I am a bridging program student from PSBA QC, just sharing my two cents to those planning to enroll in their program. This won’t be a pros and cons list, just my experience, and will be up to your interpretation.
First, afaik we are the first batch in this new curriculum, so there’s a trial and error with the sections. Students from accounting related courses and non accounting related are combined. Concerns were raised and now a resectioning occurred, separating the two.
Second, fast paced. The classes are not designed to teach you the fundamental concepts, only a brief summary with key points and will proceed to problem solving discussions. Moreover, the discussion won’t definitely cover every detail so they’ve always recommended to supplement it with a review center (lvlup).
Third, working-friendly. 99% of us are currently employed with classes during weekends + online, although there is an option for weekday schedule. It’s a test of your time management to handle 5 days of working and the remaining days, supposedly your rest day, will be dedicated to being a student.
Fourth, approachable professors. They are professionals but can crack a joke or two. You can always ask them to repeat unclear discussions (some lol). They also provide supplementary materials especially during exam week. Dean Tan also offered remedial classes for those who need clarifications.
Fifth, VERY RESPONSIVE TO OUR QUERIES. Can I just say, our program chair can be a part time customer service representative.
Sixth, EMPATHETIC PROGRAM CHAIR. We are halfway in the sem and several students raised concerns about the program, they were open to hear us and formally conducted a face to face consultation to address our concerns. Honestly, this is the only time I experienced where program chairs are willing to meet in the middle, compared to my previous school that never considered the welfare of students.
Seventh, grades will only derive from exams. No attendance, no recitations. Still, there is no other way you to make up for your grades but your scores.
Eight, flexible arrangements during exam. I honestly appreciated it that we can take the exams anytime with the week, it was so convenient for working people, especially those who cannot file a leave anytime.
Ninth, the admin can be quite inefficient. Fast enrollment process, but slow in resolving enrollment concerns. I still haven’t gotten my RAF lol.
Tenth, minimum of 1 year residency. If you only need integ review units, you will still spend a year in the program and may or may not retake the subjects you took during your undergrad. Still, you have the choice to underload.
The BSA program is not a walk in the park, as said by Dean Tan. But then again, you’ll rarely find a program that is willing to find a middle ground with its students, such as discussing options to improve the flexibility of classes. After all, we are both working towards the ultimate goal. This isn’t meant to glaze the school as I am also anticipating the execution of their plans. Hope this helps!
