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Career in professional accountancy - the right choice

With the rapid growth in economy, careers in finance and accountancy have gained importance and popularity. Accountancy is a high level growing profession which is considered a passport to securing a rewarding career. It is a career which opens the door to many exciting possibilities and commands a reputed position in society. Whether boom or bust, the accountancy industry is running as hard as it can to keep up with the surging demand for its services. The scope for this lucrative career is bright and highly rewarding, both nationally and internationally.


Even in the face of a generally poor job market, research confirms that the demand for accountants in general and CPAs in particular, remains unusually healthy and flourishing. Global Demand for accountants and auditors (in particular CPAs) to grow by 20% between 2008 and 2018


The route to becoming a qualified accountant is regarded as demanding and requires commitment and determination. The rewards however, are exceptional.


As a qualified accountant, you have the opportunity to pursue a variety of finance careers in any business sector. In addition, accountancy provides you with the luxury of career mobility; the freedom to choose your own career path to gain the knowledge and skills required to meet the challenges of a complex, modern, international business environment and equips you with the tools to rise to the top in any financially based career. Accountancy has become a multifaceted profession in which the accountant is involved in all aspects of a business.


Qualified accountants, in particular CPAs are sought after by employers of local and international organisations across all industries. They work in diverse roles across commerce and industry, academia, government and public practice.