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Our Flagship Course

Coming March 2026

Accounting Fundamentals

Core Principles of Accounting

By Dr. Ashley N. Johansen, Ph.D.

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Course Overview

Accounting Fundamentals is designed to give students a deliberate and approachable introduction to accounting. Rather than rushing to final financial statements, this course focuses on understanding each step of the accounting cycle and how those steps connect.

Concepts are introduced gradually and reinforced through examples, guided practice, and reflection, allowing learners to build true mastery over time.

Coming March 2026

This Course Is Built For

New Learners

Students new to accounting who want a clear, structured foundation.

Developing Students

Learners seeking a deeper understanding of accounting concepts and processes.

Parents & Educators

Those supporting instruction at home or in educational settings seeking clear instruction.

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Program Goal

The primary goal of Accounting Fundamentals is to help students develop a deep, working understanding of the accounting cycle. By the end of the program, learners should feel confident explaining and completing each step and applying accounting principles in academic and real-world contexts.

  • Process over shortcuts

  • Accuracy over speed

  • Understanding over memorization

Course Structure

Weeks 1–18

Students focus on foundational skills including analyzing transactions, recording journal entries, and posting to the general ledger. A guided practice set is introduced gradually to reinforce learning.

Weeks 19–33

Learners complete the remaining steps of the accounting cycle, including adjustments and reporting, while continuing to build on earlier concepts. The practice set concludes with a full application of the accounting cycle from start to finish.

Future Courses

Ashar Publishing is building a growing catalog of courses designed with the same focus on clarity, structure, and meaningful learning. As we expand, new subjects will be introduced thoughtfully and released only when they meet our educational standards.

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Accounting Fundamentals

Coming March 2026


Personal Finance

Coming Fall 2026


Entrepreneurship

Coming Winter 2026


A Thoughtful Beginning

Accounting Fundamentals is a course we’re genuinely excited to share as the first release from Ashar Publishing. Designed for learners who want to understand accounting without feeling rushed or overwhelmed, this program takes a steady, thoughtful approach to the accounting cycle.

It reflects our belief that strong educational content should feel clear, intentional, and confidence-building, giving students the space to learn and truly understand the material.