Mastering Research and Development Tax Credits: Maximizing Claims and Minimizing Risk
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of research and development (R&D) tax credits, enabling them to maximize claims and minimize risk. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.
Course Features - Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content
- Personalized learning approach
- Practical and real-world applications
- High-quality content developed by expert instructors
- Certificate issued upon completion
- Flexible learning schedule
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
- Community-driven learning environment
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons for easy learning
- Lifetime access to course materials
- Gamification and progress tracking features
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to R&D Tax Credits
- Overview of R&D tax credits
- History and evolution of R&D tax credits
- Types of R&D tax credits
- Benefits of R&D tax credits
- Common misconceptions about R&D tax credits
Module 2: Eligibility and Qualification
- Eligibility criteria for R&D tax credits
- Qualifying activities and projects
- Types of expenses that qualify for R&D tax credits
- Documentation requirements for R&D tax credits
- Case studies: Eligibility and qualification scenarios
Module 3: R&D Tax Credit Calculation
- Overview of R&D tax credit calculation
- Gross receipts and qualified research expenses
- Base amount and incremental research expenses
- Alternative simplified credit (ASC) method
- Regular credit method
Module 4: Claim Preparation and Submission
- Preparing and submitting R&D tax credit claims
- Form 6765: Credit for Increasing Research Activities
- Form 8820: Credit for Qualified Retirement Savings Contributions
- Common errors and pitfalls in claim preparation
- Best practices for claim submission
Module 5: Audit and Examination
- Overview of R&D tax credit audit and examination
- IRS audit procedures and guidelines
- Common audit issues and challenges
- Documentation and record-keeping requirements
- Best practices for audit preparation and defense
Module 6: State and International R&D Tax Credits
- Overview of state R&D tax credits
- State-by-state comparison of R&D tax credits
- International R&D tax credits
- OECD and EU R&D tax credit initiatives
- Global R&D tax credit trends and developments
Module 7: Advanced Topics in R&D Tax Credits
- Patent box regimes and R&D tax credits
- Transfer pricing and R&D tax credits
- Cost sharing and R&D tax credits
- Leasing and R&D tax credits
- Partnerships and R&D tax credits
Module 8: Case Studies and Group Discussions
- Real-world case studies of R&D tax credit claims
- Group discussions and debates on R&D tax credit topics
- Hands-on exercises and activities
- Q&A sessions with expert instructors
- Peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities
Certificate and Continuing Education Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service. This certificate can be used to demonstrate proficiency in R&D tax credits and can be submitted for continuing education credits.
Target Audience - CPAs and accountants
- Attorneys and tax professionals
- R&D managers and directors
- Financial officers and controllers
- Business owners and entrepreneurs
- Anyone interested in R&D tax credits
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- Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content
- Personalized learning approach
- Practical and real-world applications
- High-quality content developed by expert instructors
- Certificate issued upon completion
- Flexible learning schedule
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
- Community-driven learning environment
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons for easy learning
- Lifetime access to course materials
- Gamification and progress tracking features