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Build a Global Finance Career with CPA Australia

Take control of your career with CPA Australia! Gain global recognition, master advanced financial skills, and join a network of elite professionals shaping the future of business. Start your journey today and unlock a world of opportunities.

  • About CPA Australia Course

What is the CPA Australia Qualification?

The CPA (Certified Practising Accountant) designation, awarded by CPA Australia, is one of the world’s most respected credentials in finance and accounting. With 174,000+ members working across 100+ countries, CPA Australia is not simply a technical accounting qualification – it is a designation that signals strategic business leadership. CPA members hold CFO, Finance Director, and regional business leadership roles at the world’s most respected organisations.

Progressive Curriculum

In today’s dynamic world, staying ahead requires upgraded skills that prepare the next generation for an ever-expanding range of successful and fulfilling careers.

Flexible Learning Path

Whether you’re a fresh graduate or already working, CPA Australia gives you the flexibility to decide when to start your qualification - right after graduation

Global Career Opportunities

CPA Australia has over 450 Recognised Employer Partners across 100+ countries, but it also offers mutual recognition in several nations so you can seamlessly migrate, work, and grow in the industry.

Advantages of Enrolling with GLOBALFTI

How You Benefit from Learning at GLOBALFTI

Learn with experienced finance professionals through flexible, live online classes, personalised mentoring, and exam-focused guidance.

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Support Until You Pass

Eligible full-tuition learners can repeat coaching without any additional tuition charge after full payment subject to T&C.

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India's First CPA Australia Registered Tuition Provider

GLOBALFTI is India's First CPA Australia Registered Tuition Provider - a status listed on CPA Australia's official website. Under India, one provider is listed.

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Live Online Classes with Full Faculty Access

All classes are delivered online with direct access to faculty throughout the programme. Live sessions, recorded lectures, and LMS access ensure no session is ever missed .

GlobalFTI alumni working in global finance careers after ACCA and CPA Australia certification

GSL Coaching Built for Indian CAs

Global Strategy and Leadership, the capstone subject, uses a case study format that is materially different from Indian CA examination. Many technically strong CAs underestimate this transition.

Audit students developing professional judgement through practical case analysis

Professional Coaching Since 2007

GLOBALFTI has been operating since 2007. The organisation has trained 50,000+ students across all courses. The institutional knowledge of how Indian professionals prepare for exam is embedded in every session.

ACCA-qualified faculty at GLOBALFTI providing expert guidance and industry-focused preparation to ACCA students.

Qualified Faculty with Industry Experience

Learn from accomplished finance and accounting professionals who combine strong academic credentials with extensive industry expertise.

  • Why Study CPA Australia with GLOBALFTI?

Your CPA Success Starts at GLOBALFTI

At GLOBALFTI, we believe that success in the CPA Australia qualification requires more than completing the course syllabus. It requires a strong conceptual foundation, consistent preparation, expert guidance, and the confidence to apply accounting and finance knowledge in real-world professional situations. Our learning approach brings together expert faculty, structured learning, personalized mentoring, and exam-focused training to support students throughout their CPA Australia journey.

Our experienced faculty simplify complex concepts and provide practical insights that help students develop a deeper understanding of accounting, finance, business strategy, and professional practice. 

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  • Course Structure

CPA Australia Course Structure - 6 Subjects

Ethics and Governance

Ethics and Governance develops the professional judgement needed to handle ethical issues and understand how organisations are governed. It explores the accountant’s responsibilities, regulatory requirements, stakeholder expectations and corporate accountability.

Topics covered

  • The role of accountants in society
  • Professional ethics and ethical decision-making
  • Corporate governance concepts and frameworks
  • Governance in practice and stakeholder responsibilities
  • Corporate accountability and sustainability

Financial Reporting

Financial Reporting builds the skills to apply International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and prepare general-purpose financial statements. It focuses on interpreting reporting requirements, applying professional judgement and communicating reliable financial information to stakeholders.

Topics covered

  • The purpose and importance of financial reporting
  • Presentation of financial statements
  • Revenue, provisions and contingent items
  • Income taxes
  • Business combinations and group accounting
  • Financial instruments and asset impairment

Strategic Management Accounting

Strategic Management Accounting shows how accountants use financial and operational information to support business strategy. You will study decision-making, planning, project and performance management, and tools that help organisations create and manage value. 

Topics covered

  • The role of strategic management accounting
  • Information for business decisions
  • Planning, budgeting and forecasting
  • Project management
  • Performance measurement and management
  • Tools for creating and managing value

Global Strategy and Leadership

Global Strategy and Leadership is the capstone subject of the CPA Program. It brings together ethics, financial reporting and strategic management accounting to help you analyse business environments, develop strategies and lead their implementation.

