Master of Science in Taxation

Golden Gate University - San Francisco Campus

USA,California

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 23,250/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65 FREE

Application Fee

May 2025

Apply Date

USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1901

Total Students: 3,387 +

Int. Students: 300 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

536 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States

Master of Science in Taxation

Program Overview

Golden Gate University's Master of Science in Taxation (MST) is one of the most prestigious tax programs in the country, having earned a reputation for providing the most comprehensive and practical education available. The curriculum stresses real-world content that prepares students to be knowledgeable tax professionals. Courses cover general and specialized tax subjects, including: estate and gift tax; partnerships; C corporations; LLCs and S corporations; California and multi-state tax; international tax; retirement plans; tax issues for individuals; and tax research.

Students can choose to complete the degree in-person or web-conference, as part of an Accelerated MST Day Cohort?, or take courses online at a pace that convenient for them.

The program provides thorough and current knowledge of tax concepts, trends and practices in an environment that promotes the development of analytic and communication skills.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Science in Taxation program will:

  • Demonstrate the ability to identify tax issues, determine the applicable relevant primary authority, analyze relevant primary authority and apply the authorities to reach well-reasoned oral or written conclusions.
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of IRS practice and procedure and be able to represent a client in a tax controversy.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the ethics and standards of professional responsibilities applicable to tax practitioners.