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Diploma in National and International Tax Planning

Start date:

06.04.2027
Duration: 5 and a half months
Modality: Online

Presentation

The first short-term postgraduate program, with a practical and realistic approach to the tax issues that occupy the day-to-day work of tax managers in companies and consulting firms.

In the business world, every transaction, investment decision, or business deal has tax implications, both locally and internationally. Acquiring the knowledge gained through the Diploma in National and International Tax Planning will transform tax professionals into strategic partners and trusted advisors, enabling them to optimize their operations in the national, regional, and international markets.

This new program was designed with an eminently practical and empirical approach; it has a faculty of specialists in each of the topics covered, with extensive experience in tax, finance and business matters, which greatly enriches the learning process and allows not only learning from experiences, but also generating a broad and outstanding network of professional contacts.

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Who is it for
Owners or managers of SMEs that export or plan to do so. Executives of multinational corporations and consulting firms with tax management responsibilities. Staff of business chambers. Executives who need to stay updated on agreements to avoid double taxation. Tax officers of large companies, as well as professionals with university degrees (public accountants, graduates in economics, business administration, or business). Aimed at a diverse group of sectors such as: agri-food, agro-industry, auto parts, plastics, petrochemicals, regional economies, engineering and construction companies, pharmaceuticals, fishing, dairy, textiles, business chambers, road and river transport companies, ports, fintech, stockbrokers, management consulting firms, among others.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Modules: National and International Tax Planning - Tax Systems of Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, Spain, and the USA - National Tax Planning - International Tax Planning - The Tax Regime for Transfer Pricing - Tax Residency - Financial Instruments and Derivatives - Tax Planning in the Digital Economy, Fintech, and Crypto. ↓See the full content of each module in the dropdown menus below.
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Academic certification
The Faculty of Business Sciences of the Universidad Austral The Academic Certificate of Completion of the “Diploma in National and International Tax Planning” will be awarded to those who meet the corresponding promotion requirements (75% attendance and a final practical assignment/exam). This certificate is a university extension course and is not a university degree, title, or diploma.
description and benefits
Discounts and Benefits
As a graduate or member of the Austral Community, you'll receive exclusive discounts. We also offer special benefits for those who work at companies with agreements with the University. Contact our sales team for pricing, installment payment plans, and more information.

Mode

Online/blended - Synchronous.

Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 18 pm to 21 pm, through the platform of the Universidad Austral.

A face-to-face meeting is planned

VOICES THAT INSPIRE

Victoria Pizarro DPT 2024
"I am extremely grateful for everything in this course; it has been a tremendous personal learning experience and a significant professional upgrade. I am very satisfied with the entire program, the methodology, the syllabus, and especially with the excellence of the professionals who presented in each class. Another highlight was the practical work, where we truly felt, as a group, that we were able to apply and integrate much of the knowledge acquired during the course, in addition to connecting professionally and networking. I look forward to exploring other academic opportunities in the future. Best regards, and until next time!"
Victoria Pizarro - 2024 Edition
Silvana DPT 2026

“I greatly value the quality of the content, the experience of the instructors, and the exchange with other professionals. I consider it a very good opportunity to continue strengthening my training and enriching my professional practice.”

Silvana Flores Maidana - 2026 Edition

“The Diploma program as a whole meets expectations, and in some aspects exceeds them. The participation of international professionals who share their knowledge and experience in their professional fields is excellent .”

Facundo Carlos Pascua - 2026 Edition

“I highly recommend this diploma program. It’s a very enriching experience, with interesting content and professors who contribute a great deal from their experience and knowledge. Without a doubt, it’s an excellent opportunity to continue learning and growing professionally.”

Rocío Soledad Vidal - 2026 Edition

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NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL TAX PLANNING
Conceptual approach: why and what for. The importance of national and international tax planning: Tactical and operational constraints. Current AFIP regulations.

