An innovative program inspired by the Bookstein Institute to help meet the career goals of midcareer tax professionals.

T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

The Master of Science in Taxation Program . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Faculty 6 - 7Cohort Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9About California State University, Northridge . . . . . . . . . . . 10About the College of Business and Economics . . . . . . . . . . . 11About The Tseng College of Extended Learning . . . . . . . . . 12About the Bookstein Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

“This program is exactly what we need! A superbly designed curriculum for mid-level professionals. Tax professionals need to build strong written communication skills, and this “Skills-Based Program” combines written communication with research skill building. Tax professionals need to be technicians, too. A master’s degree from Northridge — a school known for its quality accounting program — will no doubt enhance the career achievements of any tax professional. A great program — centrally located in the San Fernando Valley — you could not ask for more!

—Thomas A. Pucci, Partner – State & Local Tax, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, LLP

The Master of Science in Taxation

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The Master of Science in Taxation is offered by the College of Business and Economics in collaboration with the Tseng College of Extended Learning. The degree was created to meet the needs of those employed in the field of taxation who may require an advanced

degree to achieve their career goals and to excel in their profession.

The program prepares students to be professional tax advisers and consultants, as well as leading practitioners in both the private and public sectors.

Why a Master’s Degree?Given the ever-increasing complexity of the field of taxation, it is becoming much more difficult for practitioners with bachelor’s degrees to succeed in their careers. In addition, those lacking advanced degrees often find that their earning potentials are limited.

According to the Robert Half 2006 Salary Guide, public accountants’ annual salaries ranged from $42,750 to $60,000 in large firms for individuals with one to three years of experience. Individuals with a master’s degree earned up to ten percent more.

This 18-month program provides the advanced knowledge in taxation and strong grounding in technical skills necessary for promotion to more senior positions and higher salaries in this complex, growing and rewarding profession.

“This program will enable graduates to hone their abilities to identify, research and effectively communicate solutions to challenging tax problems within an environment that fosters professional relationships with other students as well as with prominent and leading faculty-practitioners.”

—Sandy Kadekian, Tax Partner, Grant Thornton

The Master of Science in Taxation program at CSUN will provide an opportunity to strengthen the professional skills of the students and partner with tax professionals in the community.

—Internal Revenue Service

Paul Cordova, Director of Field Operations LMSB, NR&C, Los Angeles, California

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Distinguishing FeaturesSkills-Based Focus: The program focuses on developing writing and research skills essential for the growth and success of today’s tax practitioner.

Midcareer Professional Student Body: The cutting-edge program in taxation is tailored to prepare midcareer professionals to advance in the field.

Cohort Format: The program is offered in a cohort format and offers students such advantages as limited class size, guaranteed enrollment in every class, and the excitement of seminar education. The cohort format provides opportunities for maximizing interac-tion with the faculty and developing networking relationships with their fellow students. The cohort format is structured so that each succeeding course builds on what was covered in earlier courses. Also, the class schedule is predetermined for the entire program.

Convenient scheduling: Generally, classes meet one evening per week and one Saturday per month. No classes are scheduled for the several weeks prior to the April, September and October tax deadlines.

Practitioner-Faculty: Courses are taught primarily by leading practitioners in the field some of whom are also California State University, Northridge faculty. This blend of active experience and outstanding scholarship in the field of taxation adds immeasurably to the learning experience.

Practice-Oriented: The program integrates theory and practice throughout the curriculum. For example, students have the option at the end of their program to participate in either a Tax Challenge Project or a Federal Tax Clinic. Each of these clinical seminars serves to integrate the material learned in the program as well as to provide stu-dents with a unique opportunity to gain valuable practical experience.

Tax Planning Focus: The program incorporates a seminar on con-temporary tax planning issues in several key local industries.

External Connections: The Bookstein Institute facilitates advanced tax education, research projects and scholarships and attracts outside support from business professionals and leaders. Both the program and the Bookstein Institute are committed to developing mutually beneficial relationships with the business community which allow for networking opportunities and exchanges of knowledge.

