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Full-time

6 semesters | 180 ECTS

Bachelor of Arts in Business (BA)

German, partly English

Semester abroad | professional practical training  

Double Degree optional

Currently no tuition fee | ÖH contribution

Collaboration with KSW

A strong start to a career in tax consulting and auditing

 


Who is KSW?

The KSW, Kammer der Steuerberater und Wirtschaftsprüfer is the umbrella organization for tax advisors as well as auditors in Austria. Its members are specialists in tax consulting, auditing, accounting and balance sheets. The main tasks of the KSW include:

 
  • The holding of examinations to become a tax advisor or auditor
  • The granting of professional authorization
  • The public appointment of persons as chartered accountants
  • The recognition of companies as public accountants
  • Recording and recording of all data of members relevant to the profession
  • Various administrative procedures under professional law
  • The peer review of legislation
  • The promotion of continuing education
  • The professional information of the members, especially about tax law innovations
  • Member service

 

What is KSW's collaboration with the FHV?

The cooperation between KSW and FHV is based on the common goal of promoting good education and, subsequently, good, attractive jobs. The FHV offers students with the bachelor's degree programme in International Business Administration and master's degree programme in Business Administration - specialisation Accounting, Controlling and Finance a sound education as a solid basis for starting a career in the field of tax consultancy and auditing. 
 
To mark the 70th anniversary of the Chamber and the 25th anniversary of the Academy, KSW and the Academy of Tax Consultants and Auditors launched the Junior Accounting Award, which was presented for the seventh time in 2025. FHV students can submit their bachelor's and master's theses in the fields of accounting and taxation. The theses are evaluated not only on scientific criteria, but also on their topicality, practical relevance, independence and relevance to the profession and the Vorarlberg economy.

 

Work placements and jobs in tax consulting and auditing

Tax consultant and auditor are important professions for the future. Job prospects are varied, from working in Austrian and international law firms to self-employment and management positions in companies.

Are you aiming for a career in tax consulting or auditing? Ober are you looking for an internship or a job?

The KSW will gladly support you and forward your documents to the law firms. If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Jürgen Reiner, Regional President of KSW and the KSW team in Vorarlberg (vorarlberg@ksw.or.at).