Program Details
The online Master of Science in Taxation prepares students for today’s competitive marketplace with modern tax concepts, theory, trends, and knowledge. Coursework covers topics including gift tax, partnerships, C corporations, LLCs, multi-state tax, international tax, and more. Faculty with real-world industry experience lead students through studies in:
- Common law
- Business purpose
- Step transactions
- Tax avoidance
Develop experience in essential areas of taxation in order to form sustainable client relationships. Explore common issues, benefits, planning, representation techniques, and more. Graduates of GGU programs can be found holding high-level positions in top organizations across the country. Take the academic step towards professional success in a rapidly changing field with Golden Gate University online.
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Golden Gate University is accredited by:
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
The WASC Senior College and University Commission accredits universities in California and Hawaii, including Stanford, University of San Francisco, UC Berkeley, San Jose State. GGU has never chosen to apply for the optional AACSB accreditation because its requirements are not consistent with their mission and commitment to have students learn from former and current practitioners rather than pure scholars. To do this, Golden Gate focuses on hiring full and part-time faculty who have a strong practitioner background and bring their practical experience to the classroom. AACSB rules are not consistent with this approach and, unfortunately, many standard rankings such as US News & World Report base their information on AACSB. With more than 68,000 alumni, we are confident that GGU prepares students with knowledge and skills that can be used throughout their careers.
- AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION (ABA)
- CALIFORNIA STATE BAR
- AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF LAW SCHOOLS (AALS)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- Applicants who do not meet the GPA requirement may need to submit a statement of purpose and resume.
Restricted States
Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Wisconsin