Accreditation: The tax program is offered through the College of Business and Economics, which is accredited by the leading business school accrediting agency, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), as well as by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Program Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of the program, our graduates will be able to:

■ Apply their conceptual understanding of taxation to both Apply their conceptual understanding of taxation to both Astructured and unstructured problems.

■ Communicate their analysis of complex taxation problems clearly and effectively in writing.

■ Research tax literature for both structured and unstructured problems.

■ Analyze and solve tax problems through the application of critical thinking skills.

■ Recognize and analyze ethical and professional responsibility issues in tax practice.

■ Conduct comprehensive analytical reviews of client tax returns.

A V I S I O N A RY G I F T

Alumnus Harvey Bookstein, founder of RBZ LLP, and his wife, Harriet, have created the Harvey and Harriet Bookstein Chair in Taxation and the Bookstein Institute for Higher Education in Taxation. The gift is one of Cal State Northridge’s largest from an alumnus and has made possible the first endowed chair in the College of Business and Economics.

Mr. Bookstein graduated in 1970 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. In 1975, he founded Roth, Bookstein & Zaslow, the accounting and business consulting firm that later became RBZ, LLP. He has served as the managing partner for more than 23 years.

“I am in the business of ensuring that my clients succeed and prosper. I hope that by establishing this chair and institute, which will support resources for the faculty and scholarships for the students, I can help Cal State Northridge business faculty and students to do the same,” Bookstein says.

Through Harvey and Harriet’s generosity and support, the M.S. in Taxation program provides a number of scholarships to students who demonstrate excellence and promise. For more information, please visit our website: http//tsengcollege.csun.edu/taxation.

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Continuing EducationEach course provides continuing education credit hours for CPAs.

Tuition Tuition for the program is $625 per unit. Th e total tuition cost of the program is $18,750. Th e other required fee is a $55 nonrefundable application fee.

Financial AidFinancial aid is available. To obtain a federal loan, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by June 30, 2007. To fi le FAFSA electronically, please visit www.fafsa.ed.gov. Th rough various federal programs, U.S. citizens may borrow up to $18,500 per year for graduate study.

If you have questions about fi nancial aid, contact LaJuan Steels at lajuan.r.steels@csun.edu or call (818) 677-7523.

Application deadline: May 15, 2007

For More InformationTo learn more about the program, please contact Dr. Rafi Efrat, Director of the M.S. in Taxation, at (818) 677-3967.

Email: rafi .efrat@csun.edu

Web: http://tsengcollege.csun.edu/taxation

“This program offers tremendous value in fostering professional relationships with other students as well as with prominent and leading faculty-practitioners.”

—Alan B. Griffith, CPA, M.S., (Tax) Partner, Stonefield Josephson, Inc.

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A DV I S O RY A N D P RO G R A M P L A N N I N G B OA R D

Harvey BooksteinManaging Partner, RBZ, LLP

Paul CordovaDirector of Field Operations LMSB, NR&C, Internal Revenue Service

Jim DeBreePartner, Deloitte & Touche, LLP

Keith DolabsonManaging Director, Partner, WTAS

Michael S. FredlenderMichael S. Fredlender, CPA, A Professional Corporation

Alan B. GriffithDirector of Tax Services, Stonefield Josephson, Inc.

Robert GrimesPartner, Ernst & Young, LLP

Robert JohnsonPartner, McGladrey & Pullen

Sandy KadekianTax Partner, Grant Thornton, LLP

John E. KarayanProfessor, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Moshe J. KushmanTax Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, LLP

Craig MorrisPartner, KPMG

David L. RiceDavid Lee Rice, A Professional Corporation

Charlie OsakiPrincipal, RBZ, LLP

Tom A. PucciPartner, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, LLP

Todd R. ReinsteinMember, Valensi, Rose, Magaram, Morris & Murphy, PLC

Jacob SteinPartner, Boldra, Klueger & Stein, LLP

Norm TamkinPartner, Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt, LLP

Jeff M. TolinPrincipal, Ernst & Young, LLP

James WaltersCPA, Chairman, Kellogg & Andelson

Marc J. Wolf, CPAManaging Principal, Rothstein, Kass & Company, P.C.

