New GSM rules confusion... please help!!

[just4anshul]

Hi,

I am planning to migrate permanently to Australia. I am applying for my MBA in Finance for Semester 1 2008. I have a few questions regarding the changes to the GSM from Sep 1st:

1. The only jobs that I could do after my MBA on the SOL were Finance Manager (60 pts), General Manager (60 pts), Management Consultant (50). Are there any other jobs that are likely to be approved by the Accessing Authorities for MBA graduates?

2. I manage only 115 pts (including 5 points for the 2 year Aussie education requirement). I can get the temp Skilled Graduate visa to get 1 year work ex (and thus 10 bonus points taking my tally to 125) in my nominated occupation, but then the new rules say that I will have to apply within 6 months of my degree. I am just confused how this will work. Because in 6 months I will just have 6 months of work experience and thus not get those bonus points. Is there a way around this?

Any help/advice will be appreciated.

Thanks.

A.

[thinker]

There is a way out for this...

Include "Finance" / "Accounting" in your MBA studies, nominate your occupation as "Accountant" (60 points) get your qualification assessed by ICAA or CPA australia. If they assess you suitable for the occupation, then you'll get an additional point of 15. The addl point is because the nominated occupation of "Accountant" is (now) in the MODL list.

You may also be eligible for another 5 points if you have a job offer for the occupation of "Accountant" at the time of your application.

Also in the new requirements, you'll be awarded more points if you score more in your IELTS tests.

Hope this helps!