Course Modules

Module 1: Taxpayer Identification Systems

• Registration requirements
• National identification integration
• Issuance of Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs)
• Case Study: Reforming taxpayer registration systems

Module 2: Data Management and Validation

• Accuracy and completeness of taxpayer records
• Integrating multiple data sources
• Addressing duplicates and inconsistencies
• Case Study: Data cleaning exercise in tax administration

Module 3: Compliance Risk Management

• Identifying and profiling taxpayers
• Non-filers vs. under-reporters
• Segmentation and prioritization
• Case Study: Risk-based compliance in urban municipalities

Module 4: Compliance Strategies and Enforcement

• Voluntary vs. enforced compliance
• Penalties and sanctions
• Education and awareness campaigns
• Case Study: Impact of taxpayer education in improving compliance

Module 5: Monitoring and Reporting Compliance

• Dashboards and compliance KPIs
• Trend analysis and forecasting
• Feedback and taxpayer support
• Case Study: Using analytics to monitor SME compliance