Ward Sandra, Belgium
I can fully recommend the LL.M. in international tax law at WU as it is an ambitious globally renowned program. During this year, I have been exposed to a plethora of innovative ideas, concepts, and interesting people. One of the most significant advantages is having the opportunity to learn from professors who are undeniable experts in their respective fields. The talented group of students and the stunning city made the all-around experience top-notch that will leave a life-long impression.
Ludovica Ostorero, Italy
The LL.M. Program has been an exceptional opportunity to expand my professional knowledge of international taxation, to provide a deeper understanding of the current tax issues and to build up the tools to face new challenges every day. The program itself had to face an immense challenge: the global Covid-19 pandemic. Although the time in Vienna was drastically reduced, our entire class was nonetheless even more motivated than before. I am particularly glad to have had the chance to meet such extraordinary classmates, friends, teachers, and all of the staff at WU. It is an experience that I will treasure forever.
Atsushi Onishi, Japan
This LL.M. Program provides students with the opportunity to study in beautiful buildings with a wealth of literature not only on tax treaties but also the tax laws of a wide range of countries that lends you broad knowledge regarding international tax law and opportunities to analyze the tax laws of your own country in a comparative legal manner. Moreover, Vienna is a beautiful and safe city. The opportunity to spend precious time with classmates and professors from all over the world as well as enjoying music, sports, and parties after studies will be a valuable asset for the future both publicly and privately. These are experiences that I have had in WU. The LL.M. Program is the best entrance into the international tax world.
Martin Nombera, Peru
The WU LL.M. Program reunites all desired features for international students: academic excellence; diversity of knowledge, expertise, and cultures; living in an amazing country; etc. Its reputation guarantees a constant updating in international tax law and attendance at a variety of academic events that improve the knowledge of the students even more. However, Vienna not only offers an intense academic year but also the opportunity to expand your vision by experiencing Austria’s cultural center and its impressive monuments such as Stephansdom or Schönbrunn Palace. At the end of the program, all students will have learned not only tax law but also an international perspective for conducting their professional activities in this highly globalized world with many new friends who transform you into a better professional and person.
Valeria Khmelevskaya, Russia
The LL.M. program significantly enriched my professional knowledge. I met colleagues from all over the world and surely the best academics and practitioners. The program covers the most current topics and newest trends in international taxation. The part-time program gives sufficient flexibility for those working and, as it is located in Vienna, it provides for a nice combination of serious studies with various cultural events and touristic attractions. For those wishing to gain a global professional perspective on taxation, this is the best place to be.
Jean-Philippe Van West, Belgium
The LL.M. Program provides top-notch education in international tax law and laid the foundations for my career in this field. Every course is taught by a leading expert on the subject matter and the international environment with people from all over the world made every lecture an enriching experience. The LL.M. Program offered me the opportunity to broaden my knowledge, network, build everlasting friendships and, last but not least, live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
José Miguel García, Mexico
It is always said that studying the LL.M. program of Prof. Lang is one of the best learning experiences in the world for those interested in international taxation. I fully agree. In my case, this is not only because of the high-level academic and practical analysis of international tax law, but also because of its particular importance for both my professional career as a tax attorney and my personal life, as I was able to meet the best tax experts and colleagues to work with and to develop long-standing friendships with. Both academically and personally, studying in this LL.M. program in Vienna was the best decision I could have ever made.
Anggi Padoan Ibrahim, Indonesia
I felt very honored to have my place among international students from all over the world to take part in the most in-depth, up-to-date and comprehensive curriculum of international taxation under the supervision of reputable professors who are well known leaders in each subject. Friendly faculty members, as well as the beauty of the city and the WU campus, contributed to a great atmosphere and supported the motivation to enhance my knowledge in international tax law. There is no doubt that this program prepared me to face new challenges and opportunities in my career, and, as a result, I am ready to take those on.
