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Why I chose to work at BDO over the Big 4
There will be more than just one reason why you decide an employer is the best fit for you. During a recent lively webinar with four BDO employees, all of whom have had previous experience at Big 4 firms, this was very evident. From the variety of colleagues and clients, to having an impact, to flexibility and autonomy… discover their reasons for applying to and joining BDO, and staying with the firm.


Ten top tips on applying to BDO
There are four key steps in the BDO graduate application process: pre-application planning, the online application, the interactive assessment and the virtual assessment centre. Here are ten quick tips for making your application a success, whatever stage you’re at.


The Big 4’s entry criteria and your graduate job application
All the Big 4 firms have made significant changes to their academic entry requirements in recent years, giving hope to students whose applications in previous years would not have got through initial screening. How will these changes affect your chances of getting employed by EY, Deloitte, KPMG or PwC?

How to ace an accounting interview: a complete guide
Don't be fazed by graduate recruiters when you're interviewed for an accountancy or financial management job. Solid preparation can make all the difference.


How to prepare for Deloitte's interview questions
Discover targetjobs’ advice for crafting strong answers to Deloitte’s interview questions and improve your prospects of securing a graduate role at the ‘Big 4’ consultancy.

10 key facts to know about CIMA
Want to learn more about CIMA? Here are 10 things you should know about this professional body for management accountants.
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Your guide to the Deloitte application process: from start to finish
Deloitte is one of the most competitive and prestigious consulting firms for graduates in the UK and beyond. Whether you’re applying for Audit and Assurance, Technology, Consulting, or any of the other pathways, understanding Deloitte’s unique application process is essential to success.

Construction interview questions and how to answer
Got an interview for a graduate job in civil engineering, construction or surveying? Prep by practising answers to these questions, gleaned from top construction recruiters.

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Thinking of applying for Land and Planning with Bellway Homes?
First, get tips and advice from real life graduates, and do a task that you’d be expected to do in the role, to give yourself the best shot.


'What can you bring to the company?' Tricky graduate interview question
The secret to answering interview questions about what you’d add to an employer if you were hired is to combine good self-knowledge with excellent employer research.


Gap year ideas and how to plan a year out after graduating
We present a range of gap year ideas for recent graduates that’ll also boost your career prospects and suggest an overview of how to plan them.
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Working in South Korea
You’ll need a work visa to get a job in South Korea. Find out how to increase your chances of applying successfully to work in South Korea.
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