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15.5181 Taxes and Business Strategy

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Prereq: 15.501
Units: 3-0-6
Credit cannot also be received for 15.518
Lecture: TR8.30-10 (E51-376) or TR10-11.30 (E51-376)

Provides conceptual framework for thinking about taxation and decision-making. Topics include taxation of various investments and types of compensation; retirement planning; considerations for choosing organizational form when starting a business; methods of merging, acquiring, divesting business entities; international tax planning strategies; and high wealth planning and estate tax. Applies current debates on tax policy options and recent tax law changes to class discussions. Intended to show how taxes affect individual investment as well as business decisions. Meets with 15.518 when offered concurrently. Expectations and evaluation criteria for graduate students will differ from those of undergraduates; consult syllabus or instructor for specific details.
E. Maydew
Textbooks (Fall 2024)

Total units: 9

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