Tax law and tax theory, Master of Laws

Part-time distance learning program @ University of Applied Sciences Schmalkalden 

👉 With this part-time distance learning programme at the state University of Schmalkalden, you will obtain a Master of Laws as well as optionally a qualification as a tax consultant. You will complete modules such as business law and procedural law, and delve into subjects like insolvency law or international financial reporting.

At a Glance

🏫 Provider University of Applied Sciences Schmalkalden, UAS based in Schmalkalden (Germany)
The University of Schmalkalden is a state university with its headquarters in the green heart of Germany in the middle of Thuringia. In addition to 12 bachelor's and master's degree programs in the fields of business, computer science, and engineering, the university offers numerous certificate programs. Distance learning with the University of Schmalkalden is a particularly personal form of distance learning with small study groups, regular block seminars, and personal exchanges between teachers and students.
🎓 Field of Study Law
📜 Degree Master of Laws (LL.M.)
⏳ Duration 5 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Management, International Law, Digitalisation and Data Protection in Tax Consultancy, Taxes (Overview), Income Taxes, Procedural Law, Tax Balance Law, Accounting of Partnerships, Other Taxes, Insolvency Law (Elective Module), Tax Criminal Law and Compliance (Elective Module), Restructuring and Insolvency Management (Elective Module), International Accounting (Elective Module), Case Studies, extracurricular: Exam Training
📚 Electives Insolvency law, tax criminal law/compliance, restructuring and insolvency management, international accounting
👥 In-person sessions 14-day during the lecture periods (Thursday to Saturday)
📍 Location Schmalkalden und Gera (Thüringen)
📅 Enrollment Summer semester
💶 Fees
from 2940 € Semester fee
from 14700 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hsm-fernstudium.de
  • particularly personal distance learning in small study groups
  • regular block events in Schmalkalden and Gera, Thuringia
  • access to a large network of companies, institutions, and industry associations
  • start of studies always in the summer semester
  • covering all relevant topics for the tax advisor exam, which can be taken afterwards

Requirements for enrollment

The study program in Tax Law and Taxation at the Schmalkalden University is aimed at students who already have a degree in business or law from a university and want to expand their knowledge and career opportunities.

Prerequisites for admission include a completed business or law degree from a university, administrative college, or vocational academy.

In addition, you must have acquired legal knowledge equivalent to 15 ECTS credits during your studies or 25% of legal topics in your profession.

Furthermore, you must demonstrate at least one year of relevant work experience.

To assess your prior knowledge, you will also have a consultation with the study advisory service at the Schmalkalden University.

Study Content, Modules and Specialization Options

With this part-time distance learning course at the state University of Applied Sciences Schmalkalden, you will acquire a Master of Laws as well as, optionally, a degree as a tax consultant. You will complete modules such as Business Law and Procedural Law and specialize in areas such as Insolvency Law or International Accounting. Within 5 semesters of regular study time, you will earn 90 ECTS credits.

The course is structured as follows:

  • 1st Semester: Business Administration and Accounting, Business Law, Digitization and Data Protection in Tax Consultation, Taxes (Overview),
  • 2nd Semester: Income Taxes I, Procedural Law, Tax Accounting I, Elective Module I
  • 3rd Semester: Income Taxes II, Other Taxes I, Tax Accounting II, Elective Module II
  • 4th Semester: Income Taxes III, Other Taxes II, Accounting for Partnerships, Practical Cases I, Preparation for the written Tax Consultant Examination
  • 5th Semester: Master Thesis and Colloquium, Practical Cases II, Preparation for the written Tax Consultant Examination

In the 2nd and 4th semesters, you will choose a total of 2 specialization modules. In Elective Area I, you will choose one of these modules: Insolvency Law or Tax Criminal Law/Compliance. In Elective Area II, you will choose one of these modules: Restructuring and Insolvency Management or International Accounting.

Presence and Practice

What sets apart the distance learning program at the University of Applied Sciences Schmalkalden are the intensive on-site events and block seminars in Schmalkalden and Gera (Thuringia). During the presence phases, you can engage with your fellow students and teachers on the learning content.

Over the course of the first 4 semesters, you will attend intensive onsite events every 14 days during the lecture times. These events are well-suited for those pursuing their studies alongside their professional commitments.

Tuition Fees

At the University of Applied Sciences Schmalkalden, you pay the tuition fees for the part-time study program on a semester basis, always at the beginning of the semester. The tuition fees for the Master's in Tax Law and Tax Teaching amount to 2940,- Euros per semester.

In addition, there are semester fees of approximately 54,- Euros (without a semester ticket) or approximately 100,- Euros (with a semester ticket).

Overall, you will pay around 14900,- Euros for the program.

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