Program Overview

Master of International Taxation

The Master of International Taxation program at the University of Hamburg offers a comprehensive education in international taxation, covering theoretical and practical aspects. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in tax planning and analysis of international taxation systems.

Program Overview

• The program is offered in both full-time and part-time (berufsbegleitend) formats.
• The full-time program lasts for 2 semesters, while the part-time program takes 3 semesters to complete, including a semester for the master's thesis.
• The program starts in the winter semester.

Program Structure

• The program consists of several modules, including:
  • Grundlagenmodule (foundational modules)
  • Besteuerungsspezifische Module (taxation-specific modules)
  • Steuersysteme anderer Staaten (tax systems of other countries)
  • Steuerplanung mit Fallstudien (tax planning with case studies)
• The modules are taught in a block format, with classes held on Fridays and Saturdays.
• The program is taught in both German and English.

Admission Requirements

• A completed degree in law, economics, or a related field
• Good knowledge of German and English
• Basic knowledge of German tax law
• Professional experience

Tuition Fees

• The tuition fee for the program is 12,500 euros, plus a semester contribution to the University of Hamburg.

Research Areas

• The program covers a range of topics in international taxation, including:
  • DBA (Double Taxation Agreements)
  • EU tax law
  • Unrestricted and restricted tax liability
  • Methods for avoiding double taxation
  • Taxation of business activities
  • Taxation of non-business activities
  • Tax systems of selected EU and non-EU countries
  • Tax planning and case studies

Program Management

The program is managed by the International Tax Institute (IIFS) at the University of Hamburg. The program director is Prof. Dr. Gerrit Frotscher, and the program coordinator is Anna Mayer.