QUOTE(peter_pj @ Oct 9 2008, 02:03 PM)
I know that in PwC, you need to have either a degree or ACCA to join as a new associate - starting salary RM2,600+.
However, they don't usually encourage those who are still pursuing their ACCA to join, but on rare occasion that they take in, you will enter as a tax assistant - salary around RM1,500+.
note: salary numbers there are pre-July 2008 adjustments made in PwC.
The actual work that you do would be as a tax assistant is the same as an associate so I personally feel that it's no point entering PwC and getting chicken feed for the same responsibilities.
I am not sure about the other Big 4's. So others, kindly update on his query.
thanks for the advise

i would deeply consider that.
hmphh, by the way is it that in most situations they'll allocate u to the tax department? or any other department such as external audit upon request?
if as for other working field with salary of rm1500 that would be quite pleasant

any other ppl out there who can provide me with more detailed info?
appreciate a lot for it!
one more thing, since the working is so tense in the big 4, any small-medium size accounting firm to recommend best for an OBU degree student to gain sufficient experience & furthermore enhance knowledge in ACCA part 3 studies?
anyone who can double confirm the market rate of an OBU degree working either in the big 4 or any other accounting firms?