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The Tax Institute was established in 1943 with the aim of educating tax professionals and improving the position of tax agents, tax law and administration.
More than eight decades later, our membership of over 9,000 includes tax professionals from commerce and industry, academia, government and public practice throughout Australia. Our strong and diverse membership gives us a unique lens into the tax landscape – a complex and vitally important sector underpinning our economy.
Today, alongside educating the profession’s up-and-coming leaders we advocate for continuous improvement to tax policy, legislative and administrative issues to help build a fairer, more efficient and more sustainable tax system – not just for the benefit of our members, but in the interest of every Australian.
Not-for-profit & charity status
The Tax Institute is a registered Australian charity and not-for-profit organisation committed to advancing education within the tax profession, continuing professional development and advocating for improved tax policy for a fairer and more efficient tax system.
We are governed by an elected Board of Directors and National Council and supported by councils, committees, volunteers and professional staff.
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Governance
At the Institute, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct. Our goal is to create a diverse and inclusive organisation that serves the broader Australian community with honesty and integrity.
About Higher Education
Well-educated, confident tax professionals are crucial to a fair, sustainable and efficient tax system. Which is why we care so deeply about producing first-class tax professionals that provide technically sound advice, act ethically and demonstrate integrity.
We are committed to providing quality education to all – members and non-members, seasoned professionals and those new to tax – so they can serve clients confidently. Candidates learn from practicing tax professionals and study real-life case studies that enable them to flourish in their careers.
HEPCO Pty Ltd, trading as The Tax Institute Higher Education, is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Tax Institute. It was established as a Higher Education Provider to deliver the Graduate Diploma of Applied Tax Law and is accredited by the Tertiary Education and Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA).
Right: 2012 launch of the Chartered Tax Adviser designation in Australia
In the spirit of reconciliation The Tax Institute acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.