Graduate Diploma in Taxation - GradDipTax


General

Course code: 0399
Course director: Mr Vince Morabito
The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Taxation course is to provide a detailed understanding of the concepts and practical application of Australian taxation law appropriate for students wishing to practise in the areas of accounting, law and financial management and those who are current practitioners and who require a comprehensive refresher course. It is also appropriate for students who regularly deal with taxation issues in the normal course of their employment or business dealings.

Course objectives

Upon completion of this course students will have:

Admission requirements

Applicants require a pass degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution or an executive certificate from this faculty with an average grade of credit or above.

Fees

This is a fee-paying course. Candidates should consult the Department of Business Law and Taxation as to the 1999 course fee. Course fees are set and reviewed annually and are therefore subject to change.

Duration

The Graduate Diploma in Taxation is normally completed in two semesters of full-time study or four semesters of part-time study.

Mode of offering

Evening classes are offered on-campus at the Caulfield campus.

Credit for work done previously

Candidates may be eligible for a maximum of four credit exemptions for subjects considered to be equivalent to particular subjects in the course of study. Please refer to the course director for further details.

Course structure

Students are required to complete any eight of the following subjects:

Progression to further studies

Students who successfully complete the Graduate Diploma in Taxation with an average grade of credit or above may apply for admission to the Master of Taxation.