COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Science in Taxation and Data Analytics is a specialized graduate program designed to prepare students for advanced careers in taxation, accounting, and financial analysis by combining technical tax knowledge with analytical and professional skills. The program is open to qualified students from a variety of academic backgrounds, making it accessible even to those whose previous studies were not specifically focused on taxation or accounting. Faculty members are actively engaged in diverse forms of research, including behavioral, empirical, archival, historical, and theoretical studies, with topics ranging from cognitive models in decision-making to the effects of government regulations on financial and borrowing practices. Students benefit from studying within UNT’s G. Brint Ryan College of Business, one of the nation’s largest business schools and an institution accredited by AACSB International, reflecting high standards of academic excellence and business education quality. The Business Leadership Building further enhances the learning environment through advanced technology, interactive classrooms, and sustainable design supported by Gold-level LEED certification. Faculty members contribute extensively to academic journals, scholarly books, professional publications, and national and international conferences, providing students with exposure to current industry knowledge and research developments. The program’s strong reputation is reflected in its ranking as the 4th best master’s taxation program in the nation by OnlineMastersDegrees.org. Graduates are prepared for a variety of career opportunities including Tax Accountant, Tax Compliance Specialist, Tax Lawyer, Tax Specialist, Tax Supervisor or Auditor, and Tax Director or Consultant. The curriculum develops expertise in complex tax systems, regulatory procedures, and ethical business practices through courses such as Tax Research and Administrative Procedure, Taxation of Flow-Through Entities, Taxation of C Corporations, Multijurisdictional Taxation, Family Tax Planning, and Professional Ethics and Corporate Governance. These courses help students understand corporate and individual taxation, compliance requirements, interstate and international tax considerations, and ethical responsibilities within the profession. Overall, the program equips graduates with advanced taxation expertise, analytical capabilities, and professional skills needed for successful careers in public accounting, private industry, consulting, and government agencies.