Lebanese tax regulations are complex, frequently updated, and highly impactful on business compliance and decision-making. This online certificate is designed to provide practical, practitioner-level expertise across individuals and corporate taxes, payroll taxes, value added taxes (VAT), and the National Social Security Fund (NSSF).

Participants move beyond theory to acquire hands-on skills required to calculate taxes accurately, prepare filings confidently, and ensure compliance with Lebanese laws. The program is ideal for accountants, finance professionals, HR officers, entrepreneurs, and business owners seeking to gain professional skills in the Lebanese tax system and improve corporate compliance levels. It also helps strengthen professional credibility and enhance career opportunities through a recognized, applied certification. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, this certificate aims to produce modern tax business partners.

The program aims to equip fresh graduates and industry professionals with the essential technical skills and knowledge needed to thrive in Lebanese taxation. Delivered through a comprehensive online program, it seeks to produce highly competent professionals who can enhance the efficiency and integrity of tax returns in Lebanon. By fostering a culture of transparency and reliability, the program contributes to the overall tax compliance of various sectors in the country.

Mission

• Offers a unique online taxation certification program that responds to the business needs of modern public and private sector organizations in Lebanon.
• Develops participants’ taxation technical and business competencies, through real experiential cases.
• Equips businesses with the critical fiscal shield needed to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes while minimizing legal risks and ensuring tax compliance.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the Lebanese tax system, including corporate taxes, payroll taxes, VAT, and the National Social Security Fund, and apply this knowledge for effective tax compliance and reporting.

The Certificate is designed for a diverse audience, including accountants, finance professionals, HR officers, entrepreneurs, and business owners seeking to enhance their understanding of Lebanese tax regulations. The program is also suitable for self-employed individuals, consultants, and SME owners looking to improve their tax compliance skills. No prior knowledge of tax concepts is required; the program is designed to accommodate both beginners and those with some experience in the field, ensuring accessibility to a wide range of learners.

• Demonstrate a solid grasp of tax regulations.
• Employ taxation principles in real-world scenarios.
• Compute corporate taxes, payroll taxes, and VAT in Lebanon.
• Prepare tax returns.
• Compute NSSF contributions.
• Develop tactics to guarantee adherence to regulatory demands.

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The program consists of 30 contact hours covering the following topics:

• Introduction to the Lebanese Tax System (2H)
• Corporate Taxes (8H)
• Payroll Taxes (7H)
• VAT (5H)
• National Social Security Fund (8H)

Comprehensive individual assessments will be conducted at the end of the course, with a required passing score of 70%.

The program fee is $700.

• The certificate is an instructor-led program that utilizes lectures, exercises, and activities to guide participants in understanding fundamental principles of the Lebanese taxation system.
• The program is conducted in online format, allowing participants to attend online.

• Total hours: 30 hours
• Duration: 4 weeks
• Lectures will be held three times a week, with each lecture lasting 2.5 hours.

Dr. Ahmad A-Salloum

Dr. Ahmad A-Salloum is an experienced lecturer of accounting and researcher with expertise in accounting and taxation. Holding a PhD in Accounting and Taxation, his research explores innovative approaches to improving financial reporting, tax compliance, and the integration of artificial intelligence in accounting education.

With over 16 years of experience as a tax auditor at the Ministry of Finance, Dr. A-Salloum combines deep practical knowledge with academic excellence. He has over a decade of teaching experience, delivering accounting and taxation courses and empowering students with the skills needed for success in a dynamic global economy. As a trainer and consultant, Dr. A-Salloum worked extensively to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world applications in accounting and finance.