Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Taxation (MTax) Co-op program is designed for graduates from Canadian business programs or working professionals, such as chartered accountants or certified financial planners, who are interested in pursuing a career in tax. This full-time, in-person program offers hands-on real-world experience through two co-op terms with an established company.

Program Highlights

• An exclusive learning model to develop unique strengths and qualities.
• Real-world experience through two co-op terms.
• Opportunities to build your network with a diverse group of classmates.

Program Details

• Department/School: School of Accounting and Finance
• Faculty: Faculty of Arts
• Admit term(s): Fall (September - December)
• Delivery mode: Off-campus (downtown Toronto)
• Program type: Master's, Professional
• Length of program: 20 months
• Registration option(s): Full-time
• Study option(s): Coursework

Admission Requirements

• Students from a wide variety of backgrounds are welcome.
• Successful completion of a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, with at least a 75% average is required.
• Alternatively, a three-year degree, or equivalent, with at least a 75% average, 8 years of Canadian tax-related work experience showing career advancement, and a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score of at least 550, or equivalent Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score using ETS's GRE Comparison Table for Business Schools.
• A one-page statement detailing interest in the Master of Taxation program.
• Students will be assessed by an Admissions Committee.
• Students lacking the necessary fundamentals of Canadian income taxation and accounting may be required to complete TAX 600 Introductory Tax and Accounting for MTax Students.
• An interview may also be required.
• GMAT may be required.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements on the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses anticipated as part of completing the degree.

Application Materials

• Resume: Detailing previous work experience.
• Statement of interest: A statement of maximum 500 words explaining interest in and fit for the program.
• Transcript(s)
• References: Two references are required, at least one academic.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable: TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5).

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page to determine tuition and incidental fees per term.
• Review living costs and housing.
• Review funding graduate school resources for graduate students.

Application Deadlines

• April 1 (for admission in September)