The IPA Group’s Professional Practice Program (PPP) is tailored to meet the needs of our trusted advisors – our Members. This program offers a comprehensive guide to the latest professional and ethical standards in the accounting field.
Gain valuable insights and practical tools to establish, manage, and expand your practice successfully. The program can also benefit all practitioners as a refresher on professional standards and business management tools.
New Professional Practice Certificate (PPC) holders and aspiring PPC holders must attend within six months of receiving their Practicing Certificate. Attending and completing the program is the final step to become a PPC Holder.
About The Course:
The program is an online self paced course, consisting of 12 modules including one assessment, covering various aspects of professional and ethical standards in accounting. Each module is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical tools to identify professional and legal obligations and the key elements of a successful practice.
| Module: |
Topic: |
| Module 1: |
Introduction to the accounting profession |
| Module 2: |
Ethics and Standards |
| Module 3 & 4: |
Members and Members in Practice |
| Module 5 -7: |
Statutory Registrations and Regulatory Compliance |
| Module 8: |
Strategic Business Plan |
| Module 9: |
Financing your practice |
| Module 10: |
Staffing your practice |
| Module 11: |
Marketing your Practice |
| Module 12: |
Cyber Security |
To pass the PPP, attendees must successfully complete the assessment and complete all online modules. (Subject to any extraordinary circumstances).
- The online program will begin late April 2024
Benefits of the Professional Practice Program
- A single point of reference that provides answers to most practitioner questions.
- A comprehensive set of course materials with case studies, illustrations and references.
- Addresses overwhelming issues faced by new practitioners.
- 42 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Completes one of the mandatory conditions for PPC eligibility.
- Guided learning to ensure you are on top of practice essentials.
CPD hours:
The Professional Practice Program is worth a total of 42 CPD hours, please note that the hours are split into 12 Verified and 30 Unverified hours.