Requirements for the DegreeTo earn the M.S. in Taxation, candidates must complete 30 units of coursework (as described below) with at least a 3.0 grade point average. As our cohort program is designed to be a comprehensive program level experience with one course building on another and assignments related to one another across courses, waiver and transfer of courses are not permitted.

Core Skills (3 Units)ACCT 610: Tax Research and CommunicationIn this foundation course, students will begin developing critical skills in researching and critically interpreting tax authority. They will also acquire and develop the spe-cialized oral and written communication skills needed to interact internally and externally with clients and government agencies. This course will also introduce students to the professional responsibilities and ethical dilemmas that face tax practitioners in today’s challeng-ing and increasingly complex professional environment.

Core Knowledge (15 Units)These five courses provide in-depth knowledge of key areas in the field of taxation. Each course integrates tax research, written communication and critical thinking skills with the curriculum and pedagogy. Certain courses also integrate skills in analytical review, compilation and oral communication and provide advanced instruction in professional ethics and responsibilities.

Course Descriptions

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ACCT 620: Income Tax Concepts and Their Business ApplicationsThis course covers basic tax law concepts that affect business and investment management situations. Topics include tax alternatives in business organizations, tax policy management, and compliance with government directives.

ACCT 629: Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders IIncome tax principles relating to organization, capital structure and operations of a corporation are examined as well as the tax effects of corporate distributions, stock redemptions and liquidations on shareholders.

ACCT 633: Income Taxation of PartnershipsStudents learn about the tax principles that apply to the formation, operation and liquidation of partnerships, including the effects of the transfer of partnership interests and transactions between the partnership and its partners.

ACCT 640: Accounting Methods and Periods This course covers comparative principles of tax and financial accounting as they relate to individuals, corpo-rations, partnerships, estates and trusts. The allocation of income tax expense for financial statement purposes is also examined.

ACCT 645: Federal Tax ProcedureAdministrative procedures for settling tax controversies, rules governing tax collection and criminal prosecution, and the rights of taxpayers are among the topics explored in this course.

Fields of Specializations (9 Units)(Course offerings are subject to change.)

ACCT 631: Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders IIThis continuation course examines tax principles involved in the division, reorganization, combination and affiliation of corporations as well as the tax effects of these actions on shareholders.

ACCT 635: Family Wealth Preservation: Income Taxation of Estates and TrustsThis course focuses on the income tax principles involved in the operation of estates and trusts, including special types of trusts such as grantor and employee trusts. The taxation of grantors, descendants and beneficiaries is also explored.

ACCT 661: State and Local TaxesStudents gain an understanding of the structure of state and local taxes; the principles governing income, sales, property and other taxes levied by state and local governments; and the interrelationship of state, local and federal taxes.

Tax Planning Focus (2 Units)ACCT 650: Contemporary Tax Planning Issues SeminarStudents participate in a seminar focusing on contem-porary tax planning issues affecting local industries.

Culminating Experience (1 Unit)As part of their culminating experience, students have the option of participating in either a Tax Challenge Project or a Federal Tax Clinic.

ACCT 698A: Tax Challenge Project This project requires the student to conduct in-depth tax research relating to a complex, hypothetical tax problem, then draft and present a report in which the issues are analyzed and a sound course of remedial action is proposed.

ACCT 698B: Tax ClinicThe tax clinic requires the student to assist a small business that is facing an audit by a federal or state tax agency through research and writing a proposal for handling the situation successfully.

Course Descriptions

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Rafi Efrat, CPA, J.D., J.S.M., J.S.D.Director, M.S. in Taxation program, Associate Professor, Accounting and Information Systems

After becoming a certified public accountant in Illinois, Dr. Efrat obtained his law degree from the University of Southern California and practiced law for five years. He became a teaching fellow for two years at Stanford Law School, where he taught legal research and writing and subsequently earned a master’s in law degree (J.S.M.) and a doctor of science of law degree (J.S.D.) from Stanford Law School and a bachelor of science degree in accounting from California State University, Northridge. He joined California State University, Northridge in joined California State University, Northridge in the fall of 1999. He teaches Tax Research and Communication.

