Career outlook
Tax advisement is one of the fastest-growing fields in the United States. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that – as the nation’s population ages and life expectancies increase – the demand for professional tax advisors and consultants will grow. According to ONet Online, the demand for tax professionals in California alone is projected to grow by 9% between 2016-2026.
The BLS also notes that tax advisors and consultants typically need a master’s degree for career advancement.
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Top-ranked by U.S. News & World Report
This master’s degree, known for its flexibility and experiential learning, is now ranked as one of the best online Tax programs in the country – alongside Penn State and other leading universities. Our innovative curriculum is industry focused, hands-on and, above all, convenient.
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You’ll learn how to:
- Research and interpret tax authority
- Settle tax controversies
- Find tax alternatives in businesses
- Manage people and policies
- Comply with government directives
- Understand collection and criminal prosecution
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Why you'll love us.
- NO TEMPLATES, EVER.
At CSUN, we don't fill courses. We build them, entirely from scratch, each and every time we launch a program. This leads to a unique education, with real and lasting outcomes in your career.
- EXPERT INSTRUCTION AND DESIGN.
Our world-class faculty design and teach all courses, helping you gain today’s most in-demand skills – and bringing the industry directly to you.
- GROUP-POWERED LEARNING.
When you enroll, we place you in a small, interactive group of peers from diverse organizations and industries. And from day one to graduation, you’ll learn and grow together.
- VIP SUPPORT.
As you earn your education, we’ll stay with you every step of the way, offering close, personal support when and where you need it.
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Overview
Taught by leading tax practitioners, this advanced degree was created to help those in the field progress and excel in their professional careers. Our flexible program gives you the choice to attend in-person or virtually, allowing you to continue working as you earn your degree.
Along with technical ability, you’ll hone your communication skills and develop strong business instincts, giving you the confidence to work successfully with clients, individuals and agencies. You’ll also learn how to apply tax principles to a variety of contexts: individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts.
A graduate degree in taxation offers practitioners the opportunity to advance in this increasingly complex field and command higher levels of compensation. In addition, this 18-month program provides the advanced knowledge and strong grounding in technical skills necessary for promotion to more senior positions in this complex, growing and rewarding field. This graduate-level tax program helps to fulfill the most recent educational requirements for the California CPA licensure of 150 credit-unit hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: How many hours a week should I plan to dedicate to classes?
Answer: Credit-bearing programs conform to Carnegie hours (i.e., one credit equals one hour of class time, plus two hours of homework). Our programs usually have six to nine credits per term. Nine credits equals 27 hours a week dedicated to classes.
Question: After I submit my application, when will I receive a response about an admit decision?
Answer: Admission decisions are typically made four to eight weeks after the complete admission packet is submitted, including transcripts and all required supplemental documents.
Question: What is the typical class profile?
Answer: Students are professionals, typically with two to five years of experience. Usually, they’re in their mid-20s to mid-40s. Many students have families and work/life commitments.
For additional questions and answers, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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