{"id":13861,"date":"2018-03-06T10:06:33","date_gmt":"2018-03-06T10:06:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getsmarter.com\/blog\/?p=13861"},"modified":"2025-09-19T13:55:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T11:55:53","slug":"getsmarter-finance-portfolio-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getsmarter.com\/blog\/getsmarter-finance-portfolio-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"GetSmarter Online Short Courses – Finance Portfolio | FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Careers in the business and finance sector are projected to grow by up to 10% between 2016 and 2026 1<\/a><\/sup>. If you\u2019re looking to become a New Professional in the lucrative financial field, you need to know when it\u2019s time to upskill and which online short course from the GetSmarter Financial Portfolio will give you the best recognition for your expertise.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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The GetSmarter Financial Portfolio<\/a> has been curated with the modern financier in mind. These online short courses will help you fill multiple roles (depending on your chosen course) in the financial industry while keeping you ahead of the curve and confident in your abilities.<\/strong> You can complete any of the courses without previous higher education experience or you can build your existing education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How will a GetSmarter finance course benefit my career?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The GetSmarter portfolio of finance courses are tailored for working professionals like yourself and can benefit you at any stage<\/strong> of your career path. Whether you\u2019re emerging in the industry or have been working for over 15 years and want to refresh your knowledge, there is an online short course for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which course is relevant for you?\"GetSmarter<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Investment Management<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Have over 15 years experience? The University of Cape Town Investment Management<\/a> online short course is a great fit for you if you\u2019re interested in empowering yourself with the diverse skills needed to intelligently manage your investment portfolio and be able to choose the right company, the right fund and the right investment strategy with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Bookkeeping<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Have you just started your own business, and want to be able to manage your own finances? \u00a0A Bookkeeping<\/a> course will give you the confidence to implement tax, VAT and payroll processes and keep control of your inventories and financial transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Financial Management<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Want to get a foot in the door with a financial career? This Basics of Financial Management<\/a> course, you\u2019ll learn essential finance skills within a business context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why should I upskill in the finance industry?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Upskilling yourself in a given career path allows for quicker job progression and opens you up to more opportunities for a raise or promotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As seen in the GetSmarter Career Path Profiles<\/a>, continuous studying and frequent updating of your hard and soft skills are necessary across all industries in today’s fast-paced work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two of the top positions within the financial sector are Chief Financial Officer<\/a>\u00a0and a Financial Manager<\/a>. Both positions are in high demand, with a projected growth rate of 19% between 2016 and 2026 2<\/a><\/sup>, and require individuals with a high-level of financial finesse to help companies remain competitive and profitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Five key financial areas you should upskill in today<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Cost and management accounting<\/h5>\n<\/td>
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Payroll and tax administration<\/h5>\n<\/td>

  • Use your knowledge of payroll tax to positively influence employee job satisfaction and overall business expense<\/li>
  • Accurately calculate, allocate and deduct payroll, and understand the calculations in employee leave systems<\/li>
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    Want these skills?<\/a><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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Accounting<\/h5>\n<\/td>

  • Navigate the complexities of business tax and how it impacts financial management<\/li>
  • Develop the practical skills to control and manage finance-related aspects of any business or venture<\/li>
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    Want these skills?<\/a><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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Tax law<\/h5>\n<\/td>

  • Ensure your business or employer is prepared when it comes to paying income tax<\/li>
  • Turn your business into a tax-efficient entity, aligned with current income tax laws<\/li>
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    Want these skills?<\/a><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

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Advanced project management<\/h5>\n<\/td>