Sharyn M. Fisk, J.D., LLMAssociate, Hochman, Salkin, Rettig, Toscher & Perez, P.C.

Professor Fisk specializes in civil tax and criminal tax controversy. She earned her J.D. from Rutgers

University School of Law—Newark and her LLM in taxation from New York University School of Law. She is also a certified specialist in taxation law, The State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization; a member of the executive committee for the Taxation Section, State Bar of California; secretary of the Taxation Procedure Committee of the Taxation Section, Los Angeles County Bar Association; and a member of the Standards of Tax Practice Committee

of the Taxation Section, American Bar Association. of the Taxation Section, American Bar Association. She also coauthors a quarterly update on Important She also coauthors a quarterly update on Important Civil Tax Controversy Developments for the ABA Civil Tax Controversy Developments for the ABA Section of Taxation. Professor Fisk is admitted to Section of Taxation. Professor Fisk is admitted to practice before the U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. District practice before the U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. District Court for the Central and Southern Districts of Court for the Central and Southern Districts of California, the U.S. Court of Claims, and the U.S. California, the U.S. Court of Claims, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. She has also Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. She has also been an attorney-advisor for the Honorable Maurice been an attorney-advisor for the Honorable Maurice B. Foley, United States Tax Court.B. Foley, United States Tax Court.

Robert Johnson, CPA, M.S. (Taxation)Partner, McGladrey and Pullen Partner, McGladrey and Pullen

Professor Johnson is a managing Professor Johnson is a managing director with RSM McGladrey’s director with RSM McGladrey’s State and Local Tax (SALT)

practice. He has more than 15 years experience serving the state and local tax needs of a wide variety of clients, ranging from publicly held Fortune 500 companies to privately held emerging growth firms. Prior to joining RSM McGladrey in 2006, he worked with a national team at a Big Four firm. He holds a master of science degree in taxation from Golden Gate University and a bachelor of science in accounting from California State University, San Bernadino. He teaches State and Local Taxes.

Sandy M. Kadekian, CPA, M.S. (Taxation)Tax Partner, Grant Thornton, LLP

Professor Kadekian has more than 20 years of tax experience in public accounting. A Tax

Partner at Grant Thornton, LLP, she serves middle-market public and private companies, which include consolidated corporations, S corporations and partnerships. She provides broad income tax planning through services such as accounting methods review and Section 199 implementation, and FAS 109 consulting. She teaches Accounting Methods and Periods.

John E. Karayan, J.D., Ph.D.Professor, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Dr. Karayan has been a Professor of Taxation at California State Polytechnic University in Pomona

since 1991, teaching in the area of tax research and strategic business tax planning. He obtained his law degree from the University of Southern California Law Center and his Ph.D. from Claremont Graduate School. He remains active outside of academia as an expert witness on accounting issues in complex busi-ness litigation. His books include Strategic Business Tax Planning and State and Local Taxation: Planning and Principles. Dr. Karayan is a frequent lecturer to various professional groups, including the World Trade Institute, California Continuing Education of the Bar, the California Society of CPAs, and the Beverly Hills Bar Association. He is also a member of the advisory board to the executive director of the California Franchise Tax Board and a former mem-ber of the State of California Taxation Law Advisory Commission. He teaches Income Tax Concepts and their Business Applications.

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Craig Morris, CPA, M.S. (Taxation)Tax Partner, KPMG

Professor Morris is a Tax Partner in KPMG LLP’s Warner Center office and has been a member of the West

Area tax practice for more than 22 years. He has a wide range of experience with clients involved in retail, distribution and manufacturing industries for both public and privately held companies. Professor Morris specializes in tax accounting methods and serves as the West Area leader for KPMG LLP’s Tax Accounting Methods practice. His experience also includes extensive experience with large corporate federal and state con-solidated tax issues including income tax compliance and consulting. Professor Morris holds a master of sci-ence degree in taxation from Golden Gate University and bachelor of science degree in accounting from Pepperdine University. He teaches Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders.

