Master of Taxation
University of Akron Online
Key Information
Campus location
Akron, USA
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
15 Months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 7,341 / per year
Application deadline
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Introduction
Complete the only MTax program in the region — in as few as 15 months.
The Master of Taxation (MTax) Direct program is a professional degree in the College of Business Administration (CBA) School of Accountancy. It provides intensive training for individuals planning to enter the field, and for experienced accountants and attorneys.
Gain conceptual, technical, and professional knowledge that will enable you to examine and understand many aspects of the tax structure. The curriculum focuses on federal and state taxation, tax research, communication skills, and tax planning.
Through the MTax Direct, the George W. Daverio School of Accountancy will offer its Master of Taxation degree directly to students’ desktop computers with courses delivered live via a modern, highly efficient and robust synchronous tool. Please note that all classes are scheduled live following a schedule in the Eastern Time Zone.
Why Akron?
- Convenience — Sessions are interactive and delivered live through a laptop or mobile device, and maybe recorded for later viewing. Note: This program requires some synchronous courses.
- Expert Instructors — Learn from highly experienced CPAs and attorneys with expertise in tax.
- Practical Emphasis — The program is practice-oriented, offering in-depth knowledge that can be applied immediately.
- Reputation — For more than 30 years, we have enjoyed a reputation for excellence among employers, who compete for our graduates.
- Flexibility — The program accommodates the schedules of tax professionals and is customizable to focus on specialized areas.
- Efficient — Complete the program in as few as 15 months.
Admissions
Curriculum
Required Master of Taxation Courses
- Tax Research
- Corporate Taxation I
- Taxation of Partnerships
- Corporate Taxation II
- Tax Accounting
- Tax Policy & Ethics
- State & Local Taxation
- International Taxation
Approved Taxation Electives
Select 6 credits of the following:
- Professional Colloquium I
- Tax Crimes and Forensics
- Estate and Gift Taxation
- Income Taxation of Decedents, Estates & Trusts
- Advanced Individual Taxation
- Consolidated Tax Returns
- Qualified Pensions & Profit Sharing
- Estate Planning
- S Corp Taxation
- Selected Topics in Taxation
English Language Requirements
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