Taxation

Accounting

A major in Taxation at the University of Auckland equips students with essential practical knowledge for navigating modern tax environments, relevant for careers in business and law.

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It will take a total of 3 years

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Tax Compliance and Legislation Interpretation

Gain foundational knowledge of tax compliance and how to interpret complex tax legislation relevant to businesses and individuals.

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Practical Tax Knowledge

Understand your tax obligations, learn to maximize deductions, and make informed decisions around investments including crypto, shares, rental income, and freelance work.

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Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Develop skills in analytical thinking, identifying opportunities, and solving intricate financial problems using tax frameworks.

What You're Signing Up For

The Taxation major provides foundational and advanced knowledge in tax, preparing students for diverse business and law careers. The programme covers practical aspects of tax compliance, legislation interpretation, and the tax implications of business and personal finance, including crypto, shares, rental income, and freelance work. Students gain skills to maximize deductions, make informed investment decisions, and understand modern financial realities. The programme suits those seeking career security and diverse opportunities in accounting, tax law, consulting, finance, and government.

Course Content

  • Tax compliance essentials
  • Finance and property law
  • Company law and commercial contracts
  • Advanced taxation
  • Modern digital economy tax considerations (crypto, side gigs, influencer income, gig work)
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills in interpreting legislation
  • Investment decisions and personal financial tax management

What you need to know first

Entry to the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Further prerequisites may apply for specific advanced taxation courses

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Taxation

  • Accounting

  • Finance

  • Legal services

  • Government

  • Consultancy

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Tax consultant

  • Chartered Accountant

  • CPA

  • Tax lawyer

  • Financial planner

  • Structured finance specialist

  • Government tax advisor