications or brief awareness workshops; use this overview to understand which path matches your goals.
| Criteria | This Course Accounting for Non-Accountants (Dubai) |
Alternative 1 Traditional Accounting Qualification (e.g., ACCA/CPA) |
Alternative 2 Short One-Day Intro Workshops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Practical financial literacy for non-accountants | Full professional accountant qualification | High-level awareness only |
| Best suited for | Managers, founders and non-finance professionals who need usable understanding now | Aspiring or working accountants and auditors | Mixed, generic audiences seeking a quick overview |
| Exam structure | Light quizzes and case-based exercises; optional assessment | Multiple rigorous exams across several levels | Usually no formal exam |
| Time to complete | Approximately 25 hours with flexible scheduling | 1–3 years with sustained study | Typically 1 day |
| Career outcomes | Strong fit for leaders and professionals who must interpret financials and join finance discussions. | Better for careers as accountants, auditors or technical finance specialists. | Provides basic familiarity but limited depth or practical application. |
This course bridges the gap between having no accounting knowledge and committing to a full professional qualification, giving you exactly what you need to make smarter day-to-day business decisions.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accounting for Non-Accountants Course in Dubai
Common questions about Accounting for Non-Accountants Course eligibility, delivery modes, certification and career outcomes.
Is the Accounting for Non-Accountants course available in a Dubai classroom format?
Yes. We offer classroom batches in Dubai, subject to schedule and availability, as well as live online sessions for learners who prefer to join remotely from anywhere in the UAE or GCC.
Do I need any accounting background to join this course?
No. The course is designed specifically for non-accountants. We start from fundamentals and gradually build up to financial statement interpretation using simple language and practical examples.
How long is the course and how are the sessions scheduled?
The programme is approximately 25 hours, typically delivered as several evening or weekend sessions for working professionals in Dubai. Corporate batches can be organised as intensive 2–4 day programmes based on company needs.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. On successful completion of the course requirements, you will receive an EduDelphi Certificate of Completion for “Accounting for Non-Accountants (Dubai)” from a KHDA-approved training institute.
Is this course useful if I already work in finance?
Yes, it can be valuable if your role is finance-adjacent, such as business analysis, reporting coordination or commercial support and you never had formal accounting training. If you plan to become a professional accountant, you may later pursue deeper qualifications like ACCA, CMA or CPA.
How will this course help me in my current job in Dubai?
You will learn to read financial statements, understand profitability and cash flow, and interpret management reports. This enables you to participate more confidently in budget meetings, performance reviews and discussions with senior management or finance teams.
Is the course relevant for professionals in UAE free zones as well as mainland companies?
Yes. The content is built around IFRS-based reporting, which is widely used by both mainland and free zone entities in Dubai and across the UAE. Examples and discussions reflect common practices in local organisations.
Does the course cover VAT, Corporate Tax, or UAE compliance in detail?
The primary focus is on accounting fundamentals and financial statements. You will understand how tax items appear in financial reports, but detailed VAT or Corporate Tax compliance is not the core of this course and is better covered in specialised tax programmes.
Can entrepreneurs and startup founders in Dubai benefit from this course?
Absolutely. Founders often review P&Ls, cash runway and investor reports without formal accounting training. This course helps you interpret those reports accurately, manage cash better and speak more confidently with investors, banks and advisors.
What if I am not very comfortable with maths?
You do not need advanced maths skills. The course mainly uses basic arithmetic and percentages, with a focus on concepts and interpretation rather than complex calculations.
Will I learn to use accounting software like Tally or ERP systems?
The course explains how modern accounting systems and ERPs capture and present financial information, but it is not a software certification. The main goal is to help you interpret the reports generated by any system.
Is this course recognised by employers in Dubai?
Yes. EduDelphi is a KHDA-approved institute, and our Accounting for Non-Accountants training is trusted by more than 200+ corporate partners across the UAE and GCC, including leading names in oil and gas, banking, telecom and logistics.
What language is the training delivered in?
The training is delivered in English, with explanations adapted for professionals who may not be fluent in accounting terminology. Trainers use clear, practical examples and avoid unnecessary jargon.
Can my company organise this programme as an in-house corporate training?
Yes. We regularly deliver customised in-house versions of this course for corporates in Dubai and across the UAE, tailoring examples and case studies to your industry, internal reports and KPIs.
Are there any exams I must pass to complete the course?
We may conduct short quizzes and a final case-based assessment to reinforce learning, but there is no high-pressure professional exam. The objective is practical understanding rather than exam stress.
Will I get access to recordings if I attend live online?
For live online batches, we typically provide limited-time access to session recordings, subject to policy at the time of enrolment, so you can revise key topics at your own pace.
How much does the course cost in AED?
Fees are structured to be competitive for the Dubai market and may vary depending on batch type, delivery mode and offers. Submit the enquiry form to receive the latest AED fee, promotions and EMI options directly from our advisors.
What support do I get if I miss a session?
If you miss a session, you can usually access class notes, materials and, where available, recordings. You can also clarify doubts with the trainer in subsequent classes or during dedicated Q&A time.
Does this course help me change my career into finance?
The course provides a strong foundation to move into finance-linked roles such as business analysis, budgeting support or commercial coordination. For a full career as an accountant or auditor, you would later pursue professional qualifications like ACCA, CMA or CPA.
How do I enrol for the next batch in Dubai?
Click on the enquiry button, request the brochure and Dubai batch details or contact us via phone, WhatsApp or email. Our programme advisor will guide you through eligibility, fees, schedules and the best mode (classroom or live online) based on your profile.
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