Pathways to CPA Australia from other designations
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The advantages of becoming a CPA Australia member
CPA Australia is one of the world's largest and most respected accounting bodies, with more than 170,000 members working in over 100 countries and regions. Joining this global membership base can help advance your career to the next level, opening up new opportunities all over the world.
Holding multiple designations
Pathways to CPA Australia membership are available to holders of designations from many other professional accounting bodies globally. Adding the CPA designation can help position you as a truly global professional with dynamic accounting and finance skills and connect you to CPA Australia's content, resources and global network.
Are you already a CPA Australia member?
If you're already a CPA Australia member and you're looking for an additional designation, take a look at which global organisations we have mutual agreements with.
Access a pathway to CPA Australia membership
If you hold a designation with any of the professional bodies below, you may be able to access a streamlined pathway to membership with CPA Australia.
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ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
AICPA - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
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CA ANZ - Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
CAI - Chartered Accountants Ireland
CA Sri Lanka - Chartered Accountants Sri Lanka
CICPA - Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants
CIMA - Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
CIPFA - Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy
CMA SL - Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka
CPA Canada - Chartered Professional Accountants Canada
CPA Ireland - Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Ireland
CFA Institute - CFA Institute
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HKICPA - Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants
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IAI - Institute of Indonesia Chartered Accountants
ICAB - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh
ICAEW - Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
ICAI - Institute of Chartered Accountants India
ICAN - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal
ICAS - Institute of Chartered Accountants Scotland
ICMAP - Institute of Cost and Management Accountants Pakistan
ICPAK - Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya
ISCA - Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants
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MIA - Malaysian Institute of Accountants
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NASBA - National Association of State Boards of Accountancy
P
PICPA - Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants
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ROCCPA - National Federation of Certified Public Accountant Associations of the Republic of China
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SAICA - South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
Planning to migrate to Australia
If you are planning on moving to Australia to work, CPA Australia may be able to assist with our migration services. Understand the services available by visiting the Migration Services page.
Membership pathways FAQ
If you have any questions about the different CPA Australia membership pathways, find them here.
