Accounting is a competitive professional discipline assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
Core Requirements for Positive Skills Assessment
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Mandatory Academic Core Knowledge Areas: Degree must cover mandatory competency areas including financial accounting, management accounting, taxation law, and audit.
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English Requirement: Minimum Academic IELTS 7.0 in all bands or PTE 65 in all bands (or completion of an Accounting Professional Year program).
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Strategic Regional Pathways (Subclass 491): Because Subclass 189 cutoffs can be 90–100 points, regional nomination (491) in WA, SA, or Regional NSW provides a decisive advantage.