Preparing for the TAC Tax Accountant Exam: A Comprehensive Approach
As aspiring tax accountants gear up for their exams, TAC Tax Schools offer an array of specialized courses designed to provide students with the tools they need to excel. Among the standout programs are the
Challenge Course and the
Last-Minute Preparation Course, both highly focused on maximizing students' success.
Challenge Course Overview
Launching in April 2026, TAC's
Challenge Course is tailored for students who have previous learning experience, enabling a smooth transition into the critical final study phase from May onwards. The course provides a unique structure featuring a
Base-Up Period integrated with a last-minute strategy curriculum. During this phase, students can reinforce their knowledge and enhance their understanding of essential subjects, allowing for effective preparation as the exam date approaches.
Course Subjects
- - Accounting
- - Financial Statements
- - Corporate Tax
- - Income Tax
- - Inheritance Tax
- - Consumption Tax
Schedule and Fees
The
Challenge Course is set to begin on
April 1, 2026. The pricing structure is competitive, making it an affordable choice for students:
- - Accounting, Financial Statements, Corporate, Income, Inheritance:
- Video Booth/Web Correspondence Course: ¥98,000
- DVD Correspondence Course: ¥118,000
- Video Booth/Web Correspondence Course: ¥65,000
- DVD Correspondence Course: ¥85,000
Additionally, students can enroll in the base-up lectures and exercises for just an extra ¥18,000, further enhancing the value of their study experience.
Discounts for Returning Students
TAC encourages previous participants by providing a
5% discount on the course fee for those who have previously attended their tax accountant courses. However, please note that this discount does not apply to the Last-Minute Preparation Course.
Last-Minute Preparation Course
The
Last-Minute Preparation Course, set to start on
April 29, 2026, focuses on critical elements that often challenge self-studying candidates, such as
exam analysis and
tax reform countermeasures. Students will engage with a range of essential topics to guarantee their knowledge is sharp before the exam.
Course Subjects
This course covers
eleven subject areas, ensuring comprehensive preparation for candidates.
Schedule and Fees
The course fees are structured as follows:
- - Accounting, Financial Statements, Corporate, Income, Inheritance:
- In-Person, Video Booth/Web Correspondence: ¥80,000
- DVD Correspondence: ¥92,000
- Material Correspondence: ¥50,000
- - Consumption, Liquor Tax, Fixed, Business, Resident Tax, National Tax:
- In-Person, Video Booth/Web Correspondence: ¥50,000
- DVD Correspondence: ¥60,000
- Material Correspondence: ¥30,000
About TAC
TAC, established in December 1980, is deeply committed to nurturing talent within the professional sphere. The essence of their philosophy revolves around creating a trained workforce capable of dutiful service to society. The term