Work Experience
Virtual
Step Inside Accountancy
Job sector
Accounting, Banking & FinanceThis programme is open to anyone aged 13+
Certificate of completion
Over 7 hours worth of content
Overview
Who better yet to introduce you to the world of accountancy than the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) - the leaders in accountancy. You'll hear all about the organisation and how you can succeed in this fast-paced sector. Kickstart your career in accounting and get your application in today!
This programme links to careers such as: accountant (commercial and personal), auditor, actuary, CFO, insurance broker, data analyst and more. Subject links include: maths, computing, business and economics. Note: you don't need to study these subjects to apply for or enjoy the programme this is simply to give you an idea about which subjects tie most closely to a career in accountancy.
What's included
ICAEW will introduce you to the sector as well as the different career paths you could take. You'll hear from the experts, take part in quizzes and activities, and discover skills you didn't know you had! You'll also get the chance to question current professionals (who are just a few steps ahead of you) to find out more about application processes and their top tips.
Module 1: Accountancy in the UK
We're kicking off this event by taking a look at accountancy in the UK today; we'll share some history and explain how big this sector is, we'll even look at the current trends, so you get a well-rounded picture. You'll also hear some compelling reasons to pursue a career in accountancy, and we'll get you on the road by mapping out some of the career pathways.