Topics covered

  • The foundations of strategy and leadership
  • Analysis of the external and internal business environment
  • Product and market development
  • Developing a strategic plan
  • Implementing strategy
  • Leading strategic change

Advanced Audit and Assurance

The Advanced Audit and Assurance subject develops your understanding of audit and assurance engagements, including audit planning, execution, reporting, professional ethics, fraud assessment, and audit evidence evaluation. It introduces international auditing standards, quality management requirements, and contemporary developments in assurance services.

Through practical case studies, you will learn how auditors apply professional judgement, manage risk, and deliver high-quality assurance engagements in both private and public sector environments.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, you will be able to:

  • Apply audit and assurance frameworks and standards.
  • Understand auditors’ ethical and professional responsibilities.
  • Plan, perform, and evaluate audit engagements.
  • Assess fraud risks and going concern issues.
  • Analyse audit evidence and reporting requirements.
  • Understand different types of assurance engagements.

Exam Structure

  • Format: Multiple-choice questions

Subject Modules

  1. Auditing and Assurance Framework
  2. Audit Planning
  3. Audit Execution
  4. Audit Conclusions and Reporting
  5. Other Assurance Engagements

Module Weighting: Each module carries 20% of the exam and recommended study time.

Contemporary Business Issues

The Contemporary Business Issues subject explores the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s business and accounting environment. It helps develop a future-focused mindset by examining emerging global trends, technological change, sustainability, stakeholder management, and the evolving role of accountants as strategic business advisors.

This elective subject prepares professionals to adapt to change, think critically, uphold ethical standards, and contribute to effective business decision-making.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion, you will be able to:

  • Analyse contemporary and emerging business issues.
  • Understand the evolving role of accountants in a changing world.
  • Evaluate human and natural resource management practices.
  • Manage diverse stakeholder expectations effectively.
  • Apply professional curiosity, critical thinking, and ethical judgement.

Exam Structure:

  • Format: Multiple-choice questions

Subject Modules

  1. Future Accounting Skills
  2. Contemporary Business Models and Financing
  3. Contemporary Human Resource Management
  4. Future of Natural Resource Management
  5. Contemporary Stakeholder Management

Module Weighting: Modules carry between 15% and 25% of the exam and recommended study time.

Financial Risk Management

The Financial Risk Management subject equips professionals with the skills to identify, assess, and manage financial risks in a dynamic business environment. It covers funding, liquidity, credit, market, operational, and climate-related risks, along with the use of financial instruments and derivatives to support effective risk management.

This elective subject helps develop practical knowledge of risk assessment, investment evaluation, and financial decision-making.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, you will be able to:

  • Understand financial risk management frameworks.
  • Identify and evaluate key financial risks.
  • Manage funding, liquidity, and investment decisions.
  • Apply derivatives and hedging strategies.
  • Advise on financial instruments for risk mitigation.
  • Understand regulatory requirements and risk controls.

Exam Structure

  • Format: Multiple-choice questions

Subject Modules

  1. Introduction to Financial Risk Management
  2. Management of Liquidity, Debt and Equity
  3. Financing and Evaluating Investments
  4. Derivatives
  5. Interest Rate Risk Management
  6. Foreign Exchange and Commodity Risk Management
  7. Accounting for Derivatives and Hedge Relationships
  8. Controlling Risks

Module Weighting: Modules carry between 10% and 14% of the exam and recommended study time.

Digital Finance

The Digital Finance subject helps accounting and finance professionals understand and navigate the rapidly evolving world of digital technologies. It covers emerging trends such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, robotic process automation (RPA), digital payments, digital currencies, big data, and data analytics.

Students gain practical insights into how technology is transforming finance, while also exploring governance, risk management, and regulatory considerations.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion, you will be able to:

  • Understand key digital finance technologies and trends.
  • Apply digital finance concepts to business decision-making.
  • Interpret and analyse financial data effectively.
  • Evaluate the impact of technology on finance functions.
  • Understand governance, risk, and regulatory requirements in a digital environment.

Exam Structure:

  • Format: Multiple-choice questions

Subject Modules

  1. The Digital Finance Ecosystem
  2. Future of Money
  3. Technology and its Use in Finance
  4. Data Analytics, Interpretation and Visualisation
  5. Risk Management, Governance and Regulation

Module Weighting: Modules carry between 15% and 25% of the exam and recommended study time.

Elective Subjects

CPA Australia candidates can choose two elective subjects based on their career goals and prior academic qualifications.

