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ICAEW's community supports students with mentorship, networking, and specialised resources, crucial for academic and career success in accountancy.

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Becoming a chartered accountant is the gateway to a career spent creating positive change and shaping economies, communities and the world around you.
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How to become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant

Are you ready to become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant, but you're not sure where to start? Discover what the ACA is, how you can begin your training and the options available.
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This is community

Your community is vital in building a successful career path. Watch how does ICAEW and the ACA helps you create a strong community.

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Ashwini's ACA journey

Ashwini Poopalasingham started studying for the ACA in 2021 and we are following her throughout her journey. Catch up with her progress as she studies for the ACA.

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Developing your networks in academia

You can use this interactive resource to support you in your development as a researcher in academia. It provides a framework for you to enlist support, share your work and publish your research.

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Student societies: building communities

As Chair of London’s student society, Sunny Yang is helping to create a modern, inclusive community. He tells us about some of the latest initiatives.

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Personal branding: the key to your career

In this episode of the ICAEW Student Insights podcast, host Jag Dhaliwal learns how personal branding is essential to achieving your career goals.

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Information, insights, guidance and networking opportunities on a range of industry sectors, professional specialisms and at various stages throughout your career.

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caba helps the ICAEW community thrive through everyday situations to exceptional life-changing circumstances.

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Everyone's welcome

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, the ICAEW Student Council (ISC) and student societies lead by example, giving students a voice and helping to drive change.

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This brochure discovers routes into becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant from all experience levels.
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Are you considering a career in chartered accountancy but unsure where to start? Our quick and easy quiz is designed to help you find the perfect route into the profession that aligns with your aspirations and learning style.
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