Training Objectives

During this programme, professionals will obtain thorough training in tax matters. By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

In terms of knowledge:

• Outline and analyse the regulatory requirements emanating under the EU laws.
• Define the tax avoidance, tax evasion and tax planning.
• Differentiate between tax fraud, tax evasion, tax avoidance and tax planning.
• Describe all tax evasion practises.
• Comprehend the consequences of tax evasion and tax fraud.
• Determine when a transaction involves tax evasion.

In terms of skills:

• Apply the requirements of the relevant tax regulations.
• Establish the need to deploy tools to support the application of tax regulations.
• Classify and identify the tax fraud cases.
• Classify the factors enabling the tax evasion and fraud.
• Calculate the impact of tax evasion and fraud.

In terms of attitudes:

• Manage stakeholders’ expectations.
• Assess the readiness of the organization to apply the requirements of the tax regulations.
• Adopt a formal policy to be followed when addressing tax matters.
• Justify the importance of applying the tax regulation requirements.
• Justify the need of company to apply the tax regulation requirements.

Training Outline

Introductory Remarks

• Tax evasion and tax avoidance: Theoretical underpinnings

General Concept of Tax Avoidance and Evasion

• Definition of Tax Avoidance
• International corporate tax avoidance
• Perspectives on tax avoidance
• Tax avoidance practices used by multinationals.

Tax Evasion

• Definition of Tax Evasion
• Typical methods of tax evasion
• Causes of Tax Avoidance and Evasion

Tackling Tax Evasion, Tax Havens and Offshore Finance

• The Long and Winding Road: Tackling Capital Flight and Tax Evasion
• Tackling Tax Havens and ‘Offshore’ Finance
• A few random thoughts on hedge funds, private equity

Who Should Attend?

The programme is ideal for:

• Financial or management accountants
• Internal and external auditors
• Tax officers
• Compliance officers

Training Style

Methods

A face-to-face method of delivery is selected as it is considered one that significantly enhances the direct interaction between the trainer and the participants. It also offers the comfort of a more controlled environment, which allows better communication and networking. The trainer will encourage the exchange of ideas through open-ended questions in order to ensure that a positive and stimulating learning environment is sustained.

Techniques

• Demonstration lecture
• Presentation
• Discussion and case studies
• Group activities and assignment
• Questions – answer individually multiple-choice questions and then discussion.

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 5 CPD units in Accounting & Auditing. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

In-house Training

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For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.

Training Objectives

During this programme, professionals will obtain thorough training in tax matters. By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

In terms of knowledge:

• Outline and analyse the regulatory requirements emanating under the EU laws.
• Define the tax avoidance, tax evasion and tax planning.
• Differentiate between tax fraud, tax evasion, tax avoidance and tax planning.
• Describe all tax evasion practises.
• Comprehend the consequences of tax evasion and tax fraud.
• Determine when a transaction involves tax evasion.

In terms of skills:

• Apply the requirements of the relevant tax regulations.
• Establish the need to deploy tools to support the application of tax regulations.
• Classify and identify the tax fraud cases.
• Classify the factors enabling the tax evasion and fraud.
• Calculate the impact of tax evasion and fraud.

In terms of attitudes:

• Manage stakeholders’ expectations.
• Assess the readiness of the organization to apply the requirements of the tax regulations.
• Adopt a formal policy to be followed when addressing tax matters.
• Justify the importance of applying the tax regulation requirements.
• Justify the need of company to apply the tax regulation requirements.

Training Outline

Introductory Remarks

• Tax evasion and tax avoidance: Theoretical underpinnings

General Concept of Tax Avoidance and Evasion

• Definition of Tax Avoidance
• International corporate tax avoidance
• Perspectives on tax avoidance
• Tax avoidance practices used by multinationals.

Tax Evasion

• Definition of Tax Evasion
• Typical methods of tax evasion
• Causes of Tax Avoidance and Evasion

Tackling Tax Evasion, Tax Havens and Offshore Finance

• The Long and Winding Road: Tackling Capital Flight and Tax Evasion
• Tackling Tax Havens and ‘Offshore’ Finance
• A few random thoughts on hedge funds, private equity

Who Should Attend?

The programme is ideal for:

• Financial or management accountants
• Internal and external auditors
• Tax officers
• Compliance officers

Training Style

Methods

A face-to-face method of delivery is selected as it is considered one that significantly enhances the direct interaction between the trainer and the participants. It also offers the comfort of a more controlled environment, which allows better communication and networking. The trainer will encourage the exchange of ideas through open-ended questions in order to ensure that a positive and stimulating learning environment is sustained.

Techniques

• Demonstration lecture
• Presentation
• Discussion and case studies
• Group activities and assignment
• Questions – answer individually multiple-choice questions and then discussion.

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 5 CPD units in Accounting & Auditing. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

In-house Training

For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.