Tax Policy and Administration for Economic Development Training Course

Tax Policy and Administration for Economic Development Training Course

Introduction

Tax policy and administration are vital drivers of sustainable economic development, fiscal stability, and inclusive growth. In today’s fast-evolving global economy, governments, institutions, and businesses must align tax systems with modern practices to promote revenue mobilization, ensure compliance, and foster equitable distribution of resources. Tax Policy and Administration for Economic Development Training Course is designed to empower professionals with the skills to design, implement, and manage tax systems that enhance governance, transparency, and economic resilience.

Through innovative learning, participants will gain practical insights into taxation strategies, fiscal reforms, international tax standards, digital taxation, and compliance frameworks. The course bridges theory with practice, combining case studies, global best practices, and real-world examples to address critical challenges in tax policy. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped to enhance tax efficiency, strengthen public finance systems, and drive long-term economic growth.

Course Objectives

1. Understand the fundamentals of tax policy and fiscal administration.
2. Analyze the role of taxation in sustainable economic development.
3. Apply modern tax compliance strategies for effective revenue collection.
4. Evaluate international taxation practices and their impact on local economies.
5. Explore digital taxation and e-filing systems for modernization.
6. Strengthen knowledge of tax reforms and fiscal policies.
7. Design tax incentives and exemptions to attract investment.
8. Assess the impact of tax governance and transparency on accountability.
9. Develop skills in taxpayer education and compliance promotion.
10. Implement strategies for combating tax evasion and avoidance.
11. Foster knowledge in public-private collaboration in tax administration.
12. Understand the role of taxation in achieving SDGs and inclusive growth.
13. Apply data-driven analytics to improve tax decision-making.

Target Audiences

1. Government officials in tax authorities and ministries of finance
2. Policy makers and economic advisors
3. Tax administrators and compliance officers
4. Public sector managers and regulators
5. Financial analysts and auditors
6. International development professionals
7. Researchers and academics in economics and taxation
8. Private sector tax consultants and legal experts

Course Duration: 10 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Tax Policy and Administration

• Fundamentals of taxation systems
• Importance of tax in economic development
• Principles of equitable taxation
• Global tax administration models
• Challenges in tax policy implementation
• Case Study: Evolution of tax systems in OECD countries

Module 2: Revenue Mobilization and Economic Growth

• Tax as a tool for fiscal sustainability
• Linking taxation to GDP growth
• Strategies for revenue mobilization
• Tax effort vs tax capacity analysis
• Balancing taxation with investment
• Case Study: Revenue mobilization reforms in Rwanda

Module 3: Fiscal Reforms and Public Finance Management

• Role of fiscal policy in economic planning
• Reforming tax codes for efficiency
• Managing deficits with taxation
• Fiscal decentralization strategies
• Public financial accountability
• Case Study: Fiscal reforms in Latin America

Module 4: International Taxation and Global Standards

• Transfer pricing rules
• Double taxation agreements
• OECD and BEPS initiatives
• Tax treaties and trade agreements
• Cross-border tax compliance
• Case Study: BEPS implementation in African countries

Module 5: Digital Taxation and E-Systems

• E-filing and e-payment platforms
• Digital service taxation
• Blockchain in taxation
• Mobile money taxation
• Cybersecurity in tax administration
• Case Study: Kenya’s digital tax transformation

Module 6: Tax Incentives and Exemptions

• Role of tax incentives in investment
• Designing effective exemptions
• Risks of tax holidays
• Balancing incentives with revenue needs
• Incentives for SMEs and startups
• Case Study: Tax incentives in Singapore

Module 7: Taxpayer Education and Awareness

• Building taxpayer trust
• Communication strategies
• Role of civic education
• Technology in taxpayer outreach
• Community tax campaigns
• Case Study: Taxpayer education programs in Ghana

Module 8: Combating Tax Evasion and Avoidance

• Identifying tax evasion schemes
• Role of forensic audits
• Closing loopholes in tax codes
• Cross-border tax evasion issues
• Legal frameworks for enforcement
• Case Study: Panama Papers impact on global tax reforms

Module 9: Tax Governance and Transparency

• Good governance in tax systems
• Anti-corruption frameworks
• Public accountability mechanisms
• Tax audits and oversight institutions
• Open data in taxation
• Case Study: Transparency reforms in Scandinavian countries

Module 10: Taxation for Inclusive Development

• Progressive vs regressive taxation
• Gender-sensitive tax policies
• Taxation for poverty alleviation
• Social equity in fiscal policy
• Financing social programs through taxation
• Case Study: Inclusive tax reforms in Brazil

Module 11: Tax Policy and Investment Climate

• Relationship between taxation and FDI
• Business-friendly tax environments
• Corporate taxation models
• Small business tax regimes
• Impact of tax burdens on competitiveness
• Case Study: Tax reforms boosting investment in UAE

Module 12: Data-Driven Tax Administration

• Role of big data in taxation
• Predictive analytics in compliance
• AI and automation in audits
• Digital dashboards for monitoring
• Risk-based compliance strategies
• Case Study: Data-driven compliance in Estonia

Module 13: Tax Policy in Emerging Economies

• Challenges in low-income countries
• Informal sector taxation
• Building domestic resource mobilization
• Aligning taxation with development plans
• Lessons from emerging markets
• Case Study: Informal sector taxation in Nigeria

Module 14: Public-Private Collaboration in Taxation

• Partnerships in compliance promotion
• Business associations and tax advocacy
• Collaborative audits
• Taxpayer-chartered rights
• Multi-stakeholder tax initiatives
• Case Study: PPP in tax collection in Tanzania

Module 15: Future of Tax Policy and Administration

• Trends in global taxation
• Digital economies and tax shifts
• Climate-related taxation policies
• Sustainable green taxation models
• Taxation and the SDGs
• Case Study: Carbon taxation in European Union

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures with expert-led discussions
• Case study analysis from global and regional contexts
• Group exercises and role plays to simulate real tax scenarios
• Practical workshops on tax reform design and implementation
• Digital tools and simulations for tax administration and compliance

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@datastatresearch.org or call +254724527104 

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

 We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to DATASTAT CONSULTANCY LTD account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.