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    • Rice University

      A Story of Economics: A Principles Tale

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economic Development, Game Theory, Financial Policy, Cost Accounting, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Operating Cost, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Consumer Behaviour, Investments, Labor Relations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Graduate Certificate in Taxation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Management Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Marketing, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Strategy, Extract, Transform, Load, Financial Auditing, Descriptive Statistics, Process Improvement, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Financial Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Tax

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

    • Interactive Brokers

      Practical Guide to Trading

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Equities, Futures Exchange, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, International Finance, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Analysis, Capital Markets, Tax, Balance Sheet, Financial Regulations, Market Data, Technical Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      750 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Análisis Financiero

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Project Finance, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Cash Management, Investment Management, Working Capital, Capital Markets, Equities, Corporate Finance, Bankruptcies, Tax, Financial Policy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      554 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Geneva

      Rédaction de contrats

      Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Contract Review, Commercial Laws, Coordinating, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Legal Writing, Mediation, Civil Law, Liquidation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      846 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Cash Management, Accrual Accounting, Tax Management, Cash Flows, Fixed Asset, Asset Management, International Financial Reporting Standards, Standard Accounting Practices

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      891 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • MedCerts

      Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing and Coding, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Electronic Medical Record, Copayment Collection and Processing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medical Privacy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Registration, Health Information Management, Medicare, Medical Terminology, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      506 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Rice University

      Principles of Economics: Introduction - Getting to Know You

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Operating Cost, Policy Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • PwC India

      India Customs and Allied laws

      Skills you'll gain: Export Control, Business Valuation, Tax Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Tax Laws, Intercompany Accounting, Tax, Analysis, Shipping and Receiving, Commercial Laws, Investigation, Economic Development, Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Registration, Procedure Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • IE Business School

      Globalización, Crecimiento Económico y Estabilidad

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Public Policies, International Finance, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Economic Development, Tax, Socioeconomics, Trend Analysis, Global Marketing, Business Economics, Political Sciences, Analysis, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Business Risk Management, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      692 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • IE Business School

      Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Public Policies, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Market Opportunities, Business Economics, International Relations, Tax, Global Marketing, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Demography, Business Risk Management, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Analysis, Financial Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Advancing Proficiency in U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll Tax, Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Reporting, Tax Management, Tax Compliance, Tax, Income Tax, Tax Laws, Benefits Administration, Compliance Reporting, Compensation and Benefits, Regulatory Requirements

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • A Story of Economics: A Principles Tale: Rice University
    • Graduate Certificate in Taxation: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Practical Guide to Trading: Interactive Brokers
    • Análisis Financiero: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Rédaction de contrats: University of Geneva
    • Financial Reporting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
    • Principles of Economics: Introduction - Getting to Know You: Rice University
    • India Customs and Allied laws: PwC India
    • Globalización, Crecimiento Económico y Estabilidad: IE Business School

    Frequently Asked Questions about Taxation

    Taxation is the imposition of levies on individuals as well as businesses and corporations by governments. The revenues raised by taxes are used to fund public services, law enforcement and national defense, social welfare and healthcare, and other important government expenditures. In addition to being important for society, taxation is extremely important for businesses to understand, as various sales and corporate income taxes can have a significant impact on the bottom line of any company.

    Because paying taxes has a major impact on both government and business revenues, submitting accurate federal tax returns are a legal requirement as well as a requirement for the financial statements that public companies must disclose to investors. Thus, businesses typically hire accountants with expertise in tax law, accounting terminology, and the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to all the details of a company’s tax returns, including tax deductions, depreciation of assets, and business expenses.‎

    Almost all companies, from sole proprietors to multinational corporations, rely on accountants to ensure that their taxes are paid properly and on time. These experts on taxation are responsible for examining financial statements, calculating taxes owed, and preparing and submitting state and federal tax returns that are accurate. Large companies may have full-time, in-house accountants to manage their financial statements and taxation, but many companies hire certified public accountants (CPA) who work at accounting firms.

    Regardless of who you work for, if you are fluent in accounting terminology, the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and other key areas of accounting expertise, you will have an in-demand and well-paid career. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, accountants earned a median annual salary of $71,550 in May 2019, and these jobs will grow as fast as the average across the rest of the economy since they are generally tied to growth in the businesses that rely on them.‎

    Yes! Coursera offers a wide range of courses on a variety of business topics, including in-depth courses and Specializations spanning multiple courses about taxation. You can learn remotely about corporate tax law, financial reporting, taxes for sole proprietors and individuals, taxation impacts on strategic business management, and other important subjects in this field. And, because you can learn from leading business schools for accounting including the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as well as the Wharton School of University of Pennsylvania, you don’t have to sacrifice the quality of your education to learn online with Coursera.‎

    People with good analytical skills and who are good with numbers are typically best suited to roles in taxation. Since taxation revolves heavily around numbers and laws, people who are good at math and who have a grasp of basic legal terminology can often be well suited for taxation roles. People who are precise and have an eye for fine details tend to excel at these roles. In addition, people with good time management skills and who are highly organized can generally do well in taxation positions. It can also be useful to have good communication skills and a knack for problem-solving.‎

    Common career paths for people in taxation can typically include working for the government, performing tax accounting for accounting firms, and offering managerial accounting for businesses. In government jobs, people working in taxation can perform tasks like reviewing tax returns and communicating with tax filers. In accounting firms, taxation professionals can work with people and companies at tax-filing time as well as with companies on a year-round basis to help organizations ensure compliance with tax laws. In business settings, managerial accountants can manage taxation matters for the company with a goal of keeping tax debt low and ensuring legal compliance.‎

    Topics you can study that are related to taxation include international tax law if you’re working in global business. Contract law and business entities are other topics you could study that are related to taxation. Additionally, you could study financial planning or learn about land transfers in coordination with your taxation studies.‎

    Agencies that prepare taxes for people and individuals typically hire people who have a background in taxation. Some of the job titles for these jobs include tax preparer, tax associate, and tax professional. City, state, and federal agencies can hire people in taxation roles to handle tax payments from citizens and corporations. These agencies can also add taxation workers to assist taxpayers who have questions about taxes that are owed. Additionally, retail facilities can hire taxation professionals to handle sales tax and to manage things like depreciation of assets and payroll taxes.‎

    Online Taxation courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Taxation skills. Choose from a wide range of Taxation courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Taxation, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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