Todd Reinstein, Esq., CPA, J.D.Professor Emeritus, Accounting and Information Systems, Member, Valensi, Rose, Magaram, Morris & Murphy, PL

Professor Reinstein has more than 40 years of tax practice experience

specializing in the field of trust and estate tax. He obtained his accounting and law degrees from UCLA and is a CPA and licensed attorney in California. Law and Politics Magazine and the publishers of Los Angeles Magazine have named him a “Super Lawyer” among Southern California attorneys for 2006 and 2007. Professor Reinstein is a Certified Specialist, Taxation

Law, from the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. He is currently a member at Valensi, Rose, Magaram, Morris & Murphy, PLC. He teaches Income Taxation of Estates and Trusts.

David Lee Rice, J.D., LLM (Taxation)

Professor Rice has been in private practice for more than twenty-five years. He graduated from Loyola Law School, cum laude, and earned

his LLM in taxation from the University of San Diego. Prior to law school, he worked for the accounting firm of Coopers & Lybrand. Professor Rice is a certified spe-cialist in taxation with the State Bar of California and is a member of the tax section of the Legal Specialization Advisory Commission to the State Bar of California. He has published numerous articles in the Journal of Taxation, the Estate Planning Journal, Practicing Law Institute, Los Angeles Lawyer, California Tax Lawyer, and the Daily Journal and Tax Notes. He has drafted three papers for the IRS and the Department of Treasury concerning substantive changes to the tax code and has testified before the IRS, the Department of Treasury, the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee. In addition, he was list-ed as a Super Lawyer in Los Angeles Magazine for 2006 and for 2007. Professor Rice teaches Partnership Tax.

Jacob Stein, Esq., J.D., LLM (Taxation)Partner, Boldra, Klueger and Stein, LLP

Professor Stein is a partner with the law firm Boldra, Klueger and Stein, LLP. The firm’s practice is limited to

domestic and international tax planning, tax controversy and litigation, estate planning and asset protection. Mr. Stein received his law degree from the University of Southern California and his master’s of law in taxation from Georgetown University. He has been accredited by the State Bar of California as a certified tax law specialist and is admitted to practice in California and before the Tax Court. Mr. Stein is a frequent lecturer to various attorney and accountants professional groups and is an instructor with the California CPA Education Foundation. He chairs the tax section of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association. He teaches the Contemporary Tax Planning Issues Seminar.

Jeffrey M. Tolin, J.D., LLM (Taxation)Tax Principal, Ernst & Young, LLP

Professor Tolin is a senior tax prin-cipal at Ernst & Young, LLP, in Los Angeles and has more than 30

years of public accounting and corporate experience. Professor Tolin has extensive experience serving compa-nies engaged in motion picture production, distribution and exhibition, television broadcasting and cable and video operations. He also has extensive international and domestic corporate tax experience including merg-ers, acquisitions and reorganizations. He received his B.S. from New York University in Accounting, his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and his L.L.M. in Tax from New York University. He is a member of the Motion Picture and Television Tax Institute, and a Member of the New York State Bar Association. Professor Tolin has published several books and articles and is frequent lec-turer to various professional groups. He teaches Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders.

Cohort Schedule, 2007–2009*

Semester 1: October 23, 2007 – February 26, 2008

Course Start Date End Date Meeting Time/Frequency

Accounting 610: Tax Research and Communication October 23, 2007 December 11, 2007 Tuesdays, weekly, 6–10 p.m.

Accounting 620: Income Tax Concepts and Their Business Application

October 27, 2007 January 12, 2008Saturdays, monthly, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (October 27, November 17, December 15 and January 12)

Accounting 629: Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders I

January 8, 2008 February 26, 2008 Tuesdays, weekly, 6–10 p.m.

Semester 2: April 22, 2008 – August 8, 2008

Course Start Date End Date Meeting Time/Frequency

Accounting 631: Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders II

April 22, 2008 June 13, 2008 Tuesdays, weekly, 6–10 p.m.

Accounting 633: Income Taxation of Partnerships April 26, 2008 July 26, 2008Saturdays, monthly, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (April 26, May 24, June 21 and July 26)

Accounting 640: Accounting Methods and Periods June 16, 2008 August 8, 2008 Tuesdays, weekly, 6–10 p.m.

