Course overview
This course aims to provide learners with an advanced introduction to and overview of the fundamental concepts of taxation law and satisfy the educational requirements of professional bodies and meet legislative requirements to provide Tax (Financial) Advice. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills required for professional practice, incorporating: the Tax Agent Services Act (2009); the income tax, capital gains tax, fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax regimes; the taxation treatment of partnerships, trusts, minors, companies, and superannuation entities; international taxation; anti-avoidance provisions; tax planning; and tax administration.
- Module 1: Income Tax Equation Part 1
- Module 2: Income Tax Equation Part 2
- Module 3: Select Issues in Tax Law
Course learning outcomes
- Analyse and apply the operation of the income tax, fringe benefits tax and goods and services tax systems and associated legislation, particularly with respect to topics covered in the syllabus
- Explain and demonstrate application of case law to interpret the legislation
- Construct cogent positions to justify application of the legislation and case law to factual scenarios
- Critically review basic tax planning
- Explicate the administrative aspects of taxation, including assessments, amendments, objections, and appeals
- Critically evaluate policy issues underpinning the income tax system
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 20330
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20329
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20328
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20327
Section TU04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20326
Section TU05
Size 30
Available 30
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 50331
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 50330
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 58660
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 50329
Section TU04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 50328
Section TU05
Size 30
Available 30
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