Dr. Leo Van Der Tas

Professor

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Biography

Leo van der Tas is a part-time full professor specializing in corporate reporting at Tilburg University, focusing on the international aspects of companies' reporting on financial performance. With a career beginning in 2010, he is known for his role as a technical partner and Global IFRS Leader at a Big Four audit firm, where he collaborates with the business community, users, regulators, and standard setters to enhance corporate reporting infrastructure. His research and teaching are driven by a keen interest in the international dimensions of corporate reporting, aiming to understand behaviors that contribute to improved transparency and efficient functioning of capital markets. Leo actively teaches Advanced Financial Accounting and has developed a collaborative teaching style that emphasizes the absorption of knowledge by students, helping them adapt to the ever-evolving business environment. In addition to his academic role, he serves on advisory bodies for Dutch securities regulators and has worked with the European Commission on financial reporting harmonization within the European Union.

Research Interests

Courses

Advanced Financial Accounting Business Taxation Decision Making Processes

Requirements for Tilburg University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's degree in Law or relevant field Proficiency in English
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID card
  • Official Transcript of Records
  • Bachelor's Diploma (or graduation statement)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • English proficiency test results
Specialization Notes

Standard requirements for LLM programs in Law and Technology, International Law, and Public Law.