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Exam Timetable May 2013

 

The 2013 Summer exams will occur in the last week of May 2013

  • Professional 2 Exams

  • 27th May 2013 (10.00am-1.00pm) - Module 7 Auditing
  • 28th May 2013 (10.00am-1.00pm) - Module 8 - Financial Accounting
  • 29th May 2013 (10.00am-1.00pm) - Module 9 - Advanced Taxation
  • 30th May 2013 (10.00am-1.00pm) - Module 10 - Strategic Management


  • Final Admitting Exams

  • 27th May 2013 (2.00pm-5.30pm) - Module 11 - Advanced Financial Accouniting
  • 28th May 2013 (2.00pm-5.00pm) - Module 12 -Audit Practice
  • 29th May 2013 (2.00pm-5.00pm) - Module 13 - Advanced Management Accounting
  • 30th May 2013 (2.00pm-5.00pm) - Module 14 - Financial Management

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Qualified Accountants

 

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  • Automatic Membership
    Professional Accountants who are members of Prescribed Accounting Bodies may automatically qualify for membership of our institute. It is also possible to qualify for an Audit Practice Certificate (subject to conditions).
  • Audit and Accounting Practice Registration
    Recently qualified members of other Recognised Accountancy bodies admitted to the IIPA may qualify for an audit practising certificate based on their prequalification training. Likewise recently qualified members of other Recognised or Prescribed Accountancy bodies admitted to the IIPA may qualify for an accounting practisinb certificate based on their prequalification training.
  • Appropriate Regulation
    The Institute maintains a very careful balance in how we regulate the practice of our members. In particular, we strive to ensure that our members are not hamstrung by over-regulation and red tape.
  • Robust Representation
    Our relatively small size and member focused approach ensures that your interests are protected and enhanced. We place the highest value on providing a voice for our members across the profession.

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Time to Study with the IIPA

 

Education - Regulation - Representation

The IIPA is a Professional Accounting Body that is responsible for the education, regulation and representation of its members. As a Recognised Accounting Body the Institute is prescribed as an organisation that represents accountants, and issues Audit Practice Certificates. Our prime objective is to maintain and develop standards in the accounting profession.

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Exemptions

Are you a qualified Accounting Technician, or have you completed part or all of a relevant third-level qualification? If you have then this can reduce the number of modules you must complete in order to qualify as an Incorporated Public Accountant.

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Students

 

Why Study for IIPA qualifications?

  • Fastest way to a Professional Accounting Qualification
    The IIPA's offers the fastest route to becoming a finance professional. You can qualify as an Incorporated Public Accounting Technician (IPAT) in 18 months to 2 years, or as an Associate Incorporated Public Accountant (AIPA) in 4 years.
  • Widest Range of Study Options
    We aim to provide the most flexible route to your Professional Accounting Qualification. So you can choose between distance learning and accredited colleges. You can even blend these options over over your study.
  • Get Paid while you Study
    There is a long tradition in the accounting and finance professions of working while you study. This means that the profession is attractive to school leavers, those who choose not to go to college, and those who wish to change careers.

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Promoting Professional Standards and Protecting the Public Interest

 

Promoting Best Practice

  • Professional Standards
    Our membership is required to maintain a high level of professional competency. This is monitored by a dedicated committee of the Board, and includes visits to practices to ensure that standards are being upheld.
  • Constitutional Documents
    The IIPA has a number of guiding documents, collectively known as the "Constitutional Documents". They are as follows:
  • Ethics
    All members of our institute are required to follow the Ethical Standards for Professional Accountants of the International Federation of Accountants. These are the very best codes of conduct for Professional Accountants.
  • Complaints, Investigations and Disciplinary System
    We have a professional standards maintenance structure including complaints, Investigations and Disciplinary System. These maintain and enhance the trust of customers of Incorporated Public Accountants. If you wish to make a complaint against a member of the IIPA you can download a Complaint Form.

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