ACCT 539 - Advanced Federal Income Tax II

3 credit hours

Study of advanced topics in federal taxation, including formation, operation, and dissolution of the business entity. Also includes the importance of ethical considerations, and special tax subjects. Course requires participation in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program which includes two Saturday workshops in January. Emphasis is given to the development of communication skills in a professional-to-client environment. The taxpayer assistance component of the course is spread over parts of the winter and spring quarters. Students receive an “N” grade for winter quarter and the course grade spring quarter. Prerequisite: ACCT 536.