Semester 3: October 21, 2008 – March 7, 2009

Course Start Date End Date Meeting Time/Frequency

Accounting 661: State and Local Taxes October 21, 2008 December 9, 2008 Tuesdays, weekly, 6–10 p.m.

Accounting 635: Income Taxation of Estates & Trusts January 6, 2009 February 24, 2009 Tuesdays, weekly, 6–10 p.m.

Accounting 645: Federal Tax Procedure October 25, 2008 January 10, 2009Saturdays, monthly, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (October 25, November 15, December 13 and January 10)

Accounting 650: Contemporary Tax Planning Issues in Taxation

January 24, 2009 February 21, 2009Three Saturdays 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (January 24, February 7 and February 21)

Accounting 698: Culminating Experience March 3, 2009 March 7, 2009One Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and one Tuesday, 6–10 p.m.

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Earn your master’s degree in taxation in just 18 months!

*Schedule is subject to change.

How to Apply for this Program

To be admitted to the program, prior to May 15, 2007 an applicant must:1. Submit a formal online application (http://tsengcollege.csun.edu/

apply.html) by using “Easy App.”

2. Complete a personal statement describing:(a) How your professional, academic, or personal background

fits well with the M.S. in Taxation program of CSUN(b) How an M.S. in Taxation will assist you advance in

your career3. Submit two letters of recommendation from professors

or supervisors.

4. Submit an official transcript sent directly from each educational institution attended to CSUN in a sealed envelope (CSUN transcripts are not required.) No copies of transcripts are accepted. Transcripts must be originals. The applicant must contact each college or university attended and request that an official transcript of the applicant’s academic history be sent to

The Master of Science in TaxationRegistration and Client ServicesCalifornia State University, NorthridgeThe Tseng College of Extended Learning18111 Nordhoff StreetNorthridge, California 91330-8343

5. Concurrent with the above, send a check made out to California State University, Northridge in the amount of $55 as a nonrefundable application fee to The Tseng College of Extended Learning, CSUN, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge CA 91330-8343.

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Admission CriteriaGiven our small class size, admission to this program is highly selective. The ideal candidate would be a midcareer professional committed to pursuing a career in taxation. In addition, the candidate would exhibit ability to collaborate and work effectively with others. Lastly, the candidate must demonstrate previous academic success and a potential to excel in our rigorous program.

For admission, applicants must meet the requirements of the university as listed in the catalog. In addition, applicants must meet the following criteria (GMAT is not required):

Background of the Candidate

B.S in Accounting

B.S. in Business

B.A. or B.S. in a field other than Business

or Accounting

UndergraduateG.P.A.

3.0 3.0 3.0

Prerequisites(Prerequisite courses may be taken at any accredited institution of higher education.)

None Introduction to Federal Taxation

Financial Accounting

Introduction to Federal Taxation

Introduction to Computers

Letters of Reference

Two Two Two

For More InformationTo learn more about the program, please contact Dr. Rafi Efrat:

Phone: (818) 677-3967

Email: rafi .efrat@csun.edu

http://tsengcollege.csun.edu/taxationPlease Note: Foreign applicants must also submit a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least 213 with formal application to the university.

A Model of Higher Education

With enrollment of more than 34,000, California State With enrollment of more than 34,000, California State WUniversity, Northridge (CSUN) is one of the largest WUniversity, Northridge (CSUN) is one of the largest Wuniversities in California, granting approximately 5,000 Wuniversities in California, granting approximately 5,000 Wbaccalaureate and master’s degrees each academic year.

Large numbers of men and women, many the first in their families to attend college, leave CSUN equipped with tools for lifelong transformation. A glance at the university’s alumni roster shows many CEOs, a Federal Reserve Board District president, dozens of best-selling authors, a state governor, Emmy and Golden Globe winners, and even an astronaut – just a snapshot of a large and remarkable group of leaders and innovators.

A look at the dynamic university environment where these alumni got their start reveals best-practice operating principles and performance standards matching those of the many world-class corporate enterprises throughout California. Excellence is expected, modeled and rewarded. Thus, excellence is the outcome.

