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This specialization program is no longer accepting new students. Existing students may contact our student advisor at fmpcertificate@uclaextension.edu for more information.
Required Courses
Summer Enrollment is Open! Courses begin June 23, 2025.
specialization
Tax Planning for Entities
Gain expertise in payroll, retirement, international, and non-profit taxation to advance your career in today’s complex tax landscape.
This program is perfect for...
- Individuals working in small or family businesses who prepare taxes for the business
- CPAs and attorneys looking into a tax specialization
- Tax preparers who wish to advance in their careers
- Individuals looking to transition into a career in taxation
What you can learn.
- Learn how to develop and implement a plan for your business taxes
- Understand the tax implications for various retirement planning options
- Develop knowledge to understand the tax impacts of other benefit choices
- Understand the tax implications of operating a non-profit entity
- Learn critical taxation concepts required for international businesses
Master Tax Skills for a Dynamic Career
Gain specialized knowledge in key areas of taxation with our Tax Planning for Entities Specialization. This 3-course program is perfect for professionals looking to deepen their expertise and covers essential tax concepts related to payroll processing, retirement plans, and employee benefits. You’ll also explore unique and complex areas such as international taxation and non-profit tax compliance which are fields that require specialized understanding and offer rewarding career paths. Whether you're expanding your current role or preparing for a new opportunity, this program delivers the tools to succeed. With the option to complete courses online or in the classroom, you can learn in the way that fits your schedule.
Courses
Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.
Elective
Students must complete 1 of the following courses.
Estimated Cost Breakdown
All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
**Federal Financial Aid Gainful Employment Disclosures
The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges and universities to disclose certain information for any financial aid eligible program that, “prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation”. This information includes program costs; occupations that the program prepares students to enter; occupational profiles; on time completion rate; and for the most recent award year: the number of students who have completed the program, the number of students who complete the program within the estimated duration, the job placement rate, and the median Title IV and private loan debt incurred by those who complete the program. For gainful employment information for this program, visit our Financial Aid page.
An internship in taxation can provide you with practical experience in a variety of job functions. Students must have completed a minimum of 16 units of the Taxation Certificate program curriculum (4 courses) before enrolling in the internship.
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