ADIT (Advanced Diploma in International Taxation)

Has anyone heard of it or done it?

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Hello all,

I was wondering if anyone here has heard of the above diploma? It's being promoted by CIOT and ACCA and looks interesting but does it actually give you anything in the way of more money at the end of the month or is it the tax equivalent of a diploma in "Media Studies"? (I doubt it judging by who is promoting it)

I'm an ACCA and have one exam left on ATT to complete so any thoughts would be appreciated,

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By lionofludesch
21st Sep 2019 16:01

Nice to have but, if you're looking at it as a means to earn more money, you probably need to look at your current client base and see what potential is there. They're your most likely market.

Alternatively, consider whether there's mileage in projecting yourself as a consultant to other firms, either locally or further afield.

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By Richard Grant
21st Sep 2019 16:29

I'm in exam mode so may just knock it off for the additional knowledge. The consultant idea is a good one.

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By weuk
22nd Oct 2019 13:02

Have heard of it and have followed it for a few years, even witnessed the change in their exam approach and syllabus a few years ago, as I considered doing it but then settled for something more manageable. Since the change they have tried to promote it more actively and if you look at the exam results the exams are usually taken by the people from all over the globe BUT then again they might have done it to learn UK tax or specialise in UK Tax.

In your case you will have to decide the tax regime you want to study under ADIT, I am sure you will not go for UK tax after doing ATT as it will be waste of time and money to be honest.

I wanted to do it and study for US or some European country's tax (Brexit changed that). US still an option though as I have clients who would love me to help them with their US tax issues too but I will think twice before embarking on this as personally not sure if I can take this much on board.

I suggest you look at the syllabus (I do it every few months!) try and see if it fits what you want to do and see if you can manage. If so then go ahead. Being a small practitioner I would think twice before doing it based on the scope of work I would get or advertise!

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By chicken farmer
22nd Sep 2019 09:12

If you had done your own research and checked the CIOT website, you would know that the 'I' in 'ADIT' refers to International, so I doubt it this is for you, at least at this stage of your career.

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By Richard Grant
23rd Sep 2019 07:35

Yes I missed that out but the question is still valid, had you heard of it? Clearly not or you wouldn't have had to look it up on the CIOT website.

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By lionofludesch
23rd Sep 2019 07:56

Richard Grant wrote:

Yes I missed that out but the question is still valid, had you heard of it? Clearly not or you wouldn't have had to look it up on the CIOT website.

He didn't say he had to.

He implied that you didn't.

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By Richard Grant
23rd Sep 2019 08:23

So I typed the question and missed that out. But as I said the question is still valid, has anyone heard of it or done it? Clearly not.

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By lionofludesch
23rd Sep 2019 08:33

I've heard of it. But it's of no interest to me.

The advice I gave you also stands. Can you get the business ? Only you can decide.

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By Paul D Utherone
23rd Sep 2019 08:45

Richard Grant wrote:

So I typed the question and missed that out. But as I said the question is still valid, has anyone heard of it or done it? Clearly not.

I've heard of it and know of at least three people who have it. Even considered it myself.

I don't think it is something you can just dash off to get some more letters. It requires rather more than that and if you're not working in the international field is probably not something to just do unless you are aiming to specialise

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By Richard Grant
23rd Sep 2019 11:21

Thanks, it's something I've always been interested in and I would expect it's not a quick result.

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By The Dullard
23rd Sep 2019 12:12

I haven't had to look it up on the CIOT website. I know what it is, and if you're still doing ATT you're not ready for it. Until, and unless, you get through CTA, it'[s not even something you should even be considering.

Also bear in mind some of the training suggested (in place of a formal course of study) are lectures from Taxation MSc/LLM courses., and you've not done any proper professional exams yet.

Did you bother reading the prospectus and 5h1t before posting?

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By Richard Grant
23rd Sep 2019 13:35

I am a qualified ACCA and this was recommended to me by ACCA so maybe you should read and possibly your name is appropriate.

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By The Dullard
23rd Sep 2019 13:51

As I say, you haven't done any proper professional exams yet. Maybe once you've done CTA you'll be able to assess your competence to take on ADIT, and your need for it.

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By Richard Grant
23rd Sep 2019 14:01

You don't consider ACCA as professional exams? All I was trying to do was see if someone on here had done the ADIT course to discuss it, from the responses I've received I would assume this is the wrong forum to ask.

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By The Dullard
23rd Sep 2019 14:07

I said "proper" professional exams. ACA/ACCA is a walk in the park., quite frankly.

You seem to know it all though. What do you think?

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By Dib
23rd Sep 2019 16:57

I've heard of it and know people who have done it in Big 4/Top 10 land but those people were international tax specialists not general practitioners or even 'just' tax specialists. The problem with doing this sort of thing, unless you do intend to specialise in international tax, is that is is of little relevance and anything you learn will swiftly become forgotten - a lot of effort for no real reward except for a few more letters after your name.

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By Matrix
23rd Sep 2019 19:52

I doubt anyone recruiting for an international tax role would be looking for this qualification.

I was always asked international tax questions at the interview instead.

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