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Why UCD Professional Academy?
- Valuable, trusted certification
- Industry expert lecturers
- Flexible learning options
Irish Taxation Course Modules
Over 12 weeks, you will immerse yourself in a blend of theoretical understanding and hands-on practice as you develop the essential skills and knowledge for navigating today's tax landscape. You will dive deep into all core taxes in Ireland, gaining comprehensive insights into income tax on individual earnings, value added tax (VAT) on goods and services, corporation tax (CT) on business profits, capital gains tax (CGT) on asset sales, and capital acquisitions tax (CAT) on gifts and inheritances. Every tax head comes with a slew of rules, exemptions, credits, and thresholds, and you will discover when and where these apply and how to calculate them.
Develop your skills and confidence preparing tax computations, identifying strategic planning opportunities, and navigating the ever-evolving tax legislation landscape.
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1. Self-Employed Income Tax: Part 1
Explore the workings of the Irish tax system while gaining an insight into the various schedules and classification of different types of income. Understand tax residency rules along with preparing income tax computations.
- The Irish tax system
- Schedules and cases
- Residency rules
- Tax credits
- Badges of trade
- Tax-adjusted profits
2. Self-Employed Income Tax: Part 2
Gain an insight into tax calculation rules, including commencement and cessation provisions for individuals. Learn to calculate income tax losses and capital allowances.
- Basis of assessment
- Charges on income
- Case I losses
- Pre-trading
- Capital allowances
3. Employee Income Tax: Part 1
Understand the classification of employees and self-employed individuals while dealing with the associated expenses and benefit in kind (BIK) calculations.
- Employee vs. self-employed
- Employee expenses
- Benefit in kind (BIK)
4. Employee Income Tax: Part 2
Learn to calculate termination payments upon cessation of employment and understand the tax implications of receiving rental income. Understand how to apply tax provisions concerning the receipt of dividends or investment income.
- Termination payments
- Case V: interest, expenses, losses, schemes
- Schedule F
5. Employee & Self-Employed Income Tax
Learn to prepare income tax computations for single, married, and separated individuals while also incorporating PRSI and USC liabilities. Understand and apply the tax treatment of pension contributions.
- Income tax computations
- Pensions
- USC
- PRSI
6. Value Added Tax
Explore how the VAT system works, including registration thresholds, different rates, net and gross, zero-rated versus exempt supplies, and the VAT return process. Understand the place of supply rules for both goods and services and how to reclaim VAT on purchases.
- VAT concepts, rates, and returns
- Net vs. gross
- Zero vs. exempt
- Registration thresholds
- Place of supply rules
- Deductions and inputs
7. Corporation Tax
Understand the charge to corporation tax, the criteria used to determine a company’s residence position, the treatment and calculation of company losses, and applying corporation tax group relief.
- Introduction to corporation tax
- Charge to corporation tax
- Company residence
- Company losses
- Dividend close companies
- Group relief
8. Capital Gains Tax: Part 1
Look at capital gains tax and how to prepare various CGT calculations for both Irish specified and exempt assets. Understand and apply the concepts around enhancement expenditure and indexation.
- Charge to CGT
- Pro-forma computation
- Disposal cost
- Indexation
- Enhancement expenditures
- Annual exemption
9. Capital Gains Tax: Part 2
Explore additional CGT exemptions, reliefs, and calculations, including withholding tax, calculations for partial disposals, Principal Private Residence (PPR) Relief, Entrepreneur Relief, and transactions where proceeds are less than €2,540.
- Withholding tax
- Part disposal
- PPR relief
- Entrepreneur Relief
- Proceeds under €2,540
- Retirement Relief
10. Capital Acquisitions Tax: Part 1
Discover the key concepts surrounding capital acquisitions tax (CAT), which is payable on gifts and inheritances. Learn relevant terminology, concepts like group thresholds, and the annual Small Gift Exemption.
