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Can work integrated learning deliver employability? International post‐graduate accounting students

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  • Vanessa Crawford
  • Mark Brimble
  • Brett Freudenberg

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International students studying a Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA), or equivalent postgraduate degree in accounting, in Australia were designed to fill the skills shortage gap for accountants, but employability rates appear low at 25% compared to 75% for domestic graduates. University work integrated learning (WIL) programs have been implemented to provide opportunities to increase employability, yet participation rates for international students appear low. This study uses an exploratory, qualitative approach, with semi‐structured interviews of industry and students, to explore the participation rates, experiences and expectations of stakeholders in relation to WIL. Implications of the findings for stakeholders include preparation programs and simulated WIL opportunities.

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  • Vanessa Crawford & Mark Brimble & Brett Freudenberg, 2024. "Can work integrated learning deliver employability? International post‐graduate accounting students," Accounting and Finance, Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand, vol. 64(1), pages 1061-1082, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:acctfi:v:64:y:2024:i:1:p:1061-1082
    DOI: 10.1111/acfi.13182
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