This three-course Specialization provides a foundation in United States (US) federal taxation, covering individual income, estate and gift, and corporate tax. You’ll explore key concepts in individual taxation, including gross income, deductions, capital gains, and the alternative minimum tax (AMT), before progressing to the unified transfer tax system and C corporation taxation.

You’ll also examine business entity choice and state-level corporate income tax considerations, using real-world examples and policy analysis to understand the legislative and economic forces shaping the U.S. tax system. Practical problem sets throughout the Specialization help you apply tax concepts and prepare for careers in tax practice, financial planning, and corporate advisory.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will apply real-world examples to worked case studies to prepare individual income tax returns, review and develop estate tax planning strategies, and calculate corporate income tax liability. You will be able to put into practice the reExgulatory and statutory framework explored throughout the Specialization.