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Comprise three progressive levels with 14 modules and a Capstone, i.e. Associate Level (10 modules), Professional Level (four modules) and Capstone Level. |
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Adopt the CPA Competence Blueprint which sets out the competence requirements and learning outcomes for the three tenets of the qualification framework, i.e. pre-entry education, professional programme, and practical experience. |
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Set the entry requirement of an academic qualification of higher diploma/ associate degree in any discipline pitched at the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework Level 4 for entry into the Associate Level. |
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Exempt the Associate Modules to individuals with a relevant academic qualification subject to the assessment outcome with a charge of exemption fees. Students will be awarded a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the Associate Level, which is pitched at Hong Kong Qualifications Framework Level 5. |
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Introduce an integrated Capstone comprising three-day workshops and the Final Examination with an increased emphasis on developing and assessing higher-order enabling skills such as problem solving, critical and lateral thinking to enhance students' ability to identify complex problems including aspects of ethical dilemma and to develop professional solutions. |
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Introduce an examination policy on the maximum number of attempts allowed for completing the 14 modules of the professional programme, i.e. four attempts for each module of the Associate and Professional Levels. |
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Extend the practical experience to cover six broad areas of technical competence where students can choose a wider variety of work environments to achieve competence for the CPA qualification. |
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Introduce additional membership admission policy that graduates of the new QP who have completed the professional programme for over three years will be required to complete Continuing Professional Development activities before they can become a member of the institute. |