- Capital acquisitions tax
- Terminology
- Group thresholds
- Small Gift Exemption
- Spousal exemption
- Calculating the tax
- Gift splitting
11. Capital Acquisitions Tax: Part 2
Understand additional CAT exemptions and reliefs and how to apply them - Agricultural Relief, dwelling house relief, Business Relief (including Business Relief while considering the associated tax implications surrounding the free use of property).
- Inheritances taken by a parent
- Surviving spouse relief
- Gift to oneself
- Free use of property
- Favourite niece or nephew
- CAT/CGT offset
- Agricultural Relief and Business Relief
12. Revision & Practice
Review the key elements of the course, with discussion and analysis of the main topics. During this session, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and practise your knowledge through revision and class discussion.
- Revision of key concepts
- Group discussion
- Practical application of concepts
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Students taking part in this course will now have access to the EBSCO Online Library, free of charge, for the full duration of the course. Here you can browse thousands of relevant journals, articles and other reliable academic and commercial texts like the Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Businessweek and Forbes Magazine, to supplement your learning and assignments.
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Talk to our expertsFrequently Asked Questions
Is this course right for me?
This course caters to a diverse range of individuals seeking to enhance their understanding of the tax landscape – from career entrants to business owners to finance professionals. The expert-led material includes interactive sessions and opportunities to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. It is expected that you will dedicate two hours self-study practice each week in addition to the three hours of live expert lessons. You will learn about all the major Irish tax heads, prepare key tax computations, identify tax planning opportunities, and ensure timely compliance with relevant legislation. Some bookkeeping knowledge is beneficial but not essential. This course does not cover bookkeeping or payroll concepts.
How will this course help with my career?
This certification will give you an arsenal of skills and knowledge for career progression and professional growth, whether in practice or in industry. You will gain a deep understanding of the Irish tax system, hone your technical and analytical expertise, and navigate complex tax strategies with confidence, allowing you to stand out as a valuable asset to employers and clients alike. The hands-on approach of the course ensures that you're not just acquiring theoretical knowledge but also gaining the practical skills necessary to thrive in a tax role.
What is the online learning experience like?
Our online experience is designed to be just as interactive, supportive, and inspiring as the UCD Professional Academy campus experience.
Online courses can be accessed from any computer or laptop with an internet connection.
Live lectures are delivered using Zoom. During these lectures, your teachers will use technology interactively to ensure an engaging learning experience. When appropriate, students will be encouraged to activate their microphones so that they can ask questions and communicate with other students.
What is the student experience like?
Student care is a high priority at UCD Professional Academy, which is why our Student Services team is on hand to support you throughout your time with us. They will respond to any queries you have, help you with any technical issues, and facilitate your learning experience at every point. All students are given access to our Student Portal, where you can see your timetable, access all your study materials, and manage your account.
How is this course assessed?
This course is assessed through multiple-choice quizzes presented throughout the course (worth 20% of your assessment) and a written assignment of 3,000 words (worth 80% of your assessment). Both assessments are due two weeks after the end of the course, and students are allowed two attempts at the multiple-choice quizzes.
What are the benefits of a Professional Academy Diploma?
UCD Professional Academy Diplomas and Certificates are designed to give your career an advantage. Developed in conjunction with industry thought leaders our courses teach practical, applied skills to support you to achieve your career and business goals. Professional Academy Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects rather than their academic credentials.
The Professional Academy is an independent wholly owned part of UCD designed to address the need for skills development in the workforce. Courses tend to be short, designed and delivered by industry practitioners, and are not part of nor do they lead to a traditional University award such as a degree or a masters. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study by their organisation.
For full details of UCD Professional Academy’s Certifications & Governance please visit https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/governance/
How do I get my Professional Academy Diploma?
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You can also add this certificate to your LinkedIn profile.
What payment options are available?
You can secure your spot on most of our Live Online, On-Campus, or On-Demand courses with a low 30% deposit. The remaining balance can be paid in two equal instalments (30 and 60 days later).
For full-time Bootcamp courses, you can secure your spot with a 50% deposit, with the remaining balance due prior to the start of your course.
Please note that standard terms and conditions apply, which you can review here: https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/terms-and-conditions/