  • If you have completed recognised studies in taxation and auditing, you may choose any two electives.
  • If taxation is a compulsory requirement and you have not completed recognised tax studies, you must take Australia Taxation, Australia Taxation – Advanced, or an approved local taxation variant.
  • If auditing is a compulsory requirement and you have not completed recognised audit studies, you must take Advanced Audit and Assurance.

Available Electives Include:

  • Australia Taxation
  • Australia Taxation – Advanced
  • Hong Kong Taxation
  • Malaysia Taxation
  • New Zealand Taxation Studies
  • Singapore Taxation
  • Fiji Taxation

These electives allow you to specialise in areas such as audit, taxation, financial management, digital finance, and business advisory while aligning your studies with your professional career objectives.

Your Experience requirement
To become a CPA, you need to complete 36 months of relevant full-time experience, or the part-time equivalent. To calculate part- time experience, use the following formula: (Your weekly part-time hours + 35) x months worked full-time equivalent (months). While accumulating your experience, you must demonstrate 10 skills across four categories. This must include:
  • four technical skills
  • two personal effectiveness skills
  • two business skills
  • two leadership skills
Each role must include at least one relevant technical skill from the skills list to count towards Your Experience.

Gaining experience
Experience can be gained at any time, including:
  • Before or during your CPA Program studies
  • Through relevant volunteer work
  • Through eligible work experience completed during university
  • From roles you may already be working in

Please note:
  • You cannot claim the same skill across multiple roles
  • You cannot claim concurrent employment
  • Learn Anytime, Anywhere

Online CPA Classes

Learn your way with expert-led live online classes, unlimited access to recorded sessions, and a flexible study schedule designed for working professionals. Stay on track with structured learning, wherever and whenever it suits you.

Live Interactive Sessions

Interactive live sessions with real-time doubt resolution and exam-focused teaching designed to help you understand concepts, apply them confidently, and stay on track for success. Learn directly from experienced industry professionals.

Flexible Learning

Study at your own pace without putting your career on hold. Whether you’re travelling, managing project deadlines, or navigating busy work periods, every class is recorded and uploaded to the LMS within 24 hours for convenient access anytime.

Support until you pass

Eligible full-tuition learners can repeat coaching without any additional tuition charge after full payment subject to T&C.

  • Registrations Are Now Open
Prepare for the CPA Australia programme with GLOBALFTI’s structured, expert-led online classes designed to help you build strong knowledge in accounting, finance, taxation, audit, and strategic business decision-making. Registrations are now open. Fill in your details to explore the CPA Australia online class schedule and reserve your spot for a free demo session. Experience our online teaching methodology, interact with our faculty, and discover how CPA Australia can help you advance your global accounting career.
Program Guide
  • CPA Australia Course Fees

CPA Australia Fees - Body Fees and GLOBALFTI Tuition ​

Membership Fee

Application Fee

$205 AUD

Application Review Fee

$102.50 AUD

First-year Membership

Associate (full year)
$363 AUD

First-year Membership

CPA or FCPA (full year)
$807 AUD

CPA Programme Fee

Subject Enrollment (early bird)

$1416 AUD per paper

Subject Enrollment

$1597 AUD per paper

Subject Material Re-order

$112 AUD

Foundation Exam Fee

Exam Enrollment

$388 AUD per paper

Extension Fee

(per month to max of 6 months)
$84 AUD

Change Exam Appointment

(24 to 72 hours before
scheduled exam appointment)
$40 AUD

GFTI Tuition Fees

Foundation per paper

Rs 23,600

Program level per paper

Rs 29,500
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30% discount
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%Above Fees Includes 18% GST

CPA Australia body fees: 2026 global schedule, checked 8 October 2026. Membership category, region, enrolment timing and applicable concessions affect payable fees. Not every listed charge applies to every candidate. Check the current official fee schedule.

GLOBALFTI tuition (including 18% GST): Foundation ₹23,600 per paper; Foundation package ₹94,400; CPA Program ₹29,500 per subject; CPA Program package ₹1,77,000; MRA/GSL ₹29,500. A 30% offer is available for eligible package deals. Ask for a written quote confirming package coverage and whether the quoted amount already includes the offer; do not deduct it again automatically. CPA Australia fees are separate.

  • Our Industry Expert Faculties

Guided by Professionals.
Built for Global Careers.

At GLOBALFTI, our faculty brings together academic excellence and real-world industry expertise to deliver career-focused learning. Guided by experienced professionals, students gain practical insights, global exposure, and mentorship that prepares them for success in today’s competitive world.

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Industries and Typical Roles

What are the Industry-Specific Job Roles After CPA Australia?

A CPA Australia qualification opens doors across a wide range of industries, equipping professionals with expertise in finance, accounting, auditing, taxation, risk management, and business strategy.