Rodolfo Gregório de Paival, Brazil
The LL.M. Program represents one of the most remarkable periods of my life from both a personal and a professional perspective. The friendly environment favors interaction with professors and other students, some of them valuable friends now. WU offers all the necessary infrastructure at the incredibly modern and beautiful Campus, situated in a lovely and efficient city. This atmosphere matches perfectly with the highly demanding program, conducted by some the most important names in international tax law, literally from all over the world. I feel privileged for being part of this family that helped me to reach another level of understanding on international tax issues.
Silvia Hallová, Slovakia
I really enjoyed the LL.M. Program in Vienna for various reasons, such as meeting people from all over the world, enjoying the different styles of teaching, and extending my professional knowledge in international taxation. I am using the knowledge gained in international taxation in my daily business and our firm.
Ranjith Pathiyil, India
The LL.M. Program has the knack of attracting tax professionals from around the world. A tax professional would get the wings attached to her or his dream by pursuing an international tax program with WU. I am one of the tax professionals who had the dreams of pursuing an international career specializing in taxation and the LL.M. Program has led me towards achieving the wings to fly high and explore the international tax topography.
Maurizio Di Salvo, Italy
My personal experience with the LL.M. Program can be summarized with one word: “growth”. I grew and developed my knowledge of international tax law, and achieved a subsequent growth in my professional activities, and a growth in the relationships with other colleagues from all over the world - many of whom now are my friends. The LL.M. Program in Vienna is really a big opportunity to invest in oneself.
Ioana-Felicia Rosca, Romania
The entire year was a continuous set of interactions and lectures held by the authors of the top tax articles and books one reads before even considering going on a journey such as the one of this LL.M. From representatives of the Committee on Fiscal Affairs of the OECD, including the leader of the OECD/G20 BEPS Project, to leaders in International Tax Law in the Austrian Ministry of Finance to former Chief Tax Treaty Negotiator of Australia, to numerous visiting professors from leading universities around the world and international organizations such as the IMF, all came together in one place making the program absolutely remarkable and inspirational. For me the LL.M. has been one of the most memorable experiences and indeed a transformative one.
Tian Xu, China
After finishing the LL.M. program, I joined a Zurich-headquartered Swiss law firm with offices in China and had the opportunity to work for a large number of European and North American clients spanning a broad spectrum of industry sectors. In 2009, some colleagues and I decided to embrace a new challenge, i.e. to open a law firm that, with its presence in Shanghai, Taipei and Hong Kong, could support international clients with business in the Greater China Area. Since then I have been heading our firm’s office in Shanghai and, luckily, have been recognized by Chambers & Partners and Asia Law as a leading practitioner for the past six consecutive years. Back then, as a student wandering through the streets of Vienna, I never dreamt of one day being a lawyer representing Lufthansa, Lindt & Sprüngli or Breitling. In hindsight I am convinced that our LL.M. program laid a solid foundation for this international career.
Fabiola Díaz Prado, Mexico
The LL.M. Program was an outstanding opportunity to go beyond my previous understanding of international tax law, the cultural differences around the world and my own capabilities. The highly experienced faculty, the level of specialized knowledge, and the discussions among students from all over the world were always challenging for me. The program allowed me to expand my mind not only about international tax practice, its new challenges, and the different trends around the world, but also about the different ways to understand a single issue and the unlimited options to resolve it. The program’s duration was one year but it definitely had a catalyzing effect so that I could mature as a professional and as a person.
Sergey Kalinin, Russia
The LL.M course gave me a broader understanding of the fundamentals of international tax law. Certainly, after this course it is much easier for me to deal with the taxation of cross-border transactions. And now I have tax colleagues around the world to whom I can address my tax issues and with whom exchange views. And the time I spent in Vienna let me discover this amazing city and its considerable culture.
Shauna Pittman, Canada
I cannot count the number of times that I have consulted my LL.M. books to resolve a tax issue at work. My work has also evolved because of changing perspectives in international tax law. The LL.M.’s focus on different tax systems and different ways of looking at things prepared me for the new projects I undertook.
Andrea Brignoli, Italy
I was very fortunate to be given the opportunity to combine professional work with my LL.M studies. During these two very intensive years I have discussed the top taxation issues with colleagues and professors. Thanks to the LL.M., I am now able to co-operate with my hometown university, but most importantly, can approach everyday practice with an enhanced understanding.
