The Structure Of Graduate Tax Programs: Broad-Based Or Concentration In Tax?

Abstract

Graduate tax curriculums range from highly concentrated in tax to broad-based.  This paper examines perceptions of major accounting firms’ employees regarding their tax, research, management, computer, and communication skills.  Perceptions of broad-based graduates did not differ significantly from that of tax-concentrated graduates.  Perceived management skills are greater for graduates with courses in a variety of disciplines.  Perceived computer stills are lower for graduates with technical noncomputer courses.