TAXATION LAW
LAW5TAX
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Taxation is a factor in all commercial transactions. As such, commercial lawyers are required to be aware of the taxation implications of the advice they provide to clients. Using the Australian tax system as a reference point, the fundamentals of taxation are covered, including income (including capital gains tax), deductions, residency and source, timing and entities (including an introduction to consolidation).
School: La Trobe Law School
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Sara Smyth
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in LMLC or LMGB or LMLGBL or LMLI or LMCL or LMIBL or LML or LMGBL or have permission of Law School.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: LAW3ITL
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Interpret the relevant legislation and common law to be able to make informed judgements on issues relating to the Australian taxation law framework, policy issues and the application of the law in a variety of business/taxable entities such as partnerships, companies and trusts.
- Activities:
- Seminar discussions and problem solving
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Demonstrate an understanding of taxation law principles and their relevance and application to fact situations.
- Activities:
- Seminar discussions and problem solving
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
03. Formulate appropriate business strategies to ensure compliance with the provisions of the relevant legislation and be aware of the potential effects of possible taxation law changes and reforms
- Activities:
- Seminar discussions and problem solving
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
City Campus, 2017, Week 43-44, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Sara Smyth
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 43 - 44
Five 8.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 43 to week 44 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| class participation | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| one 4,000 word take home examination | 60 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| One 2,000 word essay | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |