Cindy Chan, Subject Convenor
Subject
CTA2A Advanced
A deeper understanding and application of core topics in Australian taxation law
CTA2A Advanced will build on your basic knowledge and application of the fundamentals of Australia’s taxes, through a deeper exploration of tax administration, small business CGT concessions, partnerships, trusts and superannuation. It will also help you apply and evaluate outcomes and solutions for client scenarios.
This subject also covers the ethics and professional responsibilities of the tax professional in dealing with clients, government agencies, business and legal institutions.
Interactive webinars are presented by guest lecturers on their area of expertise over the 12–week study period.
Individuals holding professional qualifications from Australian accounting bodies may be exempt from this subject within a program. Please get in touch to understand how you may obtain recognition for your prior learning.
Download the Information Pack to view the learning outcomes for each of the 7 modules within this subject.
- Subjects1
- Credit Points6
- LevelAdvanced
- Cost$1,995
- CPD120 hours
- DeliveryOnline
- Study Length12 weeks
- Study Periods3 per year
- Study Per Week10 hours
- Subject CodeATL003
- Subject PrerequisitesATL001 (or equivalent) | 12 months relevant Australian tax or tax law experience
ATL003 CTA2A Advanced provides you with the skills to apply and evaluate outcomes and solutions on complex tax compliance affairs, and planning issues that are required to move into management roles.
Who is this for?
- associate lawyer
- certified financial planner
- corporate tax accountant
- lecturer or tutor
- registration requirements for a tax agent licence
- tax manager.
Entry requirements
- have completed ATL001 CTA1 Foundations or an equivalent qualification. Please Contact The Tax Institute Higher Education for further information.
- meet English language requirements if the language of instruction for your 6 years of high school qualifications was not English
- have at least 12 months’ relevant Australian tax or tax law experience
Learning outcomes
On completion of ATL003 CTA2A Advanced you will be able to, but not limited to, comprehend fundamental discipline knowledge and its theoretical underpinnings and apply and evaluate outcomes and solutions for fundamental client scenarios while applying the ethics, responsibilities and duties of a tax professional.
Modules
- ethics, TASA 2009 and the Code of Professional Conduct
- tax Administration
- capital gains tax (CGT) fundamentals
- small business CGT concessions
- partnerships
- trusts
- superannuation
Assessment structure
- Online module quizzes - pass mark 50% Weighting 40%
- Exam - pass mark 50% Weighting 60%
Please note that all assessment tasks must be passed in order to complete the subject.
Online study - interactive webinars are presented by guest lecturers on their area of expertise over the 12 week study period. These are recorded and made available shortly afterwards. Candidates use an online learning platform to access modules, progress quizzes and reference materials. A subject Convenor, or tax expert, is available via email to answer tax-technical queries and candidates receive administrative support from the Subject Coordinator.
Assessment only - this option has been designed for candidates who do not require the learning or access to study materials. Six weeks prior to the exam, candidates are sent the progress quizzes which must be completed, at this time they also receive access to past exams.
Resources made available to a candidate are:
- access to an online learning portal
- access to soft copies of study materials via the online learning portal from the subject commencement date
- access to CCH materials
- recorded webinars and online sessions
- online module quizzes
- past exam papers
- email access to the subject convenor for technical questions
- assessment preparation resources
- administration support from trained subject coordinators.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
RPL is a process for providing candidates credit for learning or qualifications completed before your enrolment with The Tax Institute Higher Education.
To apply for RPL (fee $200), please complete the RPL form. Evidence of your qualifications will need to be provided with this application.
Please view our current timetable.
ATL003 CTA2A Advanced
Standard ATL subject enrolment fee $1,995.
Standard ATL subject enrolment fee is GST exempt.
Standard prices are valid until 11 August 2025.
All Tax Institute Higher Education candidates are eligible to receive Education Membership of The Tax Institute for $220 (saving $365) upon enrolment until 30 June in the subsequent calendar year. Member fees attract GST and price quoted is inclusive of GST.
Please refer to the Candidate Care Guide where you'll find information on our policies.
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