Enrolments for CPA Program subjects open on Tuesday 11 June
The Experience-Based Pathway is a CPA Australia membership pathway that recognises the expertise and experience of business professionals from traditional accounting and non-accounting backgrounds. We consider your job responsibilities, career progression, and level of decision-making authority in the roles you have performed to assess your eligibility. This assessment helps us to determine your entry pathway into the CPA Program and bespoke study plan.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for the Experience-Based Pathway you must:
- Hold a degree level qualification or equivalent as recognised by CPA Australia or or will have completed one prior to advancing to CPA status
- Have a minimum of five years’ work experience in a relevant accounting, finance, or business role(s) that demonstrate you have achieved core competencies
- Have a current role in accounting, finance, or a relevant business area
- Successfully meet CPA Australia’s admission requirements
How to apply
Fees
Application fees apply.
If you have new information (e.g. qualifications or work experience), you can provide this for us to reconsider your assessment outcome, by applying for an Update Application.
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Check out our application guide for detailed information on specific requirements.
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