Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit examines the internationally important area of Base Erosion Profit Shifting (BEPS) and transfer pricing. It looks at fundamental sources applicable to BEPS and transfer pricing; examines the BEPS debate in detail; examines the arm's length principle in detail; examines how to carry out a functional analysis; considers transfer pricing methods; examines the issue of comparability; considers various specific transactions; and examines transfer pricing and permanent establishment and considers compliance and dispute resolution issues in a transfer pricing context.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Non-standard teaching period UWA (Perth) Face to face - Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate a thorough understanding of the core principles of transfer pricing including methods, the arm's length principle and functional analysis; (2) critically analyse the issue of comparability; (3) apply knowledge of the sources of authority in transfer pricing globally; (4) apply transfer pricing methods to a range of transactions including permanent establishments; (5) critically evaluate issues in relation to compliance with transfer pricing rules and dispute settlement; (6) apply appropriate research methods to answer complex questions in relation to the transfer pricing, and find, understand and apply a wide range of legal and academic sources to transfer pricing issues; (7) effectively communicate, both in writing and orally, their analyses and conclusions in relation to transfer pricing; and (8) organise their work effectively and work autonomously, and reflect upon and use feedback.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) research essay; (2) examination; and (3) in-class presentation and participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Professor Nolan Sharkey
- Unit rules
- Advisable prior study
- previous study
or knowledge of tax law is strongly advised
- Contact hours
- This unit will run 11-15 August 2025. Attendance at all sessions is compulsory.
- Texts
Essential texts can be found on the Essential Textbooks website
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.