Program Overview

Master's Program in Taxes and Accounting

The Master's program in Taxes and Accounting at WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) provides students with a comprehensive education in business administration, with a focus on taxation and accounting. The program combines legal and business administration training in the field of taxation and accounting, preparing graduates for specialist and leadership roles in their chosen profession.

Program Structure

The program consists of four semesters, with a positive completion of the introductory phase being a prerequisite for participation in all further courses.

1st Year

• Introductory Phase: The introductory phase at the beginning of the program consists of the course "Introduction to the Master's Program in Taxes and Accounting." Successful completion of this introductory course is a prerequisite for participation in all further courses of the Master's program.
• 1st Semester:
  • Introduction to External Accounting
  • Introduction to Business Taxation
  • Corporate Tax Law
  • International Tax Law
  • Corporate Law
• 2nd Semester:
  • IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)
  • Restructuring
  • International Business Taxation
  • Investment, Financing, and Taxes
  • Foreign Tax Law
  • Dispute Avoidance and Resolution in Tax Law
  • Value-Oriented Corporate Accounting
  • Sustainability Reporting

2nd Year

• 3rd Semester:
  • Annual Financial Statement Analysis and Corporate Valuation
  • Special Questions of Accounting
  • Advanced Accounting (UGB and IFRS)
  • Seminar in Business Taxation
  • Taxes and Society
  • Special Seminar in Tax Law
  • Financial Science
• 4th Semester:
  • Master's Thesis Seminar
  • Master's Thesis

Important Note

Positive completion of the introductory course "Introduction to the Master's Program" is a prerequisite for participation in all further courses of the Master's program.

Why Choose WU?

WU is one of the largest and most modern business universities in Europe, with high-quality research and teaching confirmed by international quality seals. The university offers various benefits to its students, including a wide range of programs, international recognition, and excellent career opportunities.

Facts and Figures About the Program

Detailed information about the program, including student statistics and internationality, is available upon request.

Accreditation

The program is accredited by renowned international institutions, ensuring its quality and recognition worldwide.