Key Issues in Tax Compliance For Tax Authorities
Dates
1 Week: March 31 - April 4, 2025
2 Weeks: March 31 - April 11, 2025
1 Week: May 12 - 16, 2025
2 Weeks: June 12 - 23, 2025
Location
- Cape Town
- Johannesburg
Format
In-Person/Online
Tuition (In Person)
1 Week
$999 pp individual
$800 pp for groups of 5+
Tuition (Online)
1 Week
$600 pp individual
$400 pp for groups of 5+
Course Overview
The Key Issues in Tax Compliance for Tax Authorities course is designed to address the critical challenges faced by tax authorities in ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. This program provides participants with the knowledge and tools needed to develop effective compliance strategies, identify and mitigate risks, and foster a culture of voluntary compliance among taxpayers.
Key Highlights:
- Understanding the foundations of tax compliance and enforcement.
- Identifying common areas of non-compliance and methods to address them.
- Leveraging technology and data analytics for compliance monitoring and enforcement.
- Strategies for engaging with taxpayers to encourage voluntary compliance.
- Navigating international tax compliance issues, including transfer pricing and digital taxation.
Target Audience
Tax authority officials, policymakers, business owners, and individuals seeking an overview of taxation.
1 Week Course Outline: Mastering Taxation – A Comprehensive Guide for Tax Authorities and Taxpayers
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Day 1: Introduction to Taxation |
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● Fundamentals of taxation: Purpose, principles, and types of taxes. ● Key stakeholders: Roles of tax authorities and taxpayers. ● Overview of tax systems: Direct vs. indirect taxes. ● International tax frameworks: OECD, BEPS, and global trends. |
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Day 2: Tax Policy and Legislation |
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● Developing effective tax policies. ● Aligning tax legislation with economic objectives. ● Understanding tax incentives and exemptions. ● Challenges in implementing tax reforms. |
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Day 3: Tax Compliance and Administration |
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● Roles and responsibilities of tax authorities. ● Taxpayer obligations and rights. ● Tax compliance challenges: Evasion, avoidance, and fraud. ● Best practices for improving compliance. |
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Day 4: Dispute Resolution and Enforcement |
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● Resolving tax disputes: Administrative and judicial mechanisms. ● Penalties and sanctions for non-compliance. ● Case studies: Effective enforcement strategies. ● Role of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in taxation. |
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Day 5: Emerging Trends and Practical Applications |
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● Digital taxation and the role of technology in tax systems. ● Impact of global initiatives on local taxation. ● Workshop: Developing a tax strategy for both authorities and taxpayers. ● Assessment, feedback, and certification. |
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2 Week Course Outline: Mastering Taxation – A Comprehensive Guide for Tax Authorities and Taxpayers
Week 1: Foundations and Tax Policy
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Day 1: Fundamentals of Taxation |
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● Overview of tax systems, principles, and objectives. ● Role of taxation in economic development. |
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Day 2: Tax Structures and Systems |
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● Comparative analysis of tax systems worldwide. ● Direct vs. indirect taxes: VAT, income tax, corporate tax, etc. |
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Day 3: Tax Policy Development |
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● Designing effective and equitable tax policies. ● Aligning tax systems with global frameworks (OECD, BEPS). |
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Day 4: Legal and Regulatory Frameworks |
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● Legislative processes in tax policymaking. ● Understanding tax treaties and international agreements. |
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Day 5: Tax Incentives and Reform |
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● Designing incentives to attract investment. ● Case studies on successful and unsuccessful tax reforms. |
Week 2: Tax Administration, Compliance, and Technology
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Day 6: Tax Administration |
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● Role of tax authorities in managing systems and audits. ● Best practices in revenue collection and administration. |
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Day 7: Tax Compliance and Dispute Resolution |
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● Addressing challenges in compliance and enforcement. ● Mechanisms for dispute resolution: ADR and litigation. |
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Day 8: Digital Taxation and Technology |
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● Role of technology in modern tax systems (e.g., e-filing, data analytics). ● Impact of digital economies on taxation policies. |
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Day 9: Taxpayer Education and Engagement |
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● Building taxpayer trust through transparency and communication. ● Strategies for increasing voluntary compliance. |
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Day 10: Capstone Workshop and Future Trends |
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● Workshop: Designing a comprehensive tax strategy. ● Discussions on the future of global taxation and sustainability. ● Final assessment, feedback, and certification. |
Key Features of Both Courses
- Deep understanding of tax systems and their role in economic development.
- Skills in compliance management, policy design, and dispute resolution.
Insights into emerging trends such as digital taxation and global reforms.
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