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Taxation of Superannuation 730616

Objectives

A student who has successfully completed this subject will possess a detailed understanding of the policies, technical rules and current practical problems involved in the taxation of superannuation, through the analysis of specific problems.

 

Syllabus

This subject consists of a detailed examination of the effects of income taxation on superannuation at the contribution, earnings and benefit stages.

Principal topics will include:

  • The Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 (Cth): Introduction to the policy and regulatory framework
  • Taxation of superannuation: Overview of policy and legislative framework
  • Superannuation contributions: Deductions, rebates, compulsory contributions (the Superannuation Guarantee Charge)
  • Taxation of superannuation funds
  • Taxation of lump sum termination payments
  • Taxation of pensions and annuities.
Graham Warren

Shayne Carter

Natalie Gullifer