From intern to graduate, we invest in your growth through structured training, professional qualifications and ongoing support helping you build the skills, confidence and experience to be the best version of yourself.
KPMG Business School & exams
Our award-winning KPMG Business School combines learning, coaching and real-world experience to support you at every stage of your career.
Hear how our graduates felt supported by the Business School and throughout their exams.
A culture of learning
At KPMG, learning is built into your day-to-day. You'll develop through a combination of:
Support when you need it
Performance Manager & Buddy Support
Starting your career is a big step, but you won't do it alone.
Every intern, placement & graduate is supported by a dedicated Performance Manager and Buddy who are there to provide guidance, answer questions and help you settle in and grow.
How you’ll grow at KPMG
From Placement to Manager - Hear from Jerry on his KPMG journey.
Aspire, Ignite & Strive programme
Your development at KPMG
Our Aspire (Placement) and Ignite (Internship) programmes are built to help you grow - during your time with us and beyond.
You’ll build the skills, confidence and experience you need to succeed, supported by our award-winning KPMG Business School, which is focused on your development at every stage.
Learn, build and grow
You’ll learn together with your peers and build connections across the firm. You’ll take part in practical, hands-on sessions designed to build your skills, including:
Accelerator Training Programme
Your development at KPMG
Our Graduate Development Programme combines structured learning with real experience -helping you build the technical, professional and leadership skills you need to succeed.
You’ll learn through a blended approach of classroom training, technology-based learning and on-the-job experience built around you.
How your training works
Training by area
10-week structured training programme
- Up to 6 weeks of classroom learning
- 4 weeks of integrated on-the-job training
- Technical, professional and leadership development
You’ll also get:
- Comprehensive accounting training
- Technology-based learning tools
- Workshops to reinforce learning
- Professional development for client work
3-4 week structured training programme
- Introductory tax and accounting training
- Business, IT and leadership skills
You’ll also get:
- Strong focus on professional development
- Training in report writing, presentations and client communication
- Hands-on tax research project
- Opportunities to collaborate with senior colleagues
3-4 week structured training programme
- Technical, business and IT skills training
- Integrated on-the-job learning
You’ll also build:
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Client communication and presentation skills
- Time management and personal effectiveness
- Experience developing solutions to real business challenges
What this means for you
This approach means you’ll:
- Learn faster by combining training with real experience
- Build both technical expertise and professional skills
- Gain confidence working with clients
- Develop skills that will stay with you throughout your career
ACA Chartered Accountants Ireland
Build your qualification while building your career
Our graduates build the skills, experience and confidence to become future business leaders while completing the ACA qualification.
You’ll gain real experience across finance, accountancy, auditing and taxation, supported by €19.8m annual investment in KPMG Business School and our leading exam results.
Hear from our grads
- Zenia Corson
- Brian O'Malley
Throughout the graduate programme, I have benefited from the high-quality training and support provided by KPMG Business School.
This has played a key role in my professional growth and helped me successfully pass both my Chartered Accountants Ireland accounting examinations and Irish Tax Institute tax examinations on my first attempt.
Zenia Corson - Tax
Balancing work and study can be challenging, but the guidance and encouragement received from my colleauges and the wider firm makes a huge difference. I always felt supported, with access to great resources and people who genuinely wanted to see me succeed.
I feel lucky to have gone through the process with my friends. Having that shared expierence makes a big impact, creates a strong sense of camaraderie, and it makes celebrating the milestones and exam results together even more rewarding.
Brian O'Malley - Tax
Learning doesn't stop when you join KPMG.
With industry-leading training, professional qualifications, coaching and real-world experience, you'll have the support you need to grow your skills, build confidence and shape your future.
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