Course Summary
This programme is designed for professionals at all levels, working in private practice as inhouse tax experts or tax advisers, or for those in the public sector managing and overseeing the operation of the international tax system. This would include, but not be limited to, professionals with accounting, economics, law, engineering, public administration, and other academic backgrounds and professional qualifications apt for the programme.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant discipline such as accounting, economics, law, engineering, public administration.
Other Entry Considerations:
We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognition of prior learning may be considered in accordance with the university regulations. In assessing applications, the Course Team will consider relevant accredited tax qualifications, work experience etc. as being suitable prior learning.
Application Details
Autumn
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Career Progression
The Professional Diploma in Contemporary Taxation will prepare students for exciting tax career opportunities in the public and private sectors.