Introduction to Investment and Taxation

]The environment for investing has changed significantly over the last couple of years. The application of tax to income and gains on such investments has also varied, in particular in the context of the rate of tax applicable.

The manner in which people use funds to make investments will depend on factors such as the type of investment to be made, the length of time the funds are to be invested, the future plans of the individual and the tax history of the individual.

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Understand the meaning and concepts of investment
• Know the objectives of investment
• Effectively discuss the elements and attributes of investment
• Know the types of taxes
• Understand the procedures for Planning your investments.

Course Curriculum