University faculty, who often lead innovation in their fields, spearhead nationally ranked academic programs. The result is graduates who are both schooled in theory and ready to work. Small class sizes, engender true mentoring between faculty and students. Students interact with and learn from nationally and internationally respected experts who also are great teachers.

Commitment to diversity and accessibility is the norm at this university. CSUN values human potential and recognizes that talent knows no boundaries. Advanced educational technology systems establish CSUN as one of the most modern university campuses in the country.

In a comprehensive assessment, an accreditation team from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) commended CSUN for its accomplishments in its advising program, assessment of educational effectiveness and student learning, exceptional performance in utilizing technology to enhance learning, success in graduating students, and continuous ability to meet and exceed the goals the university has set for itself, while maintaining its high ranking in national surveys. The commission noted, “CSUN continues to provide exceptional quality education to the students of the San Fernando Valley and beyond. The university stands as a model to other public urban institutions of higher-education who have the mission of establishing a learning-centered institution.”

About California State University, Northridge

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About the College of Business and Economics

The College of Business and Economics is one of largest he College of Business and Economics is one of largest business schools in the nation and is accreditated by AACSB, business schools in the nation and is accreditated by AACSB, the highest standard in business and management education.the highest standard in business and management education.

We offer a variety of outstanding academic programs, including We offer a variety of outstanding academic programs, including undergraduate programs in accounting, information systems, undergraduate programs in accounting, information systems, management, marketing, economics, finance, business law, systems management, marketing, economics, finance, business law, systems and operations management, and real estate. Many of our most and operations management, and real estate. Many of our most capable undergraduate students enroll in our honor’s program capable undergraduate students enroll in our honor’s program as a recognition of their demonstrated academic success and as as a recognition of their demonstrated academic success and as a program to encourage their continued academic growth. To a program to encourage their continued academic growth. To broaden and enhance the educational experience of undergraduate broaden and enhance the educational experience of undergraduate students majoring outside of business we offer minors in business, students majoring outside of business we offer minors in business, information systems, quality management and assurance, information systems, quality management and assurance, management, marketing, and economics. At the graduate level management, marketing, and economics. At the graduate level we offer an MBA and, through The Tseng College of Extended we offer an MBA and, through The Tseng College of Extended Learning, an MS in Taxation. All our programs are designed to Learning, an MS in Taxation. All our programs are designed to prepare our students for future careers as leaders in business and prepare our students for future careers as leaders in business and government in the global economy.

Our outstanding faculty are noted for their applied academic research and for their research presentations at national and inter-national conferences throughout the world. Many of our faculty are consultants to business and government and serve on the board of directors of numerous corporations and non-profit organizations.

Our faculty and staff are dedicated to the success of our students. Academic advisement services are provided daily through the Student Services and Advisement/EOP Center.

As an important part of the educational experience of our students, more than a dozen student organizations, including the Accounting Association, Beta Alpha Psi, Latino Business Association, Student Finance Association and others, bring business leaders to campus, provide career opportunity and networking events for students, engage in community service activities, and offer social activities.

Department of Accounting & Information SystemsThe Department of Accounting and Information Systems offers two undergraduate degrees: the bachelor of science in accountancy and bachelor of science in information systems. Both programs are known for being rigorous and have a fine reputation for producing graduates who have both technical proficiency as well as skills in graduates who have both technical proficiency as well as skills in critical thinking, teamwork, and communication.

The department is pleased to now add a third program to its offerings: The Master of Science in Taxation. This new program is designed to fulfill a significant need in the greater Los Angeles area for graduate work in taxation.

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Our Mission

The mission of The Tseng College of Extended Learning is he mission of The Tseng College of Extended Learning is to expand and enhance access by midcareer professionals, to expand and enhance access by midcareer professionals, their employers and the community to the distinguished their employers and the community to the distinguished

scholarship and teaching of the California State University, Northridge faculty as well as to the expertise of practitioners who Northridge faculty as well as to the expertise of practitioners who are nationally and internationally recognized as leaders in their fields. Through excellent and distinctive programs and services, The Tseng College makes a positive impact on the personal and The Tseng College makes a positive impact on the personal and professional lives of participating individuals, the economy of the professional lives of participating individuals, the economy of the state and the success of the organizations and communities that work with the College.

