Have you finished high school and are now eager to dive into the corporate world without the detour to university? KPMG’s Chartered Accountant High School Leavers Program is a new, unique and rewarding pathway tailored just for you.
Over three years, you’ll work full-time at KPMG, gain valuable hands-on experience, and study towards becoming a Chartered Accountant – all while earning a steady income.
Earn while you learn
With KPMG, you don’t have to choose between education and employment – you’ll get the best of both worlds. Our four-year entry level program combines practical work experience with academic study through CA ANZ’s (Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand) innovative pathways.
You’ll immerse yourself in the corporate environment at one of the world’s leading professional services firms and at the end of the four years, you’ll achieve a Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting and continue on to a successful career with KPMG.
What you need to know
To join KPMG’s High School Leavers Program, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:
What you’ll learn
This exciting opportunity is your gateway to a thriving career in the
corporate world.
The KPMG High School Leavers Program is designed for high school graduates and will equip you with the essential accounting and work skills that you need to start a career in professional services. You’ll follow a structured learning plan through CA ANZ’s CA Fundamentals and CA Foundations Pathways, leading you to the prestigious CA Program. Learn through a mix of workshops and presentations, drop-in sessions, on-the-job training and expert mentoring.
You’ll access the following training:
- Workplace fundamentals – everything from communication, thriving through change, wellbeing to professional conduct.
- Business fundamentals – business writing, generative AI, decision-making to critical thinking.
- Accounting fundamentals – bookkeeping, accounting principles, financial statements to internal controls and cash.
- Study skills – how to study, time management, assessment guides to developing digital skills.
Once you’ve completed CA Fundamentals, you’ll then progress to CA Foundations, a refined and flexible pathway that preps you for the CA Program.
The Chartered Accountant (CA) Program consists of seven core modules and two elective modules. Part of the program is also practical experience under the supervision of a qualified Chartered Accountant. The practical experience element will be completed through your role as part of the KPMG CA High School Leavers Program.
Program duration
The program is four years in total, with one year of initial experience while completing CA Fundamentals, then three years of mentored practical experience while completing CA Foundations and CA Program, after which you’ll have your Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting.
Why choose KPMG?
Start your professional journey with KPMG’s High School Leavers Program. Embrace the challenge, thrive in a supportive environment, and achieve your Chartered Accountant qualification while building a prosperous future.
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