The benefits of being a CPA
Career pathways
The CPA Program can launch your career into any number of senior finance roles
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Why join a professional accounting organisation?
Discover the important ways you'll benefit from joining a professional accounting organisation.
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Member Benefits
Members in all locations gain access to partner deals, special offers and discounts
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Why study the CPA Program?
The CPA Program equips you with the skills to tackle any accounting, finance or business challenge
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Member stories
Browse through our members’ stories and find out the diverse ways that CPAs are working around the globe
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Give your career a global boost
CPA Australia is one of the world's largest accounting bodies with more than 173,000 members working in over 100 countries and regions. There are more than 25,000 CPA Australia members working in senior leadership positions.
The CPA Program goes beyond the numbers. It teaches you the skills that will help you reach the next level in leadership, strategy and business.
Being a CPA gives you a competitive advantage over your peers. CPAs are internationally recognised and membership is associated with a strong legacy, international presence and thought leadership.
CPA Australia builds and maintains strong relationships with high-profile companies globally, including more than 400 Recognised Employer Partners, ensuring the CPA certification and the quality skillsets of our members are internationally promoted.
Take your career to the next level
Hear from some of our members below to see what exciting heights their CPA designation is taking them to.
Where can an accounting career take you?
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