The work of The Tseng College is guided by three core beliefs:

■ Education has the power to transform lives.■ Education has a central role in creating and sustaining free, Education has a central role in creating and sustaining free,

open and caring societies and the viable economies needed to open and caring societies and the viable economies needed to provide a better life for all.

■ The university has a responsibility to create and make The university has a responsibility to create and make accessible exceptional-quality educational programs accessible exceptional-quality educational programs

that enable adults of any age to expand their potential to enhance their own lives and careers, potential to enhance their own lives and careers,

their organizations and communities, and – ultimately – the world we share.

What Distinguishes The Tseng CollegeCarefully and Innovatively Designed Programs: Whether a one-day seminar, an intensive series or a course of study leading to a certificate or degree, our programs are designed to ensure that you achieve your learning goals. Teams of accomplished scholars and teachers, respected practitioners and dedicated specialists in instruc-tional design and adult learning develop our programs, which are regularly reviewed and strengthened to meet changing needs.

Instructional Excellence: The Tseng College works with CSUN’sacademic departments to identify accomplished instructors for each program. Our programs are taught by regular university faculty who have experience working with midcareer professionals, equally distinguished faculty from sister institutions, and practitioners who are well respected in their fields.

A Focus on Learning and Educational Outcomes: The consis-tent achievement of successful learning outcomes is the principal goal that guides our program design as well as the development of assignments and a grading system that enables us to measure the level of mastery for each participant. Our approach ensures that you achieve the stated educational goals and are prepared to put your new knowledge and skills to work in a professional context.

Access and Convenience: If you are a midcareer professional constrained by time and distance, our programs allow you to take advantage of weekend and evening class meetings, multiple-site programs and online learning opportunities.

Extraordinary Versatility: The Tseng College enjoys success because of the exceptional professionalism of our staff and the strong network of regional, national and international relation-ships that we have established with other educational institutions.

About The Tseng College of Extended Learning

The Tseng College of Extended Learning is one of the nine academic colleges of California State University, Northridge. The college enrolls more than 25,000 students per year in a rich array of degree, certificate and other professional development programs.

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Versatile career preparation for the new world of work

About the Bookstein Institute

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The Bookstein Institute for Higher Education in Taxation is the focal point for tax-education within the College of Business and Economics at California State University, Northridge, serving as the hub in the greater

San Fernando Valley for education, scholarship and community service in taxation.San Fernando Valley for education, scholarship and community service in taxation.

Established by Los Angeles philanthropist, founding partner of RBZ, LLP, and Cal Established by Los Angeles philanthropist, founding partner of RBZ, LLP, and Cal State Northridge accounting alumnus Harvey Bookstein and his wife Harriet, the Institute has been instrumental in launching of the Master of Science in Taxation program. The efforts of those involved in the Institute enable us to lay the ground-program. The efforts of those involved in the Institute enable us to lay the ground-work for future programs focused on advancing tax education for professionals in the surrounding area.

The Bookstein Institute provides professional growth and development opportuni-ties through advanced studies in taxation, scholarly research, networking events and service learning projects in taxation. The Institute promotes and supports activities that encourage a greater understanding of the dynamic field of taxation.

The Master of Science in Taxation program at California State University, Northridge, with the support of the Bookstein Institute, will continue to enhance its reputation as a destination program for professionals who excel and strive to enhance their expertise in taxation.

In the photo at left, Mr. and Mrs. Bookstein are shown with the plaque awarded by the University to commemorate the inception of the Bookstein chair and the Bookstein Institute. The plaque reads as follows:

“In recognition of Harvey Bookstein, CPA for his extraordinary generosity and vision and his commitment to his alma mater in establishing the Harvey and Harriet Bookstein Chair and Bookstein Institute for Higher Education in Taxation, College of Business and Economics.”

“I have the responsibility to help my clients achieve success. Making the investment to complete the California State University, Northridge Master of Science in Taxation program will help graduates develop the tools and skills to make this responsibility a reality.”

— Harvey Bookstein