Training Program
VITARA - Institutional Governance (VITARA-IGO)

This module introduces the internal and external governance frameworks for tax administrations. It covers topics such as the principles of accountability and transparency, governance safeguards, external oversight, internal controls, governance responsibilities for senior leaders in a tax administration as well as organizational considerations in the development and implementation of the governance framework.
Target Audience
Executives and senior managers responsible for good governance in a tax administration or involved in the implementation of tax administration governance policies. The module is also relevant for professionals who want to know more about the autonomy, legal status, management committees of a tax administration, or international good practices addressing corruption in a tax administration.
Qualifications
This module has no educational prerequisites. It is appropriate for tax administration staff with a foundational knowledge of tax administration practices. While the primary audience includes senior and executive officials, the module also supports staff who wish to learn about internal and external governance arrangements of tax administrations.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this module, participants should be able to:
¿ Describe what is meant by institutional governance and the key internal and external dimensions of governance.
¿ Recognize the governance safeguards that allow a tax administration to be effective, impartial and not subject to political interference.
¿ Explain mechanisms for ensuring that community confidence in the tax system is maintained.
¿ Understand the essential elements of an internal governance framework for a tax administration including internal controls.
Upcoming Offering
| Start date | End date | Location | Delivery Method | Session No. | Primary & (Interpretation) language | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2025 | April 15, 2026 | Course conducted online | Online Training | OL 25.221 | English | Apply online by April 1, 2026 |
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