– Saba Khan, Engagement Coordinator, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
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Have you ever considered working internationally within the accounting and finance profession? Whether you are an international student planning on returning home after your studies, or a local student with a desire to travel the world and experience different cultures, the Association for Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) provides individuals with a portable qualification which allows you to pursue an international career in accountancy or finance across the globe. These opportunities will allow you to be exposed to new ideas and business etiquette, all while working alongside a diverse group of professionals from various cultural backgrounds.
Professional accounting qualifications have long been regarded as a passport to a world of career opportunities – and never more so than today. ACCA has over 178,000 members and 455,000 students in 181 countries across the globe, and once you sign up to study, you instantly become part of this ever-growing network. That means you will be a part of a global network of over 600,000 people around the world. Here are some reasons why you may want to consider working internationally with your accounting or finance degree, and why the ACCA qualification may be your ticket to a world of possibilities.
Innovation
When you work abroad you will also be exposed to new ideas and business etiquette. Combining these ideas and experiences with current knowledge can help ensure trainees are able to provide innovative solutions and become better-rounded employees ready to tackle a wider number of scenarios at work.
Skill Set Development
It is generally agreed that most employers will look more closely at a resume that demonstrates a degree of international experience. By exploring new destinations and cultures you will develop your soft skills set – that in itself will distinguish you from your peers as employers tend to be impressed by the fact you have moved outside of your comfort zone.
Financial Benefits
Another key perk of relocating abroad is the potential to increase salaries and bonuses. Depending on the country and circumstances, a move abroad can offer financial advantages such as a lower income tax or living away from home allowances and benefits.
Fast Promotion
Better still, research has also found that working abroad and gaining experience of working in another country is likely to lead to faster promotion.
Having international experience is a huge benefit if you work in a multinational firm or with international businesses, to the point that trainees and young accountants who have not had that sort of experience can find themselves being held back – at least during the early stages of their careers.
Globalization has seen a massive increase in the mobile workforce, with accountants plying their trade in emerging and established markets around the world. Many employers experiencing difficulty attracting home-grown finance talent are undertaking proactive campaigns abroad – and ACCA students are in particular demand.
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