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MJRP-TAXTN

Taxation

Postgraduate major

Gain advanced knowledge in accounting with a focus on taxation principles, policies and practices relevant to Australian tax law.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Taxation Major (M ProfAcc)
  • Credit

    Credit

    200
Course outline

You can study this course as part of the following degree

Visit the degree page for information on admission criteria, course fees and study locations.

Course outline

Overview

Overview

This course will give you the technical and analytical skills for professional tax advisory, auditing, financial management, compliance and policy roles.

The program is designed to meet requirements for professional accounting bodies – including CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), and the Tax Practitioners Board. You'll gain advanced knowledge in Australian and international taxation law, compliance and advisory practice that is relevant to accounting and taxation roles across private and public sectors.

This course is a major sits in the Master of Professional Accounting degree. To apply to study this course, apply for the Master of Professional Accounting.

What jobs can the Taxation course lead to?

Career examples

  • Certified practising accountant
  • Corporate tax advisor
  • Taxation policy officer/consultant
  • Tax specialist/consultant
  • Tax agent
  • Senior accountant
  • Chief financial officer

Industries

  • Business and commerce
  • Finance and investment
  • Government
  • Law
  • Resources and energy

What you'll learn

  • adopt a global outlook when applying taxation law principles to practical scenarios and case studies. Conduct original research to broaden discipline knowledge, including consideration of international tax issues. Exhibit responsibility by critically analysing and reflecting on legislation and case law to enhance professional practice on a global scale, GC1, GC4
  • prioritise responsible decision-making through the critical analysis of relevant taxation materials. Apply innovative methods to evaluate and implement these materials in professional practice, ensuring that decisions are both ethically sound and globally informed, GC2, GC3
  • utilise innovative communication strategies to effectively explain complex taxation concepts to a diverse, multidisciplinary audience. Incorporate cutting-edge technologies to enhance communication, recognising their capabilities and limitations while upholding professional standards, GC3
  • cultivate a technology-driven approach to ongoing professional development. Engage in self-directed and reflective learning to remain current with the latest developments in the taxation profession. Apply a global and innovative perspective to solving taxation issues, focusing on the integration of new technologies into practice, GC4, GC6
  • integrate cultural diversity into taxation practices with an innovative approach. Address taxation challenges with ethical responsibility, whether working independently or in collaboration. Utilise technology to manage the administrative and practical implications of cultural differences, ensuring solutions are globally informed and responsible, GC5
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and scholarships

Please view the Master of Professional Accounting degree for indicative fees.

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How to apply

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  • Curtin course code: MJRP-TAXTN
  • Last updated on: 19 November 2025

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