Master of Taxation

Program Overview

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The UNSW Master of Taxation is a one-year program designed to equip tax professionals with expertise in Australian taxation law. It offers a comprehensive curriculum covering core concepts, research skills, and practical applications. Students can choose from a range of electives to tailor their studies to their career goals, including personal tax, financial planning, and international tax. The program is delivered online or hybrid, allowing for flexible study options.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

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Overview:

The UNSW Master of Taxation is a fast-track to Australian taxation law expertise from UNSW Business School, a leading institution in the Asia-Pacific region. This degree is designed to equip the student, a tax professional or practitioner, to better manage the complex taxation issues involved in business decisions and transactions. The course will further develop essential skills in research and analysis, build exposure to and critical understanding of complex aspects of taxation and the Australian taxation system.

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Objectives:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Australian taxation system.
• To develop students' skills in tax research and analysis.
• To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to advise clients on tax matters.
• To prepare students for a career in taxation.

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Program Description:

The Master of Taxation is a 1-year program consisting of 8 courses, including:

• Three compulsory core courses
• One capstone course
• Four prescribed electives catering for career goals, such as personal tax, financial planning, indirect tax, corporate or commercial tax matters to international tax.
This program commences with compulsory courses across commercial transactions, business entities and business taxation, followed by a compulsory capstone course, which synthesizes learnings with a practical assessment of the content. The student will then have the flexibility to pursue career interests with electives in areas such as personal tax, financial planning, indirect taxes, corporate and commercial tax matters to international tax. Students can also choose to study up to two elective courses from the Master of Science in Taxation (MSc Tax) at the University of Oxford, subject to faculty approval. The Master of Taxation can be pursued on a full-time basis by completing two courses per term over four terms, or a part-time basis until all courses are completed. All core courses, capstone courses and most popular electives are offered frequently and delivered fully online or hybrid.

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Outline:

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Content:

• The Master of Taxation covers a wide range of topics, including:
• Australian taxation law
• International taxation
• Tax accounting
• Tax planning
• Tax research
• Tax policy

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Structure:

• The Master of Taxation is a 1-year program consisting of 8 courses.
• The program is divided into four terms, with two courses taken each term.
• Students can choose to study full-time or part-time.

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Course Schedule:

• The course schedule for the Master of Taxation is as follows:
• Term 1:
• Core Course: Taxation Law and Policy
• Core Course: International Taxation
• Elective Course 1
• Elective Course 2
• Term 2:
• Core Course: Tax Accounting
• Core Course: Tax Planning
• Elective Course 3
• Elective Course 4
• Term 3:
• Capstone Course: Taxation Research and Analysis
• Elective Course 5
• Elective Course 6
• Term 4:
• Elective Course 7
• Elective Course 8

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Individual Modules:

• The individual modules in the Master of Taxation are as follows:
• Core Courses:
• Taxation Law and Policy
• International Taxation
• Tax Accounting
• Tax Planning
• Taxation Research and Analysis
• Capstone Course
• Elective Courses:
• Personal Tax
• Financial Planning
• Indirect Tax
• Corporate and Commercial Tax Matters
• International Tax
• Master of Science in Taxation (MSc Tax) at the University of Oxford

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Assessment:

• The assessment methods used in the Master of Taxation include:
• Exams
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Research papers
• The assessment criteria used in the Master of Taxation include:
• Knowledge and understanding
• Critical thinking
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills

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Teaching:

• The teaching methods used in the Master of Taxation include:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Online learning
• The faculty in the Master of Taxation are experts in taxation law and policy.
They have a wealth of experience in teaching and research.
• The Master of Taxation offers a number of unique approaches to teaching, including:
• The use of case studies to illustrate tax concepts
• The opportunity to work on real-world tax projects
• The opportunity to participate in research projects

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Careers:

• The Master of Taxation prepares students for a career in taxation.
Graduates of the program can work in a variety of settings, including:
• Public accounting firms
• Private companies
• Government agencies
• Non-profit organizations
• The Master of Taxation also provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to start their own tax practice.