MS in Taxation

30 CREDITS (2 terms, assuming prerequisites are met)
Available Full Time or Part Time
student population
11% female 89% male
95%
Received Merit-Based Scholarships

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ACTIVE PARTNERS AT THE BIG 4 ACCOUNTING FIRMS
The MS in Taxation program at the Gabelli School of Business is ideal for experienced candidates who want to reach the next level in their careers. Grounded in strong technical skills, applied learning, and deep engagement with industry professionals, the MS in Taxation program prepares graduates to master the latest tax code and to be leaders within their organizations.
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APPLIED AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

  • Specialized workshops and seminars
  • Career exploration speaker series
  • Networking for Success events
  • Intensive interview preparation
  • Career coaching and executive mentoring

EXTRACURRICULAR ENGAGEMENT

  • The Fordham Accounting and Tax Society (FACTS) provides regular networking events and opportunities to interact with top industry employers. Students also gain experience working with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) during tax season.
  • Research Center: Center for Professional Accounting Practices
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RECENT EMPLOYERS OF MST GRADUATES

BDO, Deloitte, EY, Grant Thornton, HC Global, KPMG, Morgan Stanley, PwC

CAREER PATHS

Corporate Tax Manager, Hedge Fund Accountant, Staff Tax Accountant, Tax Associate

ALUMNI PERSPECTIVE

Hanying Wang, MST ’16
Tax Consultant, Deloitte
“Gabelli gave me the support, leadership opportunities, and professional tools I needed, as an international candidate, to not only land a role in a large accounting firm but to also thrive there.“

The MS in Taxation has two available tracks:

The Corporate Taxation track focuses on:
  • Corporate tax planning strategies
  • International taxation and transfer pricing
  • Partnerships
  • State and local taxes
  • Tax provision
The Individual Wealth Management Taxation track focuses on:
  • Estate planning
  • Tax implications of employee benefits and retirement plans
  • Tax planning for high-net-worth individuals
  • Taxation of U.S. and foreign expatriates
For more on this program’s curriculum, visit the Gabelli School of Business Bulletin website.
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