How do I switch careers from accounting to computer programming?

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It would be slightly challenging to switch careers from accounting to computer programming. However, after taking bridge courses to study the fundamentals of programming, you can change careers. You can take the following courses to switch careers: 1. A Master of Science in Computer Science 2. A Master of Science in Computer Communication 3. Advanced Diploma in Software Development 4. PG Diploma in Applied Computer Science 5. Certificate course in Introduction to Computer Science and Programming.

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Coming from an accounting background can be particularly useful for those wanting to switch careers to become a software engineer. Learning software engineering expands upon your current skill set and utilizes your prior experience, particularly if you want to work in a tech role in the financial industry. Outside of an accounting skill set and accountant experiences, there are a suite of transferable skills (more on that below), but there is also a culture and mentality of being detail-oriented and rigorous that is easily applied to writing and debugging code. Further, the accounting industry requires a strong level of professionalism and networking throughout the year, which transfers well to conducting peer code reviews and working on a team of software engineers. It takes a team effort to get projects completed in every organisation, and understanding your experience of doing the same but from the accounting perspective can enhance the technical journey.

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Yes, you can switch but in starting for the academic year though you have to talk with your college teachers and inform them about your issues.

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