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Do not waste your money on the general ielts test, accountants have to sit the academic test.

Hi, Have you asked your current mortgage provider if you can rent the property out?

Thanks Pom Queen. I think the silence speaks volumes though!

Hi all, Is there any CIMA qualified management accountants heading to/already in Darwin? Any information on your experience of finding suitable employment in Darwin would be appreciated. Regards Simon

Thanks for clearing that up!! So, I could still get a positive skills assessment from CPA or alternative bodies, but without the points being awarded due to not having enough post qualification time (min 3 years - 5 points). Simon

Rupert, Thanks for your reply. This earlier post suggests that you do not need CPA membership to lodge an EOI. My understanding (although becoming increasingly confused) is that the main reason for applying for a skills assessment through CPA is to gain membership which will then give you a better chance of being invited to lodge a visa application. So, if you receive a positive skills assessment does that mean that you will be eligible for CPA membership? My understanding is that the two go together, but Alan suggests that you don't need membership..... Can you advise on the following process that I think I need to go through: 1. IELTS exam (min 7's) - required for accountants 2. Apply for Skills Assessment (my understanding of this is that if you are not successful and do not gain membership from CPA, your process ends here!!) 3. Expression of Interest 4. Hope for invitation to lodge Visa Your advice is appreciated. Simon

Hi all, I would like know the definitive position on whether or not CPA Australia only view post qualification experience as 'relevant experience'. I have also recently been accredited ACMA status by CIMA. There are 2 main parts to gaining accreditation which I am sure Becky is familiar with. The first part, funnily enough, is to pass all the exams, but the 2nd part is to provide CIMA assessors with a Practical Experience Record. This has to include a MINIMUM of 3 years relevant practical experience. Does anybody know the reason why CPA would only consider post qualification experience? It appears from this forum that even if your skills assessment is negative you could still lodge an EOI. Presumably the chances of an invitation would be reduced? I would appreciate advice on this issue. Thanks Simon