Undertake internships, work experience and vacation work during your studies. CPA Australia and ICAA (Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia) have information on these opportunities on their websites.
Graduate accountants are usually expected to undertake the CA or CPA qualification within the first year or two of starting work.
Managers in corporate settings may obtain a MBA degree after several years of work experience.
Join accounting professional associations (e.g. CPA Australia and ICCA) as a student member to gain knowledge about the accounting profession.
Certifications available through the professional associations may increase job marketability in some areas of accounting.