Bachelor of Professional Accounting (BPA)

The Holmes Institute Bachelor of Professional Accounting (BPA) degree is designed to provide a rigorous accounting education based on a balanced combination of essential theory with the requirements of professional practice. 

The BPA degree provides comprehensive training in accounting and business for those who plan to enter the accounting profession. 

The specialist training in the core professional areas of accounting, finance and law is integrated with an understanding of the broad commercial context relevant to the management and conduct of business. Traditional accounting and finance studies are thus complemented by developing students' competencies in business-oriented knowledge and perspectives.

Course Structure:

The Bachelor of Professional Accounting is a three-year course, delivered over six trimesters on a full-time basis. To meet the requirements for graduation, all students must successfully complete 24 units.

The 24 units consists of 12 core units covering a major specialisation in the professional requirements in accounting, finance and law, 4 core business units, and 8 elective units.

Qualification:

On successful completion of this course, students are awarded the Bachelor of Professional Accounting (BPA) degree. The course meets the Australian Qualifications Framework specifications for a Level 7 bachelor degree.

Professional Accreditation:

The Holmes Institute BPA degree is accredited by the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CPA Australia and the Institute of Certified Management Accountants.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• The BPA degree course is designed to provide students with a wide breadth of knowledge of different aspects of accounting, management and business. 
• The course is relevant to a range of professionals who wish to develop their skills and knowledge in relation to accounting, business management and their application to business. 
• The Course Learning Outcomes are consistent with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF Level 7) and Bloom’s Taxonomy.
• Accordingly, the graduates of the Bachelor of Professional Accounting will be able to:
• Understand and explain the theoretical and technical body of knowledge, fundamental to a contemporary accounting professional.
• Synthesise knowledge from various sources to analyse accounting scenarios and propose effective solutions.
• Work well autonomously as well as within group settings to identify accounting requirements and apply effective interpersonal and communication skills in recommending possible solutions to a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a high level of learning autonomy, including personal development through reflective practice and a commitment to creativity, ethical, legal, social responsibility in a contemporary business environment.