Graduate Coursework

Graduate Diploma in Tax

  • Course code: 187AA
Clock
Duration
6 months full time / 1 year part time
Location
Mode (Location)
On Campus (Parkville)
Calendar-month
Intake
February, March, June, July, August, December
Key dates
Dollar
Fees
AUD $46,240 (2024 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) are not available
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Career outcomes

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Tax is ideal for lawyers, accountants and other professionals working as tax advisers who are looking to take the next step in their careers.

You’ll develop an advanced understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of taxation law, including:

  • The theories and policies that underpin and influence the operation of taxation law
  • The operation of institutions that develop, administer and determine the application of taxation law (Treasury, the ATO and the courts)
  • Current developments in tax practice at the national and international level
  • Influential international trends in taxation law such as those proposed by the OECD
  • Current debates on proposed reform of taxation law

You’ll also develop skills in critical analysis and the ability to interpret and transmit your ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences, including clients.

Plus, many students who complete four subjects towards the Graduate Diploma in Tax decide to take four more subjects to complete a Master of Tax.