The IBFD Advanced Professional Certificate in International Taxation (APCIT) is a unique qualification for tax professionals who wish to be able to manage cross-border operations effectively, retain their competitive edge in international taxation and ultimately be recognized globally as professional experts in international taxation.
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The programme is designed to be followed online over a 6-month period, and consists of a selection of IBFD online courses and webinars. Once the programme is completed as a whole, you will receive a professional certificate of acknowledgement from IBFD, as a reputable international organization, that you have followed a rigorous learning regime in international taxation and hence recognition by the international tax community.
This phase will develop core international tax skills. It will cover the basics of tax treaties, tax planning techniques and the 2017 OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines. It will introduce international taxation as well as give a solid foundation on which to base your professional career in this field.
The case study-based assignment will help put into practice the knowledge gained so far.
This phase will cover the most pressing issues of international taxation, such as the 2017 update to the OECD and UN Models, OECD MLI, tax planning concerning permanent establishments, substance requirements, transfer pricing involving financing, business restructuring, services and IP issues, EU ATAD, the new EU mandatory disclosure rules, digital economy, tax treaty issues related to passive income, indirect transfer of assets, holding, financing and IP companies. The webinars will be updated to reflect the most current situation in international taxation.
This phase will focus on the practical application of the complete programme.
There will be short case study-based assignments to complete during phases 1 and 2. These will help you to test your knowledge on what you have studied during each phase. At the end of the programme, you will complete a final assessment, online, which will be marked by tax experts, dedicated to the APCIT programme. A 50% passing grade will apply.
In order to be awarded the IBFD Advanced Professional Certificate in International Taxation, you will need to complete the final assessment (50% passing grade) and follow at least 80% of the certificate programme.
Although the programme will run for 6 months and needs to be completed within this period, all online courses and webinars will remain accessible for 12 months from the start of each programme.
No advance preparation is needed for the programme.
The programme must be completed within 6 months and can be followed and completed by dedicating approximately 2-3 hours of study per week.
All components of the programme, i.e. online courses and live webinar, are recognized for CPE credits with many accrediting bodies around the world. Based on the hours of study, the programme as a whole will be eligible for up to 40 CPE points/credits.
Read more information on CPE points and accreditation for international tax training.
For more information regarding the IBFD Advanced Professional Certificate in International Taxation, please read our FAQ or contact us at Tel.: +31-20-554 0157 or email at certification@ibfd.org.
Highlight the importance and role of double tax treaties, international tax planning and transfer pricing in the post-BEPS era.
Examine specific cross-border transactions and structures commonly found within multinational groups conducting international business as well as recent regulatory developments that affect these transactions and structures.
Focuses on latest developments in the international tax world.