About CPA Australia
An international, interconnected member organisation
CPA Australia has a membership of 170,826 members in over 100 countries and regions, supported by 19 offices globally.
Our core services to members include education, training, technical support and advocacy.
Employees and members work together with local and international bodies to represent the views and concerns of the profession to governments, regulators, industries, academia and the general public.
Our organisation
Find out about our history and structure, reporting, and updates from the Board of Directors
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Corporate responsibility
Read our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and inclusion and diversity commitments
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Our membership benefits, how to renew your membership and how to advance to FCPA
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Our vision
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Our strategy 2022-2027
What is a CPA?
A Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) is a finance, accounting and business professional with a specific qualification. Being a CPA is a mark of high professional competence. It indicates a soundness in depth, breadth and quality of accountancy knowledge.
CPAs are highly respected by employers and members. It provides members with an internationally recognised qualification as well as the opportunity to complete specialist training and continuing professional development (CPD). To use the CPA designation, a member must:
- complete a degree or a postgraduate award recognised by CPA Australia
- complete the CPA Program, including three years of professional experience in finance, accounting or business
- undertake CPD activities each year
- comply to a strict code of conduct set by CPA Australia.
To offer public accounting services, CPAs must also complete CPA Australia's Public Practice Program and hold a Public Practice Certificate in accordance with the CPA Australia's By-Laws.
