IN the accounting, banking and finance industry, having the right qualifications can take you places in terms of job prospects and diversity of projects. It helps you to get a foot in the door for bigger, more attractive opportunities. Whether you have just graduated with a degree or you are planning to take a year off work to upskill or earn a professional qualification in this field, there is a certification to fit your needs.
There are, however, several drawbacks to attaining professional accreditations. Among them are that some professional certifications require prior work experience before enrolment and the programme can take years to complete. This can then incur both a longer time spent outside the workforce and higher costs to finance your living and studies.