Graduate Certificate Programs in Taxation

Graduate Certificates are a way to engage and develop yourself without committing to a multi-year degree program as a working professional. Designed to target specific functional areas of interest to employers, Carlson Graduate Certificates allow students to enroll in 12 credits (4-6 courses) of graded, transcripted coursework that can usually be completed in a single academic year. Candidates who complete a certificate may apply it to the Master of Business Taxation program should they decide to continue.

The Certificate of Taxation focuses on the core taxation subjects that form the backbone of the degree program. Research, Communication Practice is a four-credit writing-intensive course that represents the signature course of the MBT program. IRS Practice and Procedure is the substantive area of taxation that provides the backdrop for the course.

The Certificate in International Taxation is designed for those tax professionals desiring a credential that will mark them as an expert in the field of International Taxation.

The Certificate in Closely-Held Business Taxation is designed for those tax professionals desiring a credential that will mark them as tax experts in dealing with closely-held businesses.

The Certificate in Tax Executive Taxation is designed as a credential for those tax professionals working in the tax a large corporation. The certificate has six required two-credit courses as follows: Corporate Taxation, State and Local Taxation, ASC 740 Computation and Analysis, Advanced ASC 740, International Tax I and Tax Technology.

The Certificate in High Net-Worth Individual Taxation is designed for those tax professionals desiring a credential that will mark them as tax experts in the area of tax planning for high net-worth individuals. Four required two-credit courses are as follows: Compensation and Benefits, Wealth Transfer, Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates, and Property Transactions. The final course needed is Research, Communication Practice, a four-credit writing-intensive course that represents the signature course of the MBT program.

Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates MBT 5353.

The demand for tax professionals is high. Tax professionals help corporations, small businesses, nonprofits and government agencies navigate the complexities of tax laws to understand how their tax strategies fit into the organization overall plan.

With only one prerequisite required, you can start your training as a tax expert right away at the Kelley School of Business at IUPUI, without a business or accounting degree. Our Master of Science in Taxation (MST) and Graduate Certificate in Taxation prepare you for several career opportunities such as:.

What makes the Kelley School so unique is how the program infuses real-world experiences into the classroom.

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Whether you are an entry-level tax professional looking to focus your skills, an attorney seeking greater expertise in estate and tax law planning or a busy professional who desires specialized training, this certificate can help set you apart from other tax professionals.

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Learn the curriculum for the Graduate Certificate in Taxation.

Earn a Master of Science in Taxation (MST).

Pursue our MST degree full time or part time, depending on the demands of your work and personal life. You have the flexibility to design your tax specialization by choosing up to 10.5 credit hours of electives from tax, accounting, business or law.

The Kelley MST at IUPUI requires only one prerequisite to get started. Our students take courses in the evenings as they build work experience. Such an arrangement allows you to immediately apply the concepts you learn in class to projects and tasks at work.

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Certificate description: Graduate students in Accountancy may use their accountancy electives and business electives to complete an emphasis in taxation.

Deadlines for application to the Graduate Certificate in Taxation.

Students may start the program at the beginning of the fall semester.

Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.

Trulaske Graduate Application (built into the Graduate School online application).

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Tax Research and three elective courses. The focus of the certificate is to provide students with both a theoretical basis and practical hands-on skills. The certificate is dedicated exclusively to the study of taxation. Admission to the Certificate in Graduate Taxation program requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. The completion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is not required.

The program is suitable for practicing accountants, attorneys, and financial planners who do not primarily practice in the field of taxation but who wish to gain a background in that field of practice. In addition, it is an ideal vehicle for recent accounting graduates and non-accounting graduates who have a desire to receive a focused and convenient program of study in the area of taxation. This certificate is designed for students who are interested in studying taxation for their own professional practice or a venture in family business, as well as for those who are interested in developing tax skills, creative thinking and innovative approaches as a career-builder in working for small or large corporations.

The certificate program provides students with an of the different areas of taxation and provides them with the skills and knowledge they need to identify and resolve many tax issues. The curriculum provides an exposure to the basic areas of taxation while permitting students to take courses designed to accommodate their particular interests. Coursework in the certificate program is geared to professionals employed on a full-time basis.

BTAX 6001 or BACC 7121 Federal Income Taxation of Individuals.

BTAX 6005 or BACC 7122 Federal Income Taxation of Businesses.

BTAX 7012 Federal Income Tax Practice and Procedure.

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In light of the old adage the only two certainties in life, the field of taxation, of course, needs little introduction. It is a complex, highly specialized field, and one that has a steady need for professionals with the relevant expertise.

The certificate in corporate taxation focuses on a variety of tax compliance issues for corporations. Holders of this specialized certificate will find opportunities in public accounting, corporate accounting and government. The certificate is made up of 12 semester credits, including six core credits. This certificate is only available online.

The certificate in individual taxation focuses on a variety of tax compliance issues for individuals. Holders of this specialized certificate will find opportunities in public accounting, small business accounting, and government. The certificate is made up of 12 semester credits, including four core credits. This certificate is only available online.

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The taxation post-baccalaureate certificate (PBC) is designed to prepare BSA and non-BSA students for tax positions in public accounting and other tax-related careers.

The courses that make up the taxation PBC are also offered as part of the MSA and MSA tax specialization. Students who choose to subsequently join the MSA program may apply any credit hours earned toward a taxation PBC to the MSA.

