Contemporary Issues in Taxation Training Course

Course Overview:

This course offered by IRES provides participants with an in-depth understanding of current trends and issues in taxation. It explores the complexities of tax policies recent legislative changes and their implications for individuals and businesses. Participants will learn to analyze contemporary tax issues including international taxation digital economy taxation and tax compliance challenges. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the evolving tax landscape effectively.

Course Duration:

5 Modules

Target Audience:

• Tax professionals and advisors
• Accountants and auditors
• Business owners and financial managers
• Legal professionals involved in tax matters
• Students and researchers in taxation and finance

Personal Impact:

• Stay updated on contemporary taxation issues and trends.
• Enhance your analytical skills to evaluate tax policies and their implications.
• Develop strategies for effective tax planning and compliance.
• Improve your understanding of the global tax environment and its challenges.

Organizational Impact:

• Strengthen tax compliance and risk management within the organization.
• Improve decision-making regarding tax planning and strategy.
• Enhance the organization’s ability to adapt to changing tax regulations.
• Foster a culture of awareness and education regarding tax issues among staff.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course participants will be able to:

• Analyze contemporary issues and trends in taxation.
• Understand the impact of recent tax legislation on individuals and businesses.
• Evaluate the challenges of international taxation and digital economy taxation.
• Develop effective strategies for tax compliance and planning.
• Communicate tax issues and solutions effectively to stakeholders.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Contemporary Taxation Issues

• Overview of contemporary taxation challenges
• The role of taxation in economic policy
• Recent trends in tax legislation and policy
• Case study: Analyzing a significant tax reform

Module 2: International Taxation

• Principles of international taxation
• Double taxation treaties and their implications
• Transfer pricing and its impact on tax compliance
• Real-life project: Evaluating an international taxation case

Module 3: Taxation in the Digital Economy

• Understanding the challenges of taxing digital services
• The OECD's approach to digital taxation
• Emerging trends in digital taxation regulations
• Case study: Analysis of a company's response to digital tax regulations

Module 4: Tax Compliance and Reporting Challenges

• Understanding tax compliance requirements
• Common challenges faced by organizations in tax reporting
• Strategies for improving tax compliance
• Project: Developing a tax compliance framework for a hypothetical organization

Module 5: Future Trends in Taxation

• The impact of globalization on taxation
• Evolving technologies and their effect on tax systems
• Predictions for future tax policies and regulations
• Final project: Creating a report on future trends in taxation and their implications for businesses

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