I studiied English in the university after which I worked in a bank for two years coming to have a lot of interest in finance as a result, I decided to study a professional course in accountancy (ACCA) and I like it actually, but people tell me that I will find it hard to get a job because english and accountiing do not match. I need some advice and opinion on this. Thanks to y'all.
2007-01-18 06:53:25 · 2 answers · asked by dagogo 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
It's irrelevant that you studied English in school..your biggest asset is that you worked in a bank and that gives you experience. In order to become a CPA, which is kind of like the course you took..you'd have to be certified and that just means taking more courses and passing their test. However, with your experience in a bank you should have no problem getting another job and then take those classes and move up. Don't let anyone tell you that ridiculous muck again :)
2007-01-18 07:06:36 · answer #1 · answered by cedarnsage 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fact that you studied English at university will have no bearing on your career prospects.
The big accountancy firms such as KPMG and Deloitte employ graduate trainees each year from a wide background of degree subjects not just accountancy.
This is because they are much more interested in the quality of your qualifications (ie. your degree class) as opposed to what you have studied and they are also interested in the sort of person that you are.
My advice to you is to work hard at studying for your ACCA exams as it will be worth it in the long run. Being an ACCA qualified chartered accountant really does open doors!
2007-01-20 14:39:31 · answer #2 · answered by dougietrotter1945 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