The Master of Taxation is a specialist program designed to meet the growing needs of taxation professionals and practitioners to deal with complex taxation issues involved in business decisions and business transactions. Taught by leading tax academics, the program provides exposure to complex aspects of the discipline and a critical understanding of the Australian taxation system. The program also emphasises developing skills in research, analysis and sustained self-directed writing, including relevant skills in collecting and organising material. The program offers five specialisations: Taxation; International Taxation; Revenue Administration; Applied Taxation; and Taxation and Financial Planning. Taxation Develops an advanced taxation knowledge base and advanced professional skills in taxation. International Taxation Develops a basic and advanced international taxation knowledge base and advanced professional skills in the practical application of international tax knowledge. Revenue Administration Suitable if you are currently working in revenue authorities or related agencies, particularly in developing and transitional economies (including those located in the Pacific, Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe). This specialisation will equip you for work in the revenue administration and treasury areas of the public service, or for work in consultancies, and agencies related to these areas. Applied Tax Provides the essentials needed to understand what tax advice is needed as part of accounting, business management and advising work. The curriculum is restricted so as to meet professional expectations relevant to Australian tax practitioners. Taxation and Financial Planning Provides multi-disciplinary (Taxation, Law and Business) specialised education in financial planning and personal wealth accumulation. Suitable if you are seeking a career in this area or if you are looking to transit into this sector, whether in private professional practice, in commerce, or in government service. Assessment for the Master of Taxation courses emphasises analysis and sustained writing in current problem areas and constructive contributions to the professional debate on key problems. This requires you to engage in sustained application of analytical skills and writing in your primary areas of advanced work and encourages you to add to the body of knowledge and critical understanding in such areas. The Master of Taxation can be studied on a full-time basis (four courses in one semester) or part-time basis (one or two courses per semester). Elective courses in the program are offered in online distance learning mode as well as classroom mode. Program Structure Students must complete 48 UOC as a standalone program. Learning Outcomes Business knowledge: Students will make informed and effective selection and application of knowledge in a discipline or profession, in the contexts of local and global business. Problem solving: Students will define and address business problems, and propose effective evidence-based solutions, through the application of rigorous analysis and critical thinking. Business communication: Students will harness, manage and communicate business information effectively using multiple forms of communication across different channels. Teamwork: Students will interact and collaborate effectively with others to achieve a common business purpose or fulfil a common business project, and reflect critically on the process and the outcomes. Responsible business practice: Students will develop and be committed to responsible business thinking and approaches, which are underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.