Lubica Adame, Slovakia
It was the LL. M. Program that gave me a profound theoretical background and a broad and in-depth understanding of the whole picture of international taxation. The members of the faculty motivated me to learn more about various tax systems and approaches to international taxation. And, in addition, the international environment, with students from all over the world, made my studies really enjoyable.
Daniel Fuentes Hernández, Mexico
The core value of the LL.M. Program is the lasting friendships I made during my LL.M. studies. My current contact with friends all over the world remains very enriching not only at the personal level but has also brought some professionally challenging opportunities.
Maria Valkama, Finland
After some years of work experience, I made the perfect decision by participating in the LL.M. program. The studies provided for a profound theoretical basis for approaching a variety of international tax matters as well as keys to resolve questions arising when practicing the profession. Studying in the inspiring academic environment, surrounded by top professionals and teachers from across the globe and – most importantly – with great colleagues, was a pleasure. Finally, having Vienna as a hometown for a year was the cherry in the LL.M. cake!
Abhishek Chawla, India
The first thing which you notice in Vienna is its picturesque beauty coupled with a rich cultural heritage. The city is easy-going and not surprisingly has always been high on the list of the top liveable cities in the world. I knew from my first day that I could not have asked for a better setting.
Věra Pazderová, Czech Republic
I believe that these days lawyers increasingly need to operate in the context of a plurality of jurisdictions and be comfortable working with different legal sources. They need to understand various legal issues in a broader context. The LL.M. Program in International Tax Law fits very well with these needs. I found the comparative approach of different national jurisdictions along with EU law and international law to be particularly appealing and well-tailored to meet the current challenges of law. In addition, as a legal practitioner I appreciated that the part-time option of the program gave me a perfect opportunity to combine the study with my work.
Arne Schnitger, Germany
I had an outstanding time as a student not only due to the lively cultural city of Vienna. The LL.M. Program brought my professional knowledge to a higher level. The members of the faculty and the topics of the program were carefully selected. The discussions with the tutors opened our eyes and motivated us to learn more about international tax law.
Anna Cristina Valdes Zauner, Panama
After living in Vienna, I can say I have lived in one of the best cities in the world. Besides Vienna’s great culture and astonishing sights, the LL.M. Program has a lot to offer. I believe this program’s success comes from the international environment the program itself has created. The faculty members are professors with vast knowledge of each and every one of the subjects dealt with in the program. The program is a great opportunity, not only for your professional career, but also because of all of the contacts you make from all over the world, which is certainly a key feature of becoming an international tax advisor.
Kristian Olenik, Switzerland
I use the in-depth technical and practical experience gained in Vienna on a daily basis, which helps in identifying and addressing significant tax issues and risks at the governmental level. The LL.M. opened the door to wholly new world in which I am on the lookout for developments in tax policy and issues affecting business. I am able to convey a message to taxpayers in ways that are meaningful and useful to them.
Tomas Balco, Czech Republic
I found a professional area that allowed me to combine and utilize all of my knowledge from my different fields of studies and interests. It also allowed me to stay dynamic and to grow as a professional and as a person. In addition, I discovered a community of people who are inspiring and interesting individuals.
Ákos Menyhei, Hungary
The LL.M. Program gave me a broad and in-depth understanding of international taxation and knowledge so as to be able to analyze and solve complex tax planning challenges. It enhanced my professional approach by changing my perspective on international tax law. The program’s focus on different tax systems and the excellent faculty motivated me to learn more about various tax systems. Moreover, the inspiring international environment, with students from all over the world, has created friendships and a professional international network I enjoy and use in my daily life.
Samuel McLord Chekpeche, Ghana
The LL.M. has helped me develop unique communication, analytical and problem-solving skills that will help make me succeed in a new role. The program offered me the opportunity to interact with the best faculty members and prominent practitioners from all over the world and the friendships and contacts made during the program are valuable assets for my career development.