PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Tax professionals play a critical role in helping organizations and individuals comply with Nigeria’s evolving tax laws while supporting effective financial planning and regulatory reporting.

As tax administration continues to become more digital through the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and State Internal Revenue Services (SIRS), professionals with practical tax preparation and compliance skills are increasingly in demand.

The Nigerian Tax Preparation & Compliance Professional certification program at Texas Business School prepares students with practical, job-ready skills in Personal Income Tax (PIT), Companies Income Tax (CIT), Tertiary Education Tax (TET), Value Added Tax (VAT), Withholding Tax (WHT), payroll taxation, tax administration, tax audits, and digital tax filing using TaxPro-Max.

Through instructor-led training, hands-on laboratories, Excel-based tax computation workshops, compliance simulations, and an industry-focused capstone project, students gain practical experience preparing tax returns, managing taxpayer records, responding to regulatory requirements, and supporting organizational tax compliance.

The curriculum aligns with current Nigerian tax legislation, FIRS digital tax initiatives, and professional tax administration practices used by accounting firms, tax consultancies, corporate finance departments, and government agencies.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Prepare Personal Income Tax and Companies Income Tax computations.
• Calculate VAT, Withholding Tax, Tertiary Education Tax, and payroll tax obligations.
• Perform digital tax filing using TaxPro-Max.
• Maintain taxpayer records and compliance documentation.
• Support tax audits, investigations, and regulatory reviews.
• Produce professional tax reports and compliance recommendations.

CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

Students progress through practical modules covering:

Students progress through practical modules covering:

• Nigerian Tax Environment & Legal Framework
• Personal Income Tax & PAYE Administration
• Companies Income Tax & Tertiary Education Tax
• Capital Allowances & Loss Relief
• VAT & Withholding Tax Administration
• TaxPro-Max Operations & Digital Tax Filing
• Tax Audits & Dispute Resolution
• Professional Tax Practice Management
• Corporate Tax Compliance Capstone Project

INDUSTRY STANDARDS & PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES

INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES & FRAMEWORKS

The curriculum incorporates professional tax administration practices based on current Nigerian regulatory and compliance standards, including:

• Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Guidelines
• Personal Income Tax Act (PITA)
• Companies Income Tax Act (CITA)
• Value Added Tax (VAT) Act
• Finance Acts
• TaxPro-Max Digital Filing Procedures
• Nigerian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (where applicable)
• Professional Ethics for Tax Practitioners

INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGIES & TOOLS

Students gain practical experience using professional tools commonly applied in Nigerian tax administration, including TaxPro-Max, Microsoft Excel, electronic tax filing platforms, financial reporting templates, payroll computation tools, digital compliance systems, and taxpayer record management workflows.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates develop practical skills for careers in tax preparation, tax compliance, payroll taxation, tax advisory support, corporate tax administration, accounting firms, consulting firms, finance departments, and government revenue agencies.

Career pathways include Tax Associate, Tax Compliance Officer, Payroll Tax Officer, Tax Analyst, Corporate Tax Assistant, Tax Consultant, Revenue Officer, Tax Practice Administrator, Finance & Tax Officer, and Digital Tax Compliance Specialist.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should possess a High School Diploma (or equivalent) or meet the applicable higher education admission requirements for diploma-level study.

Basic computer literacy is recommended. International applicants may be required to submit additional documentation in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.

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TUITION & STUDY OPTIONS

Program Duration

6 Months

Study Modes

• Live Online 
• On-Campus 
• Hybrid Learning

Credential Awarded

Professional Diploma with Official Academic Transcript upon successful completion.

Tuition

Contact the Admissions Office for current tuition, flexible payment plans, scholarships, and available financing options.