Are you a holder of a relevant commercial Undergraduate Degree, HND, LLB or any other equivalent qualifications, and dreaming of having an internationally recognized tax qualification?  if so, here is a career opportunity!

In a flexible time of 12 months, the Institute of Chartered Tax Accountants of Zimbabwe (ICTAZ) in partnership with its training partners, Training Qualifications Certification Board (UK) offers you an opportunity to attain a Post-Graduate Diploma in International Taxation, status of a Chartered Tax Accountants (Zimbabwe) and Membership of the Institute (AICTAZ/ FICTAZ).

About this Programme

Duration: 12 months

Enrollment is throughout the year.

Programme overview

International tax is the study and practice that centres on the application of taxes and tax law in the international community as it relates to individuals, businesses and government agencies conducting cross-border commerce. The myriad of tax treaties, territorial tax laws and their effect on extraterritorial income requires the interpretive expertise of scholars and practitioners who specialize in International Taxation.

The complexities of International Taxation dominate the landscape for multinational organisations trying to conduct business in multiple jurisdictions. This often results in international tax playing a major role in the conducting of cross-border transactions.

This programme, developed by leading International Taxation specialists, at both advisory and in-house level, will provide a firm grounding on all the “must-know” areas of International Taxation.

Upon completion, students will be fully equipped to confidently pursue a career in International Taxation.

The central objective of this programme, is to provide a comprehensive study of all aspects of International Taxation with the purpose to:

• Enable qualifying learners to grasp and analyse the various concepts, principles and frameworks in International Taxation.
• Identify potential or existing challenges and offer solutions to implement the general principles of International Taxation, as well as engage with the relevant authorities.

What will the learner be able to do/accomplish once graduated?

Upon successful completion of the programme, students will have a comprehensive grounding in all aspects of International Taxation.

They will be able to address the crucial issues within the sector and be equipped to engage with the relevant international authorities in the field.

Programme outcomes

On successful completion of all stages of the of the Post-Graduate Diploma qualification, students will be able to:

1. Critically evaluate, assess, and apply International Tax law concepts, theories, frameworks and policies to develop robust multinational transactions.
2. Successfully read, understand and apply International Tax case law.
3. Evaluate the complexities and use it to pursue both analysis and argument as appropriate within the international taxation environment.
4. Assist clients when navigating through, and dealing with, complex areas such as anti-avoidance measures, double taxation, hybrid arrangements taxation of management, taxation of the digital economy, base erosion and profit-sharing, transfer pricing.
5. Advice clients by incorporating practical considerations during dispute resolution.
6. Demonstrate originality in tackling key emerging tax issues and their tax impact to specific transactions and be able to put together solutions to support clients.
7. Comply with obligations and guidelines of the revenue services and corporations alike, when solving the complex issues.
8. Identify opportunities for International Tax planning.

Entry requirements?

We consider applications on their individual merits and circumstances. However, as a guide, the elements we consider when assessing the suitability of an applicant are:

• A relevant commercial Undergraduate Degree, HND, LLB or any other equivalent qualifications.
• Applications may also be accepted by candidates who have achieved a comparative academic level through their work experience – full details of which should be supplied in your personal statement and reference.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is a requirement for entry to the programme and evidence may need to be provided. Where English is a second language one must have successfully completed an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification at a recognized institution where the medium of tuition and assessment was entirely in English (proof must be provided).

Who is it for!

• Business owners and corporate executives, heads of departments of MNEs/MNCs, who require an adequate understanding of the International Tax Law Guidance and Frameworks to run their respective businesses/ divisions effectively.
• Highly recommended for graduates or any professionals in the legal, accounting or compliance field, wanting to pursue an international career specializing in tax. Gaining the ICTAZ Post-Graduate Diploma in International Taxation will distinguish the candidate as a specialist and will place them in the top category in the field on international taxation.
  

Suitable for!

• Tax Managers/Specialists/
• Accountants/Analysts/Advisers/
• Consultants/Preparers/Trainees
• Corporate Tax Managers/Directors/
• Specialists/Assistant
• All Accountants
• Tax Compliance Managers/Business
• Analysts/Officers/Specialists
• Group Tax & Risk Reporting
• Managers/specialists
• Audit & Tax Compliance
• Accountants
• Contract Tax Analysts
• Tax Payroll Managers/Specialists
• Compensation Coordinators/
• Managers
• Statutory & Direct Tax Accountants
• VAT Managers/Specialists
• Private Client Tax Managers
• Real Estate Tax Managers/
• Specialists
• Deals Tax Associates
• Inhouse Group Tax & Insurance
• Managers

Upon Completion:

Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded the Post-Graduate Diploma in International Taxation qualification and will be fully equipped to pursue a career in International Taxation.

How much does it cost?

Initial Registration fees              US$     30.00 (required on registration)
Annual Subscription fees          US$   120.00 (required on registration)
Course fees                                 US$1,200.00 (can be paid either in full or by 12 monthly installments of US$100.00 over the course duration)
TOTAL FEES                                 US$1,350.00

NB: For cash payments you get a 10% discount.

Please note: The fee or any part thereof is not refunded or carried over to another year in respect of students who are, for any reason, not able to complete the year of study.

Curriculum

Please click here to download the details curriculum and course outline.

Examinations and Assignments pass requirements

Prerequisite for awarding the Post-Graduate Diploma.

• All the assignments and module exams require a pass mark of at least 50%.

Registration as a Student

Registration as a student member with the Institute of Chartered Tax Accountants of Zimbabwe (ICTAZ) is a precondition for taking the examination.

The registration is done online (click here to register) . Completed application form must be accompanied with the requisite registration fees (Once-off payment) and requisite subscription fees (annual payment). Where registration is refused or rejected on any ground, the subscriptions fees will be refunded.

Refusal of registration

The Institute reserves the right to refuse any application for registration as a student without assigning any reason to the refusal.

Mode of delivery (100% Online)

The course is delivered via the Training Qualifications Certification Board (TQCB) - UK (https://tqcertificationboard.com) virtual campus, in the form of study modules, online tutorials, assignments and modular based exams at the end of each module.

Careers in Tax

A career in tax offers more than you might think;

Tax affects everything - when you travel, when you eat, when you are paid. Tax is a part of government, business and everyday life. That's why capable tax professionals are always highly sought after. Career options are available with Accountancy firms, Tax firms, In-house finance departments, Revenue Authorities, Self-employment, Taxation Lawyers and in Education and training.

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