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Chartered Careers Presentation
Today’s agenda
• Why choose Chartered Accountancy?
• Tips for the Milk Round
23,000BIGGEST & LONGEST
ESTABLISHED
No. 1ACCOUNTING
QUALIFICATION
€45 - 80KSALARY
65%WORK IN BUSINESS
Chartered Accountancy – some key numbers
Don’t take my word for it…
The Chartered Difference
Source: Professional Oversight Board - Key facts and Trends 2014
Higher pass ratesQualify in less than 4 years – faster than elsewhere
Be part of a network of high achievers
The Chartered Difference: Lifelong Supports
• Networks and conferences;• Suite of post-qualification Diplomas & CPD offering;• Career supports.
Your career pathway – ways to qualify
Focus on Milk Round: opportunities in training contracts
Big 4Big 4
Small to Medium
Practices
Small to Medium
Practices
IndustryIndustry
• 900+ Contracts offered
• 350+ Contracts offered
What is a Training Contract?
Tips for the Milk Round
• Do your research‒ Attend career fairs‒ Review company websites & presentations
• Make the application ‒ Prepare CV/complete application form‒ Consult Career Offices
• Prepare for the Interview– Questions & examples– Appearance & Location– Online profile: Facebook, LinkedIn
Tips for the Milk Round
1. What are the key things firms are looking for?
2. What to expect?
3. How can you prepare for this?
4. How can I improve?
www.charteredcareers.ie/get-that-training-contract/
If at first you don’t succeed…
• Persistence and resilience are critical!
• Firm Websites
• Huge and growing opportunities with smaller firms – see Training Vacancy List all year round
• Apply for exemptions when degree is complete
• Flexible route alternative…
www.charteredaccountants.ie/TrainingVacancies
Remember the Chartered difference
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