The IPA Program is a fully accredited educational pathway delivered by the University of New England (UNE). It provides rigorous and globally recognised postgraduate education resulting in the award of a Graduate Certificate in Public Accounting and/or a Master of Commerce (Public Accounting) degree. Members are required to undertake either four (4) or twelve (12) subjects to advance to MIPA status depending on their undergraduate qualifications. The program is delivered online via distance learning and allows members to study at their own pace. Members have up to 5 years to complete the program. The IPA is the only accounting body to offer a Master of Commerce degree in Public Accounting as its professional program.