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Revenue Administration - 9245

Program Summary

 
Faculty: Faculty of Law
 
   
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Typical Duration: 1 Years
 
 
Typical UOC Per Semester: 24
 
 
Min UOC Per Semester: 6
 
 
Max UOC Per Semester: 24
 
 
Min UOC For Award: 48
 
 
Award(s):
 
 
Master of Revenue Administration
 
  

Program Description

Overview

The Master of Revenue Administration (eight courses) provides candidates with an all round knowledge of the principles of revenue adminstration, tax policy, tax risk management and management of revenue collection, as well as detailed technical knowledge of various taxes and of international norms in taxation and revenue administration and collection.

The program is designed for those currently working in revenue authorities or related agencies, and particularly those in developing and transitional economies (including those located in the Pacific, Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe), or those ideally equipped for work in the revenue administration and treasury areas of the public service, or for work in consultancies, and agencies related to these areas.

Core elements of the program can only be undertaken in Sydney in an Intensive mode over a four week period: electives can be undertaken in Sydney or from anywhere in or outside Australia by means of Flexible Distance study. The program may be studied full-time or part-time. It is expected that students will devote 12 to 15 hours per week per course to their study (on average) throughout the teaching sessions. In Intensive mode they will be expected to participate in all classes and conferences in Sydney; in Flexible Distance mode they will be expected to participate in internet based interactions. A good internet connection is important for students in Flexible Distance mode. In both Intensive and Flexible Distance modes extensive and instructionally designed Study Materials will be provided for all courses.

The program is assessed by a combination of class participation (where relevant), assignments and examinations, and workplace projects and performance. Specific assessment approaches for each course are adopted.

Admission Requirements

Direct entry to the Master of Revenue Administration is normally open to graduates in taxation, law or commerce of equivalent standing and content to corresponding UNSW qualifications. Candidates should be able to demonstrate an average mark of Credit (65%) or better, in their prior taxation, law or commerce degrees.

Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Please contact Atax, Faculty of Law for information.

Program Structure

Complete the three following courses:
Select five elective courses:

Academic Rules

Assessment Policy

To pass a course candidates for the Master of Revenue Administration must obtain:
  1. 50% of more of the total marks available in the course and
  2. a minimum of 40% in the final examination in the course

Fees

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

Flexible Distance Delivery of Atax programs

Multi-mode Delivery
The Master of Revenue Administration is offered in accordance with long established methods of tuition in Intensive and Flexible Distance learning environments used by Atax.

In the three core courses, tuition will be provided in Australia in Intensive mode only. All three core courses will be made available in this Intensive mode over a four week period in Semester 1 each year where attendance in Sydney will be required. Each core course will involve up to four days of classroom or conference participation, supplemented by extensive instructionally designed study materials, web-based interaction and activities and assignments. The course ATAX0419 Current Issues in Tax Administration will require attendance at the Atax Taxation Administration Conference or an alternative intensive. International students will be provided with residential packages if required.

Flexible Distance Study mode
This mode of study utilises a combination of Audio Conferences, Regional Classes and My eLearning Vista, allowing you to study from anywhere in Australia or overseas. For each course there are usually four Audio Conferences per semester and students are encouraged to attend. There is also a one-day Regional Class for most courses and these are usually held in metropolitan centres during Weeks 8 or 9 of the semester. Students will require acces to the internet.

Face to face weekly mode
Several courses have classes in the face to face mode of delivery at UNSW CBD Campus, 1 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW. These classes are usually held Monday to Thursday, from 6:00 - 8:00pm. Class sizes are limited to a maximum of 40 students, so students can be assured of a quality educational experience. For more information about the courses offered in this mode and location, visit http://www.atax.unsw.edu.au/students/facetoface.htm.

Intensive mode
Some Atax courses can also be studied face to face via Intensive mode. Intensive classes enable students to complete the required coursework for the course in four days. These classes on UNSW Kensington campus in Sydney. Classes will normally run from 9.30 - 5.00 pm. For information on courses offered and dates, visit http://www.atax.unsw.edu.au/students/facetoface.htm.


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