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Mid 30 career change with CIMA -realistic?
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So its not the financial sector you want to work in but commerceRoselondon wrote: »AP007, I have no interest working in a firm. To work in a commercial/industrial environment would make me feel more comfortable.We’ve had to remove your signature. Please check the Forum Rules if you’re unsure why it’s been removed and, if still unsure, email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0 -
Roselondon wrote: »I always want to make more responsible decision than my boss (and his boss) wants. Feeling very much frustrated, as business nowadays is run short-term focused.
There are jobs specifically in strategy or planning. I'm not sure what the best route into that from a purchasing background would be though.
Or maybe a management consultant?Saving for deposit: Finished! :j
House buying: Finished!
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Sorry for being imprecise with my word. Right, I want to work in commerce as a management accountant.
Yes, I am ready to start from junior level. Would this make it possible to happen? Still a bit struggle?0 -
I thought a MBA degree might help. But there are so many out there and it makes the degree feeling empty.0
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Lizling, I don't think I would be capable to be a consultant - according to my impression, telling truth would be a big flaw as a consultant... No offence. You really need to say what the client want to hear the most, probably not necessary to be what they shall hear...0
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AP007, would it be reasonable for me to think there will be companies give me a chance to start from junior level?0
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Well I am applying for junior roles with no luck and I have 20 years exp up to Trial Balance and doing balance sheet recs so I have no idea how someone with no experience will fair.Roselondon wrote: »Sorry for being imprecise with my word. Right, I want to work in commerce as a management accountant.
Yes, I am ready to start from junior level. Would this make it possible to happen? Still a bit struggle?We’ve had to remove your signature. Please check the Forum Rules if you’re unsure why it’s been removed and, if still unsure, email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0 -
Roselondon wrote: »Lizling, I don't think I would be capable to be a consultant - according to my impression, telling truth would be a big flaw as a consultant... No offence. You really need to say what the client want to hear the most, probably not necessary to be what they shall hear...
Ah, probably true. I was focussing more on being able to guide people towards better decisions and having an MBA.Saving for deposit: Finished! :j
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Depends if they want someone with no experience and are willing to train you upRoselondon wrote: »AP007, would it be reasonable for me to think there will be companies give me a chance to start from junior level?
I have never worked with anyone who has no experience yet companies do take people on with little to none. I you are willing to study that makes a bit of difference I guessWe’ve had to remove your signature. Please check the Forum Rules if you’re unsure why it’s been removed and, if still unsure, email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0 -
Well...probably I shall start from being an accountant to begin with? ...0
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