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Taxation Planning

Undergraduate | GRF-AFE318 | 2021

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Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
Part of a degree
Duration
-

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Taxation Planning

About this subject

    1. Understand the general operation of the Australian revenue system and particular tax planning strategies.
    2. Understand and discuss taxation as a social force, with policy implications affecting the interests of individuals, communities, business and government.
    3. Consider the particular integrity rules that apply to the taxation of individuals, general partnerships, corporations and trusts.
    4. Understand the tax issues that can arise on the sale of a business (with a focus on the small business capital gains tax concessions).
    5. Understand the general tax planning issues such as income splitting, superannuation, fringe benefits tax and salary packaging.
    6. Understand the potential sources and methods to research and solve tax issues (especially using internet and electronic sources).
    7. Better communicate complex tax issues in a clear and precise manner (both written and oral).
    8. Be aware of the characteristics that distinguish tax evasion, tax avoidance and tax planning.
    9. Understand the professional obligations and liabilities in providing tax planning advice, as well as the powers of the Australian Tax Office.

Entry requirements

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.

Prior study

You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:

  • GRF-AFE316-Revenue Law: Theory and Policy in Action (no longer available)

Additional requirements

  • Equipment requirements - Audio/Video equipment

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.

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