Master of Science in Taxation

The MS in Taxation at Cal State Fullerton prepares you to enter or advance in the tax field, whether your goal is public accounting, corporate tax or a government tax agency. Housed within a college that holds dual AACSB accreditation in business and accounting, the program welcomes students from any undergraduate background and sharpens the research, writing and ethical judgment tax professionals rely on every day. Tax rules shift constantly, and organizations need professionals who can interpret and apply them with precision. The master's in taxation builds that expertise through advanced coursework grounded in ethics, research and analysis. You don't need a background in accounting or business to enroll. The curriculum brings students from any discipline up to speed while strengthening the communication and teamwork skills tax professionals lean on daily. Program Highlights: Build the technical and professional skills needed for a career in tax. Advanced Tax Concepts; Tax Research and Analysis; Professional Ethics; Communication and Teamwork. Course Highlights: The MS in Taxation coursework covers advanced tax concepts, the ethical responsibilities of the profession and the research methods needed to navigate complex regulations. You'll also enhance written and oral communication and gain practice working as part of a team, preparing you to collaborate effectively in any tax setting. Tax Research, Practice and Procedure: Methodology of tax research, including case studies; the management of a tax practice; administration procedures governing tax controversies; rights and obligations of taxpayers and tax practitioners. Requires basic knowledge of U.S. Federal Income Tax. Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders: Taxation of corporations and shareholders examines federal tax rules related to corporate organization, distributions, liquidations and reorganizations. Taxation of Flow-Through Entities: Taxation of flow-through entities examines federal tax rules for partnerships, estates, trusts and other special entities. Advances in Academic Research and Technologies: Advances in academic research and technologies provides a culminating experience where students apply analytic tools to real-world data while solving complex accounting problems with guidance from faculty and professionals.