Admission and retention requirements are the same as those of the MSA program. As with the MSA program, ACCT 321-Introduction to Taxation, is a prerequisite for all MSA tax courses. Non-BSA students must complete ACCT 321 with a grade of B or better to enroll in any taxation PBC course. Retention requires a taxation PBC GPA of 3.0.

The PBC consists of four 500-level MSA tax courses covering topics such as:.

To complete the PBC, students must complete four tax courses as follows:.

Enrollment in this program does not qualify for federal financial aid.

The Taxation graduate certificate is designed for students and professionals who want a solid foundation of knowledge in taxation. Classes allow students to emphasize fundamentals of federal income tax, tax research and consultancy, taxation of corporations, taxation of partnerships, and special topics related to taxation. The certificate offers exceptional value for individuals interested in a successful career in taxation.

The fully online Graduate Certificate in Taxation (GCT) program is designed for students and professionals who want a solid foundation of knowledge of the tax field.

The Taxation Certificate is available for Master of Accounting and Non-degree seeking students.

Admitted certificate program students are required to maintain academic standards, including grade-point.

All courses for a certificate program must be completed online through Minnesota State University, Mankato. No transfer credit is granted. Courses earned in this certificate program may also be used toward the Master of Accounting.

The course examines significant principles of the federal tax system as applied to individuals and entities to provide a deeper understanding and appreciation of tax rules and underlying policies. The course will utilize the study of critical tax cases and application of tax laws to factual scenarios.

The theoretical structure underlying financial accounting will be discussed. The relationship of accounting theory to basic financial statements and standard setting will be analyzed. Case analysis will require research in accounting standards and application of those standards to various situations.

This course addresses specialized topics in accounting, auditing, or taxation. Topics will vary by semester.

This course concentrates on the skills needed to research tax questions. The research process employed to ascertain the state of the Federal tax law applicable to the facts, and the formulation of conclusions and professional recommendations is also explored.

This course examines the tax impact of the conduit rule, partnership formation, operation, sale and dissolution of a partnership income to the partners, withdrawal and retirement of partners and basis calculations.

This course examines issues and rules governing the taxability of C-corporations and their shareholders. The tax concepts and rules related to the activities of formation, operations, distributions, and liquidation are reviewed for the C-corporation entity and its shareholders.

This course addresses the importance of using data for business decision making purposes. Students will learn to identify specific business problems, evaluate potential solutions, and use data to provide a foundation for making sound business decisions. This will be accomplished through the use of systematic problem solving tools, the exploration of commonly used business analytics methodologies, and the learned use of specific software packages.

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This graduate certificate program provides a broad-based education in the international taxation field with an emphasis on corporate tax issues.

Students get the skills necessary to prepare taxes for individuals and corporations with foreign activities, or for foreigners with US activities.

Certificate students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

To apply for certificate programs, students should submit an admission application and fee.

Important Note: Graduate certificate admission is limited to domestic students. Students that plan to study on an F or J Visa may apply to graduate programs only.

Students are expected to possess proficiency in writing to ensure they can be successful in their course of study.

Prepare for a career in tax compliance and representation.

Understanding the federal and state tax codes is vitally important for individuals, companies and nonprofits to stay in compliance with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). For accountants, understanding tax preparation, compliance and policy is essential, so those with the coveted knowledge to navigate these complex and complicated laws are valued by all. CPA firms, businesses, and non-profits hire skilled tax professionals and accountants to ensure compliance with the IRS, and the government hires tax professionals to review the tax documents it receives. There is no question those with a background in tax law, compliance and preparation are hugely sought after.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants is closely tied to the growth of the economy and is projected to grow 6 percent from 2018 to 2028. Completing this certificate program will help set you apart, sharpen your competitive edge, boost your earning power and better prepare you to succeed in this important field.

The Graduate Certificate in Taxation is a 12-credit-hour program that can be completed in as few as two semesters (taking 6 credit hours per semester) or up to four semesters (taking 3 credit hours per semester). This certificate emphasizes one of the key services areas in the CPA Profession.

Throughout the program, students will study business and personal income tax theory and applied methods required to be an immediate contributor in tax groups at CPA firms, corporations and other organizations. Students will master compliance with federal and state tax code as it pertains to individuals, corporations and other entities. They will also master tax planning strategies for individuals and businesses.

ACCTNG 4441: Advanced Federal Income Tax: Business Taxation.

A Graduate Certificate in Taxation at UMSL is earned through our internationally recognized College of Business Administration, ranked among the top 2 percent of business schools in the world thanks to dual AACSB accreditation in both business and accounting.

Our innovative certificate programs are designed to provide specialized knowledge, skills and training in a flexible format, and in a short amount of time. Completing a certificate program can help set you apart, sharpen your competitive edge, boost your earning power and advance in your profession.

UMSL provides the knowledge, resources, tools, skills and support students will need to be successful in our programs. Designed to accommodate busy adults, the flexibility of this program enables students to boost their credentials while balancing work, family and school life. UMSL is committed to increasing access to higher education, and as such, is consistently ranked number one in affordability in the St. Louis region.

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If the degree is not in Accounting, then have completed 21 credits in accounting equivalent to: BU3502, BU3511, BU4500, BU4510, BU4570, BU4590, BU5505, BU5525, BU5540, and BU5550, plus 3 credits in Statistics equivalent to MA2000.

SUNY Old Westbury is an accredited NYS CPE sponsor. Candidates who have already earned a CPA can use these courses to fulfill their continuing professional education (CPE) requirements.

BU 7572 Taxation of S Corps, Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies.