Tax Practitioners Board Approved course in Australian Taxation Law DIPLOMA OF AUSTRALIAN TAXATION LAW The Tax Education Program Tax Practitioners Board Approved Course taxinstitute.com.au
STUDYING AT THE TAX INSTITUTE Flexible options to suit you We understand that you have other commitments, so we have developed flexible study options to help fit study with your work and life obligations. Whichever way you choose to study, our print, online and electronic resources will support your learning. Face-to-face lectures* are available in most mainland capital cities, are typically held fortnightly and are three hours in length. Face-to-face lectures may also be offered in an intensive format, with the lectures held over a full day, once a month. Intensive lectures are typically offered in regional areas. Distance learning enables you to study at your own pace, wherever you are. You will receive current, comprehensive electronic, online and print resources, as well as support with monthly web/ teleconference tutorials. Accelerated study with assessment-only allows candidates who wish to accelerate to a credential and who have prior study, qualifications and experience to progress directly to the assessment for the course. A past examination paper is issued for assessment preparation. In-company delivery of courses customised to a firm s needs are available in response to demand. Details are provided on application. *The Tax Institute reserves the right to cancel or postpone courses where course enrolment numbers are not viable.
DIPLOMA OF AUSTRALIAN TAXATION LAW The definitive Australian taxation law course for those wishing to register as a tax agent About the Australian Taxation Law Diploma award Our Diploma of Australian Taxation Law was approved by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) on 29 June 2011 as a course in Australian taxation law. Our diploma qualification is achieved through successful completion of the Certificate in Foundation Tax course and the Certificate in Applied Tax course. These two certificate courses build on each other to provide the diploma qualification. How do I apply? Complete and return the enclosed enrolment form or visit taxeducation.com.au for more information Tax Practitioners Board Approved course in Australian Taxation Law
CERTIFICATE IN FOUNDATION TAX Increase confidence, productivity and career opportunities About Foundation Tax Foundation Tax is The Tax Institute s introductory course which links academic studies to the workplace. As the name implies, this hands-on tax training builds a foundation for new entrants to the Australian tax profession wishing to establish a career in tax and become an asset to their firm, or revisit or broaden their tax skills. The course focuses on developing the skills required to complete common tax compliance tasks. This course is ideal for: Recent graduates of accounting or law Registered Tax Agents Bookkeepers Cadets Financial planners Overseas professionals wishing to gain the basics in Australian tax. Entry requirements This course is open to you if you are interested in gaining entry-level skills that enable you to perform common compliance tasks when working with tax agents, accounting firms or corporations. Course structure (30 CPD hours) With a total of 110 hours, you can choose to attend fortnightly or intensive faceto-face lectures, or distance study with optional web/teleconferencing tutorials. Foundation Tax is completed in one study period, with three study periods offered each year. A typical study period will run for approximately 17 19 weeks. Shorter intensive courses may be offered which run for approximately six weeks. Refer to taxeducation.com.au for more information on course schedules. Course benefits* You will receive student membership benefits for the duration of the course. You will also receive online access to the following publications from our Business Alliance Partners*: Australian Tax Handbook 2011, Thomson Reuters Online Australian Master Tax Guide, CCH Australia Limited. *Benefits and Business Alliance Partners are subject to change without notice. Assessment Foundation Tax is assessed in three ways: Exam with a weighting of 50% Eight online tests with a total weighting of 40% Attendance and participation with a weighting of 10%. Exemptions and recognition Graduates of Foundation Tax will gain one elective subject exemption from the Bachelor of Taxation qualification at the Australian School of Taxation (Atax) at the University of New South Wales. This course, along with successful completion of our Applied Tax course, is recognised by the Tax Practitioners Board as an approved course in Australian taxation law (conditions apply). Foundation Tax What you will study Introduction to the Australian Tax System Individuals Businesses Structures Loans Goods and Services Tax Capital Gains Tax Fringe Benefits Tax 3 - THE TAX INSTITUTE - Diploma of Australian Taxation Law
CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED TAX Define leadership and commercial skills About Applied Tax The Applied Tax course sets the benchmark for comprehensive technical skills to tackle complex tax issues. Recognised and preferred by leading employers, this course allows you to build on your current experience to significantly increase your knowledge and to cement your position as a knowledgeable and technical tax leader in the tax profession. This course is ideal for: Accountants or lawyers with two or more years practical experience Accountants or lawyers wanting to engage in more complex business returns and apply tax law Lawyers wanting to move into tax as a focus area Accountants wanting to move into more senior roles in tax Registered Tax Agents or those wishing to apply to the TPB Certified Financial Planners wanting to extend their tax knowledge. Applied Tax What you will study Ethics and integrity in tax compliance Capital Gains Tax Fundamentals Corporate Tax Fundamentals Goods and Services Tax Superannuation Fringe Benefits Tax International Tax Fundamentals Partnerships & Trusts Tax Strategies Tax Administration Entry requirements This course is open to you if you have a background in accounting or law and wish to take that next step to further build on your knowledge and skills to deal with more complex tax issues. Course structure (30 CPD hours) With a total of 132 hours, you can choose to attend fortnightly or intensive faceto-face lectures, or distance study with optional web/teleconferencing tutorials. Applied Tax is completed in one study period, with two study periods offered each year. A typical study period will run for approximately 20 weeks and has been scheduled so candidates can progress directly from Foundation Tax to Applied Tax. Course benefits You will receive online access to the following publications from our Business Alliance Partners*: Tax Q & A, Thomson Reuters Tax Solution Finder, CCH Australia Limited. *Benefits and Business Alliance Partners are subject to change without notice. Assessment Applied Tax is assessed in three ways: Assignment (2,500 words) due mid-course with a weighting of 40% Final exam with a weighting of 50% Online tests, attendance and participation with a weighting of 10%. Exemptions and recognition Graduates of Applied Tax gain: Exemption from the Chartered Accountants (CA) Program Tax Module Exemption from the Taxation Segment of the CPA Australia program Six units of credit for one of the following postgraduate taxation programs offered by the University of New South Wales, Australian School of Taxation (Atax): Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation Master of Taxation, or Master of International Taxation Credit for the capstone income tax unit (Taxation 531) from Curtin University, School of Business and Law in: Graduate Certificate in Taxation, or Postgraduate Diploma of Commerce (Taxation) This course, along with successful completion of our Foundation Tax course, is recognised by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) as an approved course in Australian taxation law (conditions apply). THE TAX INSTITUTE - Diploma of Australian Taxation Law - 5
Diploma of Australian Taxation Law ENROLMENT FORM Refer to taxeducation.com.au/policies-and-forms and also over page for more information on enrolment conditions and course fees. Enrol Online enrol at taxinstitute.com.au Mail GPO Box 1694 Sydney, NSW 2001 Fax 02 8223 0077 Enrolment Please tick box if applicable: It is my intention to complete Foundation Tax and then to enrol in Applied Tax within two years to provide the Diploma of Australian Taxation Law qualification. Each component Certificate course has its own completion rules of 2 years. I have indicated below my preferred pathway to the Diploma qualification. Please note: if you intend to complete the Diploma qualification please indicate your preferred study pathway. This does not confirm your enrolment in Applied Tax, you will be contacted prior to the study period commencing for application of enrolment in this course. Course fees will be payable at time of enrolment in each course. I am applying for: Foundation Tax (please tick) Intensive Study Period 1, 2012 (May Jul 2012) Study Period 2, 2012 (Jul Nov 2012) Intensive Study Period 2, 2012 (Oct Nov 2012) Study Period 3, 2012 (Nov 2012 Mar 2013) Course fees * (refer over page for key dates) Enrol prior to early bird enrolment close: $1,200 Enrol prior to enrolment close: $1,320 OR Assessment only pathway Study Period 2, 2012 (Jul 2012 exam) Study Period 3, 2012 (Nov 2012 exam) Course fees for assessment only * $660 Applied Tax (please tick) Study Period 2, 2012 (Aug Dec 2012) Course fees * (refer over page for key dates and fees) Member: $1,750 New member^: $1,950 Early bird discounts may apply refer over page for key dates. OR Assessment only pathway Refer to taxeducation.com.au for assessment dates Study Period 2, 2012 (Aug Dec 2012) 2013 dates yet to be released Course fees for assessment only * Member: $875 Non-member: $920 * Course fees do not attract GST. An additional $100 is charged for candidates located outside of Australia. Prices are subject to change without notice. Foundation tax course fee includes student membership for the duration of the course. ^ Applied Tax new member course fee includes membership transfer fees, $200 (including GST) for early bird course fees, and $250 (incuding GST) for regular course fees. Modes of study Distance study OR Face-to-face lectures (select location*): Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Adelaide Perth *lectures are subject to minimum class numbers Candidate contact details Title: (Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Other) Member no: Date of birth: First name: Home address: Last name: Suburb: Tel: Mobile: State: Postcode: Email: Country: Business contact details Company: Postal address: Position: Suburb: Tel: State: Postcode: Email: Preferred mailing address: Business Home
Sponsoring employer details I give permission for my course records to be disclosed to my sponsoring employer: Yes No Supervisor s name: Postal address: Position: Tel: Suburb: Supervisor s email: Candidate declaration I have read and accepted all of the information provided in the candidate declaration and supporting documentation at taxeducation.com.au/policies-and-form Payment method State: Candidate signature: Date: Postcode: Course fee: Please refer to course fees (below) $ International fee: $ Total $ I enclose a cheque* for $ *Please make cheque payable to The Tax Institute in Australian dollars. Please charge my credit card $ Card type: AMEX Visa MasterCard Diners Card no. / / / Expiry date: Cardholder s signature: Cardholder s name: If you DO NOT wish to receive any advice about out events and special discounted offers via mail, please tick this box. Enrolment Information Key dates Foundation Tax Enrol on or before early bird enrolment close Intensive Study Period 1, 2012 Study Period 2, 2012 Intensive Study Period 2, 2012 Study Period 3, 2012 Course fees # 1 May 2012 19 June 2012 4 September 2012 9 October 2012 $1,200 Enrol on or before enrolment close 15 May 2012 3 July 2012 18 September 2012 23 October 2012 $1,320 Course commencement 29 May 2012 24 July 2012 1 October 2012 14 November 2012 # Course fees do not attract GST. An additional $100 is charged for candidates located outside of Australia. Prices are subject to change without notice. All course fees include student membership for duration of course. Applied Tax Study Period 2, 2012 Course fees * Enrol on or before early bird enrolment close 3 July 2012 Member: $1,600 New member^: $1,800 Enrol on or before enrolment close 17 July 2012 Member: $1,750 New member^: $1,950 Course commencement 7 August 2012 * Course fees do not attract GST. An additional $100 is charged for candidates located outside of Australia. Prices are subject to change without notice. ^New member course fee includes membership transfer fees, $200 (including GST) for early bird course fees, and $250 (incuding GST) for regular course fees. This does not apply to existing members. FAQs What if I have missed the enrolment close date? Late enrolments may be accepted upon acceptance of late disclaimer waiver refer to taxeducation.com.au/policies-and-forms. An additional $100 is charged for enrolments received after enrolment close date. Where can I find further course information on assessment, course schedules, etc? Refer to our Education website: taxeducation.com.au 0034EDU_03/12 Do I have to enrol in both Foundation Tax and Applied Tax together for the Diploma Qualification? No, we ask that you enrol in Foundation Tax first and mark when you are intending to enrol in Applied Tax so we can contact you prior to the Applied Tax course commencing for your enrolment and course fees.
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