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Course Details

Course Code(s):
TX6052
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Spring
Course Start Date:
January 2026
Duration:
8 Weeks
Award:
University Certificate of Study
Qualification:
NFQ Level 9 Minor Award
Faculty: Kemmy Business School
Course Type: Professional/Flexible, Online
Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.

Contact(s):

Name: Tom Collins
Address: National Centre for Taxation
Kemmy Business School
Email: Tom.Collins@ul.ie

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Brief Description

In a fast-evolving global economy, understanding international tax rules is essential for tax professionals, legal advisors, and financial analysts. This micro-credential equips you with the practical skills to understand the principles underpinning and the risks inherent in the application of domestic and international tax law to corporate entities. 

Delivered fully online over 8 weeks, this module uses real-world case studies and applied examples to explore the impact of international tax policy and practice. It is ideal for professionals working in tax, law, or finance who want to deepen their knowledge of cross-border taxation and compliance. 

During this module, you will: 

  • Learn how to critically evaluate the types of business models used by multinational companies to minimise their global effective rate of tax. 

  • Understand how to interpret double tax treaties and assess their application to income, profits, and capital gains across jurisdictions. 

  • Explore global tax issues such as BEPS, EU tax policy, offshore business, and the challenges digital commerce poses to traditional tax systems. 

  • Develop critical insight into the legal, political, and economic frameworks that shape international tax law and global tax reform. 

Key Information:

This micro-credential will be delivered online over 8 weeks. 

You will be assessed through continuous skill-based assignments, with no final exam. 

You will be provided with a detailed manual on international tax, authored by the module leader. 

Part-time considerations:  

  • Designed for working professionals  

  • Recorded lectures and mini case studies based on key learning outcomes will be provided in advance of each week.    

  • Weekly live classes on Microsoft Teams will cover key points from recorded lectures and case study solutions.  

  • Weekly online quizzes with a focus on key aspects of the module will be provided as a revision tool.   

  • Timetable will be provided in advance setting out the relevant assignments and deadlines.  

To help you to be successful on this course: 

  •  Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline.  

  • Alternatively, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be considered in accordance with the university regulations. In assessing applications, the Course Team will consider relevant accredited tax qualifications, work experience etc. as being suitable prior learning 

Guidelines for your applications: 

  • When applying, be sure to include the Module Code TX6052.  We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.  

  • By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.  

  • This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.  

  • Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme. 

Fees 

EU – €2,275 and Non-EU - €3,300 

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie). 

Other funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships. 

This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers: 

  • Tax advisory roles in legal, accounting, or consulting firms. 

  • In-house tax or compliance functions within multinational corporations. 

  • Tax Administration Roles with Irish Revenue or overseas 

  • Policy or research positions in public sector or international organisations (OECD, UN). 

  • Progression to postgraduate study in taxation, international business, or law. 

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