TAX SYSTEMS OF ARGENTINA, URUGUAY, BRAZIL, CHILE, COLOMBIA, PARAGUAY, SPAIN AND THE USA
Global income. Local income. Particularities of taxes on income, wealth and consumption.

NATIONAL TAX PLANNING
Tax credits: how to mitigate them. Inflation: its effect on taxes and inflation adjustments, its evolution and current status. Sales and replacements. Third-sector companies. Reporting requirements. Current regulations.

INTERNATIONAL TAX PLANNING
Aspects to consider before initial investment. Financing the investment. Taxation of repatriated income. Expatriation policies. Instruments in international tax planning. Branch, subsidiary, or joint venture. Investment through a holding company.
The limits of legitimate tax planning and special and general anti-abuse clauses. Impact by country: Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Spain, Paraguay, and the USA.

THE TRANSFER PRICING TAX REGIME
Base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) measures. Planning before and after Covid-19.
Financial operations. Intangible assets. Back Office services. Commodity exports.
Cooperating and non-cooperative jurisdictions. BONT jurisdictions. Sanctions regime. Substance. Impact by country: Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Spain, Paraguay, and the USA.

TAX RESIDENCE
Requirements for compliance. Loss of residency. Dual residency. Tax planning for individuals. Origin and concept of the Trust. Uses or purpose of the Trust. Requirements and necessary elements of the Trust. The tax residency of the Trust and double taxation treaties. Establishment of the Trust. Tax effects on the sector. Tax effects on the beneficiary. Tax effects on individuals. Income obtained by the Trust.

DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Tax planning opportunities for futures, forwards, options, swaps, and other derivatives. Trusts. Mutual funds. Difference between open-end and closed-end mutual funds. Leasing. International leasing, tax framework, analysis of double taxation agreements containing tax exemptions.

TAX PLANNING IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY, FINTECH AND CRYPTOCURRENCY
Services provided to residents and non-residents. International payments and collections. Cryptocurrency exchange. Foreign currency trading. Stablecoins (USDC). Mining revenue. Hard forks and airdrops.

• Dr. Guillermo Poch (Argentina)
• Dr. Darío Rajmilovich (Argentina)
• Dr. Juan Carlos Ferreiro (Argentina)
• Dr. Guillermo Poch (Argentina)
• Dr. Raúl Giacomini (Uruguay)
• Dr. Paula Mora (Chile)
• Dr. Miguel Rodríguez (Mexico)
• Dr. Raúl Menco (Colombia)
• Dr. Alexandre Guimaraes (Brazil)
• Dr. Rafael Heisecke (Paraguayan)

If a participant requests to withdraw up to 5 business days before the start of classes, the registration fee for reserving a place will not be refunded, but the amount paid as tuition/fees will be refunded. (*)

Students who drop out during the course (withdrawal or suspension of studies) will not be entitled to a refund of their tuition fees. 50% of the amount paid will be refunded, provided that the number of class hours attended does not exceed 30% of the total course hours. (*)

  •  (*) A 5% administrative fee will be deducted from the amount subject to refund.

DIRECTOR

 

GUILLERMO POCH

He specializes in local and international tax consulting, tax planning, finance, and structuring of national and international transactions. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the University of Buenos Aires , he holds a Master's degree in Finance and Tax Law from the University of Belgrano . He is an active member of the Argentine Association of Fiscal Studies and the International Fiscal Association.

With extensive experience in national and international companies, she has led departments related to income tax and international taxation, and has taught at renowned universities. Currently, she dedicates her expertise to training professionals in the tax, legal, financial, and accounting fields, promoting tax education and the development of high-performing teams.

In addition, he regularly contributes to specialized and general-interest media outlets, such as Diario La Nación, Ámbito Financiero, El Cronista Comercial, and Forbes Argentina , providing analysis, opinions, and interviews on current tax issues and future prospects. He is a member of the Academic Committee of the Revista de Derecho Tributario (Tax Law Review) published by Editores Argentina and participates in tax committees of various chambers of commerce.

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