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ADIT - Paper 1 - Principles of International Taxation

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    Apply international tax theory to cross-border transactions and disputes.
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    Interpret and apply tax treaties based on the OECD and UN models.
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    Analyse transfer pricing issues, including interest limitation rules.
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    Identify tax avoidance risks and understand international cooperative frameworks.
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    Address evolving tax challenges such as digitalisation and pandemic impacts.

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

This module gives you the required breadth of knowledge, skills and understanding of international tax, based on the OECD Model Tax Convention and UN Model Double Taxation Convention, that you need to succeed in your career. Your learning will cover in detail key international tax issues, with particular emphasis on residence, double tax conventions and treaty interpretation, transfer pricing, the work of the OECD and the UN, and international tax avoidance.

Gain a robust understanding of theory coupled with practical application
Build your confidence, skills and competencies to apply principles in your daily work
Keep up with fast-changing developments in tax law, and stay ahead in your field
Increase your employability with a qualification recognised around the world
One exam consisting of two parts
Questions designed to test your application of concepts to real world scenarios
Employer-driven syllabus, with a professional focus

To complete the ADIT qualification students must study and pass three written exam papers (or modules) focused on different aspects of international tax. The ADIT qualification is designed to give flexibility. Students can choose subjects that suit them best. Therefore, only Paper 1, Principles of International Tax, is compulsory and students choose any two modules from a wide range of jurisdictional and thematic options.

All three modules can be sat in a single exam session, attempted over two sessions or sat in separate exam sessions, one at a time. Each written exam paper is 3 hours and 15 minutes long and is sat online.
This option includes virtual Tutor led sessions and it is recommended it is selected with the digital option for access to self led learning.

Successful completion of this course requires access an external online assessment. The online assessment platform may not be accessible from Civil Service department IT due to security restrictions. If you have any questions or believe you may be impacted by these restrictions, please contact support@governmentcampus.co.uk.

Delivery method
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Virtual

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Digital

Course duration
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140 hours

Competency level
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Working

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Delivery method
  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

  • Digital icon

    Digital

Course duration
Duration icon

140 hours

Competency level
  • Working icon

    Working