Program Overview

Overview

The university program provides students with a comprehensive education in accounting, with various specializations to choose from. The program aims to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in accounting, taxation, and governance.

Academic

The academic program consists of several specializations, including:

• Global Accounting Stream
• Global Tax and Governance Stream
• Finance for Accountants Stream
• Accounting Analytics Stream

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Global Tax and Governance Stream includes:

• Tax Courses (at least 2 courses)
  • ACCT4261: Taxes and Business Strategy
  • ACCT4262: China Taxation
  • ACCT4263: International Taxation
• Governance Courses (at least 1 course)
  • ACCT4251: Regulation and Compliance in the Financial Markets
  • ACCT4252: Corporate Insolvency and Restructuring
  • ACCT4253: Chinese Legal Environment for Business
  • ACCT4271: Corporate Governance

Aims and Learning Outcomes

The program aims to equip students with:

1. Advanced knowledge of Hong Kong and China taxation systems
2. Ability to perform tax planning and tax computation for different types of taxes
3. Awareness of current issues and developments in the Hong Kong and China taxation systems
4. Ability to identify and assess tax risks of cross-border activities
5. Understanding of policies for taxing international transactions and relief from double taxation

Experiential Learning

The program provides students with opportunities for experiential learning, including:

• Exchange programs
• Study trips
• Other enrichment activities
• Student society

Career Prospect

The program prepares students for careers in accounting, taxation, and governance, with opportunities for graduates and internships. Alumni have gone on to work in top accounting firms and multinational companies, providing valuable insights and advice on tax matters.

Admission

No admission criteria were specified in the input context.

Graduation Requirements

No graduation requirements were specified in the input context, except for the requirement of 12 units for the Global Tax and Governance Stream.