Banking and Audit Firms

Credit Analyst, Risk Manager, Financial Advisor, Treasury Analyst, Audit Associate, Tax Consultant, Advisory Analyst

IT and FinTech

Finance Business Partner, Product Analyst, FP&A Manager, Plant Finance Manager, Cost Controller, Management Accountant

Consulting And Advisory

Strategy Consultant, Financial Consultant, Transaction Services Analyst, Compliance Officer, Risk Analyst, Internal Auditor
  • FAQs

Everything You Need to Know About Our Finance Courses

Browse our FAQs for detailed information on programme structure, certifications, assessments, and global career pathways.

CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest professional accounting bodies, with 174,000+ members in 100+ countries. The CPA designation is awarded to finance and accounting professionals who complete the CPA Program — six subjects covering financial reporting, strategic management accounting, ethics, governance, and global business strategy — and satisfy the Practical Experience Requirement. In India, CPA Australia is most relevant to three audiences: working finance professionals targeting senior and leadership roles in Asia-Pacific or Gulf markets; qualified Indian CAs seeking global recognition via the ICAI MRA pathway; and BCom or MBA graduates with a specific international career destination. It is primarily a working professional qualification, not an entry-level programme.

The CPA Program has six subjects: four compulsory — Ethics and Governance, Financial Reporting, Strategic Management Accounting, and Global Strategy and Leadership — and two electives chosen from six options. CPA Australia’s published exam windows are 5–20 October 2026 and 12–27 April 2027. Dates are subject to change and appointment availability varies by location. Most candidates complete the programme in 2–3 years sitting one to two subjects per semester. For Indian CAs using the ICAI MRA pathway, only one subject — Global Strategy and Leadership — is required, plus one self-paced online module.

The ICAI Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with CPA Australia allows qualified Indian Chartered Accountants to become full CPA Australia members by completing just two requirements: the Global Strategy and Leadership subject (one exam) and the Better Practice in Governance and Accountability online module (self-paced multiple-choice assessment). Your existing ICAI CA qualification satisfies all other CPA Program requirements. Both items must be completed within two years of joining CPA Australia. Eligibility requires a current ICAI CA membership and either a degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor’s degree or five or more years of relevant professional experience. GLOBALFTI’s GSL coaching is specifically designed for ICAI members navigating this route.

Your budget has two separate components: CPA Australia body fees and GLOBALFTI tuition. Body fees depend on your membership category, subjects, entry pathway and enrolment timing; check CPA Australia’s current schedule before paying.

Management-confirmed GLOBALFTI tuition, including 18% GST: Foundation ₹23,600 per paper; Foundation package ₹94,400; CPA Program ₹29,500 per subject; CPA Program package ₹1,77,000; MRA/GSL coaching ₹29,500.

A 30% package-deal offer is available to eligible package buyers. Obtain a written quote confirming the package scope and final payable amount; do not assume a further 30% reduction from the listed package prices. CPA Australia application, membership, examination and other body fees are separate.

Yes — the programme is specifically designed for working professionals. CPA Australia’s published exam windows are 5–20 October 2026 and 12–27 April 2027. Dates are subject to change and appointment availability varies by location. You choose when to sit and which subjects to attempt each semester. GLOBALFTI delivers all classes online with recorded sessions on the LMS — study around your work schedule, travel, and peak periods. Most working professionals complete the programme in 2–3 years sitting one to two subjects per semester.

The programme can be completed in as little as two years sitting three subjects per year. Most professionals complete it in 2–3 years at one to two subjects per semester. For Indian CAs using the ICAI MRA pathway, completion time is one semester — approximately 12–16 weeks of active study for Global Strategy and Leadership, plus 2–4 weeks for the Better Practice module. The full MRA pathway must be completed within two years of joining CPA Australia.

CPA Australia members hold finance leadership roles across 100+ countries. In India, CPA-qualified professionals typically earn ₹10–30 LPA at mid-senior levels. In Australia, average CPA salaries range from AUD 68,000 to AUD 130,000+. In the Gulf, finance leadership packages typically range from AED 120,000 to AED 240,000+. CPA Australia’s 450+ Recognised Employer Partners include the Big 4, major MNCs, government bodies, and financial institutions across Asia-Pacific, the Gulf, and beyond. The designation carries particular strength for roles in Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Gulf finance markets.

GLOBALFTI is listed by CPA Australia as India’s Registered Tuition Provider on the official CPA Australia Professional Tuition page. GLOBALFTI is listed as the provider offering tuition for all four compulsory CPA Program subjects. This status means GLOBALFTI’s coaching is officially aligned to the current CPA Australia examination materials and our students receive access to CPA Australia’s approved study resources. Our faculty holds CA (ICAI), CPA Australia, and CISA designations.