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CIPFA Tax and Law

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    Be able to calculate the corporation tax liability of companies
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    Be able to discuss operational aspects of VAT registration/deregistration and calculate VAT for a tax period
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    Be able to calculate the income tax and national insurance contributions for individuals
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    Understand the formation and termination of contracts, the law relating to agents and the law relating to tort
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    Understand the legal requirements relating to the formation and management of companies and partnerships

Overview

🕮 Off the shelf (OTS)

CIPFA's Professional Accountancy Qualification (PAQ) is the only accountancy qualification designed specifically for aspiring finance professionals working in the public services.

It's a clear pathway to the internationally recognised Chartered Public Finance Accountant (CPFA) designation, a status that immediately signals technical competency and public sector expertise.

Furthermore, it's a future-ready syllabus includes green finance, environmental reporting and performance measures, big data, data analytics and new technologies, alongside a focus on ethical accounting and audit principles, practices, and methodologies.

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Delivery method
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Face to face

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Virtual

Course duration
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60 hours

Competency level
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Working

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Delivery method
  • face to face icon

    Face to face

  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

Course duration
Duration icon

60 hours

Competency level
  • Working icon

    Working