RPE Academy

Practical VAT Management Course

The Practical VAT Management Course is a hands-on, career-focused training program designed to build strong expertise in Bangladesh’s VAT system under NBR regulations. This course covers VAT registration, VAT return preparation, VDS procedures, and online VAT submission through practical, real-world training.

Practical VAT Management Course

The Practical VAT Management Course is a professionally structured, practice-oriented program focused on Bangladesh’s VAT laws and compliance framework as regulated by the National Board of Revenue. The modules provide hands-on exposure to VAT registration, VAT calculation, return filing, VDS mechanisms, and online VAT submission through NBR systems. Through real-life business scenarios, working formats, and guided practice, participants develop the skills required to manage VAT compliance, documentation, and regulatory reporting.

Class 01 - Foundation

This class introduces the VAT system in Bangladesh, career prospects in VAT and how participants should prepare and use the course materials effectively.

Class 02 - VAT & SD Legal Framework and Basics

Participants will gain a clear understanding of the VAT & SD Act 2012, VAT Rules 2016, VAT schedules and the basic concept and functioning of VAT.

Class 03 - VAT Rates, HS Code, Exemptions & SD

This class explains HS Codes, VAT rates, exemptions, supplementary duty (SD), and how to determine the correct VAT rate for goods and services.

Class 04 - VAT Registration & BIN Management

Participants will learn when VAT registration is mandatory, how to complete online VAT registration, and how to manage and update BIN information

Class 05 - Bill of Entry & Customs Basics

Participants will understand how to read a Bill of Entry, calculate duties and identify customs assessment and costing elements for imported goods.

Class 06 - VAT Register & Compliance

This session focuses on practical VAT compliance, including VAT books, invoices, challans, documentation, and hands-on preparation of key VAT forms.

Class 07 - Input VAT Rebate & Adjustment

This class covers VAT rebate eligibility, conditions, documentation, time limits, adjustment procedures, and practical case studies.

Class 08 - Input–Output Coefficient (VAT 4.3)

Participants will learn how to prepare and submit Input–Output Coefficient (VAT 4.3), including legal requirements, documentation and practical preparation.

Class 09 - VAT Deduction at Source (VDS)

This class explains VDS laws, applicability, rates, compliance procedures, penalties and how to report VDS in VAT returns.

Class 10 - Advance Tax (AT) under VAT Act

Participants will gain clarity on Advance Tax, applicable rates, exemptions, adjustments, refunds and proper reporting in VAT returns.

Class 11 - VAT Return (VAT 9.1)

This session provides hands-on guidance on preparing and submitting online VAT returns, calculating payable VAT, avoiding penalties and completing return assignments.

Class 12 - VAT Penalty, VAT Audit & Handling VAT Authority Notices

Participants will learn about VAT penalties, audit processes, and practical steps to respond correctly to notices or letters from VAT authorities.

The Practical VAT Management Course is a comprehensive, hands-on training program designed to develop in-depth expertise in Bangladesh’s VAT system under the National Board of Revenue (NBR). This course focuses on practical application of VAT laws, rules, VAT Registration, VAT Books of accounts and compliance procedures followed by businesses.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of VAT registration, VAT calculation, VAT Books of accounts, VAT Rebate, VDS and proper documentation. The training emphasizes real-world practice using VAT forms, registers, and online VAT submission systems. Learners will be trained on VAT return preparation and submission through the NBR online platform. The course also covers VAT deduction at source (VDS), adjustment, and rebate mechanisms. Common VAT compliance errors and audit-related issues are discussed in detail. Practical examples and case studies are used to simplify complex VAT concepts.

By the end of the course, participants will be capable of independently handling VAT compliance for businesses. This program is ideal for students, accountants, business owners, and professionals seeking practical VAT management skills.

  • Total Classes: 13 sessions

  • Main Module: 12 classes

  • Problem-Solving Session: 1 dedicated class

  • Course Duration: 3 months

  • Class Schedule: Friday & Saturday evenings

  • Class Recordings: Full access to recorded sessions

  • Learning Resources: Unlimited access to VAT & Tax materials including Acts, Rules, SROs, GOs, SOs, and explanatory notes

  • Support: Lifetime support on VAT and Tax–related matters

  • Certificate: Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from RPE Academy

 

Facilitator – Ripon Bhowmik FCA, ITP, VAT Consultant

Mr. Bhowmik, is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and a qualified VAT Consultant with over 12 years of professional experience in tax, VAT, customs, accounts, finance, and audit. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in June 2019 after beginning his professional journey in 2014. His career includes managerial roles at reputed CA firms and a senior leadership position at a multinational company, where he led tax, VAT, customs, and BEZA-related compliance.

Currently, he serves as AGM – Accounts at Transcom Group, overseeing finance, accounts, import, tax, VAT and internal audit operations. He has conducted numerous training sessions at leading universities and professional institutes, reflecting his strong commitment to practical learning and professional excellence.

You will learn how VAT and Tax laws are applied in real professional scenarios through practical exercises, case studies, and guided examples drawn from actual industry experience.

Apart from that, this training will equip you with job-ready skills in VAT and Tax compliance, documentation, return filing, and regulatory requirements, helping you build confidence and professional competence.

This training is ideal for students, accounting and finance professionals, tax practitioners, corporate executives, and individuals seeking practical knowledge and career-oriented expertise in VAT and Tax matters.

Moreover, this course is suitable for aspiring tax professionals, fresh graduates, and working professionals who want to build strong practical skills and advance their careers in taxation and compliance.

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