Accounting studies: the path to become an expert-comptable
The official French pathway to become an expert-comptable is built around the DCG, DSCG, a three-year internship and the DEC.
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Accounting studies: the path to become an expert-comptable
Updated March 2026 - The official pathway is built around the DCG, DSCG and DEC, with a three-year professional internship.
See also The DEC, Memorialist status and Code of ethics.
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Conclusion
The French accounting profession path remains demanding, structured and strongly connected to practice.
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Article written by Samuel HAYOT
Chartered Accountant, registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
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