The Master of International Tax (MIntTax) is a globally-recognised specialist tax qualification that equips you for the practice of taxation law in a rapidly changing economic world. It’s ideal for tax professionals, academics, government officials and those planning a career in tax law, whether from Australia or internationally, in which international taxation will play a key role. As a student, you can choose from a substantial selection of international and comparative tax subjects, as well as a range of subjects from Melbourne Law School’s broader tax and commercial law programs. All subjects are taught by leading international or Australian tax experts with significant reputations in the field of international tax. Course Structure Students in the Master of International Tax must complete seven subjects in addition to Foundations of Tax Law, including at least five subjects from the prescribed list. Up to two subjects may be selected from the subjects offered in the Master of Tax or Master of Commercial Law. Subject Timing and Format The Melbourne Law Masters program has been designed around the busy schedules of working professionals. Subjects are offered from February to December each year. Most subjects are taught intensively, giving you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the subject content. Intensive subjects are typically taught over five days, either from Monday–Friday or Wednesday–Tuesday, excluding the weekend. This intensive format enables students from interstate or overseas to fly to Melbourne to attend class. Semester-length subjects are generally taught for two hours in the evening each week during the semester. As a student in the Master of International Tax, you’ll develop an advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of international tax including: The rules that apply to residents deriving foreign source income and non-residents driving Australian source income The design of tax systems in a global economy and the interaction of the tax rules of sovereign countries The role of bi-lateral treaties between trading partners and the ability of one country to influence outcomes The role of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development and the United Nations in developing bi-lateral treaties Current debates on the applicability of existing corporate and international tax systems and proposed solutions.