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Gain expertise in taxation through this master's program tailored for law and commerce graduates aiming for careers in tax advocacy or consulting. Offering New Zealand's most extensive selection of postgraduate courses at its premier law school, we equip you with the skills to propel your professional growth. Our MTaxS caters to professionals seeking deeper insights into the theoretical frameworks and legal foundations of taxation. This program enables graduates to expand their tax law knowledge while allowing practitioners to refine and update theirs. Taught by leading academics and industry experts, courses primarily focus on tax legislation and case law while incorporating elements from economics and accounting. Designed for flexibility, our program accommodates both full-time and part-time study, letting you balance work commitments or accelerate your progress through intensive study. With year-round admissions, the MTaxS provides the adaptability to fast-track your career, available through coursework or a blend of coursework and research.
Taught and Research 120 points
You must have completed either:
one year of postgraduate study in business, following an undergraduate degree at a recognised university or
a four-year undergraduate law degree at a recognised university or
you will need to possess an appropriate background in taxation. For example if you hold an undergraduate business degree and have appropriate experience in tax or accounting practice you may be considered for entry.
You will need to have achieved a GPE of 4.0 or higher in your last year of equivalent full-time study.
Taught and Research 180 points
An undergraduate degree in commerce or law at a recognised university
or
You will need to possess an appropriate background in taxation. For example if you hold an undergraduate business degree and have appropriate experience in tax or accounting practice you may be considered for entry.
You will need to have achieved a GPE of 4.0 or higher in your last year of equivalent full-time study.
IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 7.0 and No bands less than 6.5