Golden Gate University has earned a reputation for providing the most comprehensive and applicable tax education available today. GGU’s tax program is the largest and one of the most respected graduate tax programs in the country. The Big Four and top global firms regularly hire GGU graduates and send their employees to GGU to update their tax education. Our offerings are highly focused and prepare students to be knowledgeable tax professionals. Students will gain a thorough and current understanding of tax law concepts and practices, as well as trends in the discipline in an environment that promotes the development of analytical and communication skills.
Since many of our students are already tax practitioners, our programs are designed to meet the needs of working professionals seeking to advance their careers. Our tax courses bring contemporary issues into the classroom, allowing for spirited investigation with peers. This relevant and practical curriculum combined with hands-on skills training gives students the necessary tools to be an effective leader in this very specialized field.
GGU’s Bruce F. Braden School of Taxation provides one of the most cost-effective sources of high-quality continuing professional education for Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and Enrolled Agents (EAs). Each academic unit equals 15 CPE hours, or 45 hours for the typical three-unit course. For lawyers, MCLE credit may also be earned. The MS in Taxation also fulfills the California State Bar’s educational requirement for Certified Specialists in Taxation Law.
The Bruce F. Braden School of Taxation offers a Master of Science in Taxation that can be accomplished on a full-time, part-time, or accelerated schedule that gets around tax busy seasons. The full-time 100 Jobs for 100 Students Program guarantees students a job offer within 6 months of graduation. This online program is delivered primarily through web-conference (live classroom interaction) and begins in July each year.
The school also offers graduate certificates in estate planning, taxation, advanced taxation, state and local tax, and international taxation. Students have the opportunity to take courses in data analytics for tax, automation and innovative technologies, and emerging technology. Courses in these online programs are well-designed and highly interactive. GGU also offers an LLM in Taxation and LLM in Estate Planning through the School of Law. For more information, refer to the School of Law .
Relevant Education
Tax courses are consistently updated for recent changes in the tax law. They are designed to give students the understanding and ability to handle tax planning, compliance, and controversies. Each class melds theory and practical experience by tackling real-world problems through a case study approach. Students learn by applying the Internal Revenue Code and administrative and judicial interpretations to a variety of realistic problem sets.
With a strong set of analytical, logical, and technical skills, combined with a comprehensive understanding of tax theory and concepts, students will be well prepared to tackle today’s ever-changing laws and business environment.
Benefits
- Largest tax program in the nation.
- Faculty are leading tax accountants and tax attorneys.
- Courses built to fit the demands of career-minded adults.
- Courses specializing in tax analytics and innovative technologies.
- Continuing education credit for attorneys, CPAs and EAs.
- Tax season internship opportunities.
School of Taxation AI Policy Statement
- Use of AI Tools:
- Students are encouraged to use AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and other similar technologies, as supplementary resources for research and learning.
- AI tools may be utilized in a manner like other electronic research tools such as Checkpoint, Bloomberg Tax, or FASB codification. However, AI should be considered a secondary resource and should not replace primary sources or authoritative guidance.
- AI-generated content must be critically evaluated using primary sources, with the final work product reflecting such analysis.
- The student is responsible for all work submitted in the course.
- Use of AI in Online Discussion Forums:
- In online discussion forums, AI tools may be used as a supplementary resource, much like research platforms such as Checkpoint, Bloomberg Tax, and FASB Codification. However, students must ensure that AI-generated content is used responsibly, with original thought and analysis driving the discussion.
- Documentation and Citation:
- When AI tools are used, students must document that they used such tools, the tools used, and what they were used for.
- Use of AI in Quizzes and Exams:
- The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and other similar technologies, is strictly prohibited during exams.
- Students are required to close all AI tools and applications before starting their exams.
- Faculty may use one of the many aids available to ascertain whether AI has been used by the student when taking a quiz or exam.
- Any student found using AI tools during a quiz or exam will be subject to disciplinary action consistent with university policies on plagiarism and cheating.
Contact
For further information, please contact the Bruce F. Braden School of Taxation:
Bruce F. Braden School of Taxation
Golden Gate University
536 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-2968
Phone: 415-442-7880
Email: tax@ggu.edu
Website: www.ggu.edu/programs/taxation
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