Course Curriculum
Northeastern University's MST program has been specifically designed and structured for working professionals like you. To accommodate your schedule, there are six start dates available throughout the year, so you can get started at your convenience.
On average, most students spend an average of about 15 to 20 hours a week studying. They make time in the evening, on weekends, and when traveling for business, as well as other times that fit in their busy schedules.
The Master of Science in Taxation program consists of 30 credits — 15 credits of required courses and 15 elective credits. Each course lasts five weeks. Students interested in pursuing the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation should select appropriate electives.
The MST program has been approved by the College of Financial Planning in Denver, Colorado as a program that meets the academic requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planner Examination.*
| Core Courses |
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| Federal Tax Issues and Analysis |
| Corporations and Shareholders |
| Estate and Gift Taxation |
| Partners and Partnerships |
| Tax Research Methodology |
| Tax Practice, Procedure, and Ethics |
| Elective Courses — Choose 5 |
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| Advanced Flow-Through Entities |
| Financial Planning for Insurance |
| Financial Planning for Investments |
| Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates |
| International Taxation: Inbound Transactions |
| International Taxation: Outbound Transactions |
| Planning for Estate Tax Issues |
| Retirement Plans |
| State and Local Taxation |
| Tax Accounting for Income Taxes |
* Please note there is a pre-established selection of electives to complete for the program in order to qualify. For more information, please contact an Enrollment Advisor.