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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-06-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Intensive Course on Import and Export VAT focuses on the complexities of VAT in international trade, addressing the interplay between tax and customs regulations. Taught by renowned experts in VAT and customs law, this online program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to navigate daily VAT challenges in international transactions, providing guidance on preventive measures and risk analysis. The program is tailored for companies involved in international trade and aims to provide practical solutions to real-world scenarios.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Intensive Course Import and Export VAT is a program focusing on Value Added Tax (VAT) as it applies to international trade. VAT, a consumption tax levied in approximately 175 countries, is a significant source of revenue for national budgets and a key consideration for businesses engaged in international transactions. The course addresses the complexities of VAT on imports and exports, including the interplay between tax and customs regulations. The program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to navigate the daily challenges related to VAT in international trade, providing guidance on preventive measures and risk analysis. The program description highlights the importance of VAT in international trade and the complexities arising from the interaction of tax and customs laws. It emphasizes the practical application of VAT knowledge in real-world scenarios faced by companies involved in international trade.
Outline:
The course structure includes sections on: Structure, Who should attend?, Admissions and Tuitions Fees, and Certification. The program content covers various issues related to VAT on imports and exports faced by companies in international trade. The course will provide guidance on preventive and risk analysis. The schedule is Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Lisbon time) / 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (CET).
Teaching:
The course will be taught in English. The faculty includes renowned lecturers, comprising distinguished professors of VAT and Customs Law, Judges, Members of the Tax and Customs Authorities, and representatives of economic operators.
Other:
The course is offered in a first edition and is online. A brochure and calendar are available. The program coordinators are Miguel Correia and Tânia Carvalhais Pereira. The course is taught in English.
The Catholic University of Portugal (Universidade Católica Portuguesa - UCP) is a distinguished private university established in 1967 in Lisbon, Portugal. It holds the unique status of being the first modern Portuguese university not founded by the state but through a concordat between the Portuguese government and the Vatican, placing it under the tutelage of the Catholic Church.
Campuses and Structure:
UCP operates as a university system comprising four regional centers:
- Lisbon: Headquarters and home to several faculties and institutes.
- Porto: Hosts faculties such as Biotechnology and the School of Arts.
- Braga: Includes the Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences.
- Viseu: Features departments like Economics, Management, and Social Sciences.
Additionally, UCP has an affiliate institution, the University of Saint Joseph, located in Macau.
Academic Excellence:
UCP offers a wide array of programs across various disciplines, including:
- Business and Economics: Through the Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics, which has achieved Triple Crown accreditation.
- Human Sciences: The School of Human Sciences offers esteemed programs like the Master of Arts in Communication Science.
- Law: Featuring advanced studies in areas such as International Business Law and Law in a Digital Economy.
Research and Innovation:
The university is home to 15 research units focusing on diverse fields, including biotechnology, health sciences, arts and technologies, and social sciences. These centers contribute significantly to scientific advancements and innovation.
International Recognition:
UCP has been recognized as the top Portuguese university according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings from 2021 to 2023. It serves over 20,000 students, with a substantial number of international students, reflecting its global appeal and commitment to academic excellence.
