Applied International Taxation
PostgraduateCUR-MT5472019
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Examine the way taxes are administered and structured. Pick apart international tax laws. Scrutinise foreign enterprises and tax treaties. Identify the anti-avoidance mechanisms that are used by governments to prevent global tax avoidance.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- Subject may require attendance
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
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Applied International Taxation
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will have:
- apply and evaluate common tax structures
- examine global tax implications for individuals and entities
- apply the provisions contained in a double tax agreement
- identify the main anti-avoidance mechanisms employed by government to combat international tax avoidance
- create different business and financing structures in order to set up a foreign enterprise and explain how tax treaties can be used in international tax planning.
- Domestic taxation policy
- Tax across international boundaries
This subject will deal with the types of taxation structures commonly utilised, and the different ways in which taxes are administered. The subject will also examine international taxation issues, including international tax planning and avoidance.
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- International taxation issues (30%)
- Tax policy letter of advice (20%)
- Invigilated Exam (50%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Prior study
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Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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