Certified Public Accountants (CPA)

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA) is one of the main Irish accountancy bodies with in excess of 5,000 members and students. The CPA designation is the most commonly used designation worldwide for professional accountants and the Institute's qualification enjoys wide international recognition. Typical professional positions include Financial Controllers, Financial Directors and Management Accountants in sectors such as fund management, treasury, banking, insurance and stockbroking.

Sixty per cent of CPA members work either in industry and commerce in areas such as financial services, financial and management accounting, taxation, information technology, or in the public sector. The remaining forty percent work in practice. CPA's play a pivotal strategic role within management teams and help shape the future of a business.

Registration Requirementspic

Prior to registering for a course, students should check with the CPA body as to what exemptions they are entitled. CPA grants exemptions on a subject-forsubject basis to students who have already passed equivalent examinations set by other accredited organisations. If a student enrols in a course at IBC and later wishes to check their exemptions they must do so in consultation with the Academic Co-ordinator.

For further information on registering with the CPA professional body visit their website at www.cpaireland.ie

Course Commencement and Duration

The course is run year round on a full-time basis. CPA examinations are held in May. Students may join each semester.

Course Structure

The CPA course is held on a full-time basis two days a week from 9.30am to 6pm. Each level is of one year duration. Course fees include study manuals. Registration fees and exam fees with the CPA are not included.

This academic programme is supported by;

  • the supply of academic textbooks
  • the use of the college IT resources
  • regular interaction with the Academic Director during the course
  • regular feedback sessions in relation to the delivery of the course
  • lecturer supervisions to ensure high quality of tuition delivery

Syllabus

Formation 1 :

  • Business Mathematics & Quantitative Methods
  • Economics & The Business Environment
  • Business Laws

Formation 2 :

  • Financial Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Information Systems
  • Management Accounting

Professional 1 :

  • Corporate Reporting
  • Auditing
  • Corporate Laws & Governance
  • Managerial Finance

Professional 2 :

  • Advanced Taxation (Elective)
  • Advanced Corporate Reporting (Mandatory)
  • Strategy Leadership and Knowledge Management (Mandatory)
  • Strategic Performance Management (Elective)
  • Audit Practice and Assurance Services (Elective)
  • Strategic Corporate Finance (Elective)

Further Information

For further assistance and guidance please visit the CPA website at www.cpaireland.ie or email info@ibcollege.com