Certified Tax Specialist (CTS)

Designed to provide participants with a holistic and practice-oriented understanding of taxation in an international context. The program emphasizes both corporate and individual taxation, offering in-depth insights into international tax treaties, cross-border structuring, transfer pricing, VAT frameworks, and anti-avoidance legislation.

This certification equips participants with the tools to analyze, interpret, and apply international tax laws, while also developing the practical skills needed to manage tax planning, compliance, and disputes effectively.

What you will learn

• Mastery of core and advanced concepts of international taxation and their practical implications.
• Practical knowledge in structuring taxes for corporate entities and high-net-worth individuals.
• Ability to evaluate international tax treaties and apply them in cross-border contexts.
• Proficiency in managing transfer pricing, VAT structuring, and anti-avoidance frameworks.
• Enhanced professional competency to engage with tax authorities, tribunals, and regulatory frameworks.

Curriculum

1. 01Foundations of International Taxation
2. 02Corporate International Tax Structuring
3. 03Individual International Tax Structuring
4. 04Transfer Pricing
5. 05International VAT Structuring
6. 06Tax Appeals, Tribunals, and Tax Laws
7. 07Anti-Avoidance Legislation & Tax Risk Management

Who it is for

• Tax Experts & Consultants
• Tax Professionals in multinational corporations
• Chief Accountants & Finance Directors
• Finance Managers & Controllers
• Certified Public Accountants
• Financial Analysts & Auditors
• Legal and Compliance Professionals focusing on tax law

Examination & CPD

All candidates must sign the APAA Code of Ethics prior to certification. See the full certification requirements.