The M.S.T. program provides advanced study in taxation to prepare students for the challenges of the practice of professional taxation. The program is designed to meet the needs of working professionals who desire to earn the degree while continuing to work full time. The program provides opportunities to develop knowledge related to federal, state, and local, and international tax laws. The program also focuses on the development of communication, research, and technology skills and an understanding of ethical issues and expectations of the business community and regulators for professional conduct.Master of Science in Taxation Learning Goals and ObjectivesGraduates from the NIU Department of Accountancy Master of Science in Taxation program will fulfill the following learning goals and objectives.Learning Goal 1: Integrate and apply knowledge of primary tax authority.

• Learning Objective 1: Demonstrate knowledge of primary authority and apply this knowledge to answer tax questions for various taxpayers and transactions.
• Learning Objective 2: Research solutions for tax issues using appropriate primary authority.
• Learning Objective 3: Communicate tax solutions and recommendations in a professional manner.
• Learning Objective 4: Prepare tax returns and other filings to comply with stipulated reporting requirements.

Learning Goal 2: Evaluate ethical business practices.

• Learning Objective 5: Apply relevant professional standards and codes of conduct to resolve ethical tax dilemmas.