New Qualification Programme
The new QP will comprise three progressive levels with 14 modules and a Capstone, i.e. Associate Level (10 modules), Professional Level (four modules) and Capstone. It offers alternative pathways and greater flexibility for students with different educational backgrounds, including sub-degree holders and non-accounting majors, to become CPAs. This could attract more students from other disciplines to join the accountancy profession which is important in developing a sustainable talent pool of accounting professionals.
Introduction Video
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Implementation Timeline
Existing Examinations | Last Offering | New QP | First Offering |
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AAT Examination | Dec-2018 | Associate Level (Modules 1 -10) |
Dec-2020 |
Professional Bridging Examination | Dec-2019 | Associate Level (Modules 1 -10) |
Dec-2020 |
QP Modules A-D | Dec-2020 |
Professional Level (Modules 11-14) |
Jun-2021 |
QP Final Examination |
Jun-2021 | Capstone | Dec-2021 |