Taxes and Ac­count­ing (M.A.)

Course content and objectives

Increasing complexity in the national and international tax systems as well as intense competitive pressure increase companies’ need for consulting. In Anhalt University of Applied Sciences’ degree program in Taxes and Accounting, the focus is on companies’ internal processes. In particular, this includes aspects of accounting and controlling. In business companies, loyal employees with the ability to solve problems are in demand.

This dual master's degree program offers students the opportunity to implement the theoretical knowledge they have gained in companies, institutions, or consulting organizations and, at the same time, to shorten the time they need to study until they can take the professional examinations for tax consultants / auditors. This master’s program prepares you in a targeted manner for work as a tax consultant and/or auditor.

This master’s program prepares you in a targeted manner for work as a tax consultant and/or auditor. In the area of tax consultancy, your tasks are to advise clients about declaration and taxes and to advise on the implementation of tax law. Besides business issues, prospects for existence and the future must be competently given shape. In the area of auditing, your primary tasks are to review and test complex balances. You will find work in corporate and tax advising, as a trustee or consultant. You will be highly sought as an expert in many areas of business.