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Mastering US Taxation Federal Rules and Regulations
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Mastering US Taxation Federal Rules and Regulations

Enrolled Agent: US Taxation Federal Rules and Regulations
Last updated 1/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand federal taxation rules for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
  • Learn about business law, including legal structures, contracts, and agency laws.
  • Gain knowledge of ethics and professional responsibility for CPAs.
  • Explore the regulatory environment for accounting, taxation, and auditing.
  • Dive into Chapter 11 and Chapter 12 Bankruptcy laws, including reorganization procedures and eligibility requirements for individuals and family farmers.
  • Study the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), including anti-bribery provisions related to bribing foreign officials.
  • Understand the discharge of debtor process in bankruptcy, including what debts can and cannot be discharged.

Course content

7 sections7 lectures1h 20m total length
  • Overview1:33
    • Study the Social Security Act and its implications on taxation and benefits.

    • Understand the Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA), including its tax provisions and reporting requirements.

    • Learn the various classifications under U.S. federal laws, such as business structures, tax categories, and legal classifications.

    • Explore the charges in bankruptcy, including the different types of bankruptcy filings, dischargeable debts, and the reorganization process.

    • Study the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), focusing on anti-bribery provisions related to foreign officials.

    • Understand the discharge of debtor process, including what debts can be discharged and the implications for creditors and debtors.

Requirements

  • Prior knowledge of U.S. taxation fundamentals is required.
  • Suitable for learners with a taxation background, including tax professionals, tax students, or candidates preparing for the US CPA REG exam.
  • Basic understanding of individual and business tax concepts will be helpful.
  • This course is not recommended for learners from a pure accounting background without prior exposure to taxation.

Description

The Federal Rules and Regulations course is designed to provide a clear and practical understanding of key U.S. federal laws covered under the US CPA REG examination. This course focuses on federal taxation, business law, ethics, and regulatory frameworks that govern individuals, businesses, and professional practice in the United States. It helps learners build strong conceptual clarity while preparing for real-world application and exam success.

This course is specifically created for learners with a taxation background. It is not recommended for candidates from a pure accounting background, as the content assumes prior exposure to tax concepts and compliance frameworks.

Throughout the course, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of federal taxation rules applicable to individuals, corporations, and partnerships. The course also covers essential business law topics, including legal business structures, contracts, agency relationships, and the rights and responsibilities of various parties. Strong emphasis is placed on ethics and professional responsibility, helping future CPAs understand the standards expected in professional practice.

A key component of the course is the study of the U.S. regulatory environment, including laws that impact taxation, accounting, and auditing. Learners will explore important federal acts such as the Social Security Act, Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA), and the Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA), along with their tax implications and reporting requirements. The course also explains the Affordable Care Act (ACA), focusing on its objectives and role in improving healthcare access and coverage.

The course also addresses workers’ classification, workers’ compensation laws, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), with special focus on anti-bribery provisions involving foreign officials. These topics help learners understand compliance, ethical decision-making, and legal consequences in a global business environment.

By the end of this course, learners will have a solid grasp of federal laws and regulations essential for US CPA REG preparation and professional taxation practice.


Who this course is for:

  • US CPA REG aspirants with a taxation background
  • Tax professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of U.S. federal laws and regulations
  • Students and graduates specializing in taxation or tax compliance
  • Chartered Accountants and tax consultants transitioning into U.S. taxation
  • Professionals working in tax advisory, compliance, or regulatory roles