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CLC: Online is a Canvas course with information on events and services offered by the Canaccord Learning Commons (CLC), including:
Self-enrol on Canvas here: https://canvas.ubc.ca/enroll/DKC69E
Join the UBC DAP Student Club for their upcoming panel event “Ask the Experts! – National 7 Firm Panel Session” on November 8th, 4-6 pm.
The club will be hosting firm reps from National 7 and CPABC for a Panel Interview to share their insights about their experience, career progression and culture of the company.
There will be an opportunity to ask your questions to the top in the industry followed by an open networking with free refreshments and a chance to win up to $100 worth of Gift cards.
Agenda for the Event:
Register by Scanning the QR Code or Visiting: https://linktr.ee/ubcdapsc
*Limited Capacity
As a reminder, we are offering a 7-part workshop series this term, which started on Tuesday, September 20th. This workshop series is comprised of 7 sequential workshops that will take you through each step of the career planning process, corresponding to one or more of our Career Toolkits. Not sure how to get started on the accounting career path? Don’t miss this opportunity for tailored guidance and exclusive tips to start you on your way!
The next workshop in this series will be held this Tuesday, October 25th and will focus on resume preparation.
When the time comes to submit your resume document to a company, you will need it to be in line with the norms of business culture, the labour market you are entering and to meet the expectation of those who will review it.
Watch your resume begin to take shape to fit the business and accounting field including Public Practice Firm Recruiting. See how your resume can stand out through formatting choices, placement of key information and incorporating industry and business terminology into your resume.
Learn about the approach of turning your work, volunteer and extra-curricular experience into expressive bullets that capture results, your skills and the scope of the successes you have brought to your previous roles.
As well, begin preparing your Reference List so it will be ready when a recruiter asks for it following an interview.
This workshop will be fully virtual and will be held from 4:45 to 6:15 pm PT and registration will be open until 11:59 pm pm on Monday, October 24th.
Preparing for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) exams can be daunting. Join Darren Degraaf, UBC instructor and CFA® charterholder, to learn about UBC CFA Exam Prep designed to help you master the skills to succeed on exam day.
Date: Wednesday October 26, 2022
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 pm PT
Location: Online (Zoom)
As a reminder, we are offering a 7-part workshop series this term, which started on Tuesday, September 20th. This workshop series is comprised of 7 sequential workshops that will take you through each step of the career planning process, corresponding to one or more of our Career Toolkits. Not sure how to get started on the accounting career path? Don’t miss this opportunity for tailored guidance and exclusive tips to start you on your way!
The next workshop in this series will be held this Tuesday, October 18th and will focus on online presence and personal branding.
Much like technology over the last 25 years, social media continues its steep trend of merging with business. In addition, the visual impact and content strength of your approach forms an impression known as your personal brand. Your personal branding in-person, online and on your written documents can truly impact people looking for new hires.
Making the efforts to increase your brand’s impact as a consistent expression of self-marketing and good communication to employers, human resources representatives and decision makers will take your job search to another level.
Prepare introductions, increase your visual impact and improve your social media presence and activity, including improving your LinkedIn profile.
This workshop will be fully virtual and will be held from 4:45 to 6:15 pm PT and registration will be open until 11:59 pm pm on Monday, October 17th.
| Date | Time | Event | Format | Description |
| October 4 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | CPABC Network Series ‘Welcome Back, Fireside Chats’ | In-person (Vancouver) | What is sustainability and what does it mean to be sustainable? Join us at this welcome back, in-person event for an intimate fireside chat with CPA panelists who will share their insight on the subject, their organizations’ commitment to sustainability, and their roles as CPAs within this specialty. Complimentary canapés and beverages served. Seats are limited. This event hosts a moderated panel discussion followed by networking for audience to engage in small group discussions, and questions and answers, with the panelists. |
| October 12 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Online CPABC Accounting Night in Canada | Online | Learn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) to get the CPA designation. This free information session will explain the admission requirements and the structure of the CPA program; and how to access free resources such as English language courses, mentorship and career counselling services from BC settlement agencies to help you attain your goals in becoming a CPA. |
| October 18 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | CPABC Q&A Webinar | Online | Join us for an online general Q & A session with CPABC Recruitment staff. In this interactive event, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about the admission requirements of the CPA program, how to apply, and any additional questions you may have about the program. This event is suitable for persons who have already attended a CPABC Information Session./td> |
| October 20 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | CPABC How To Series ‘Start a coffee chat’ | Online | This webinar features interactive breakout rooms and panelists who will share their personal experiences conducting coffee chats, advice on how to ask for a coffee chat, and why you should do it. We will also address some of the feelings of nervousness we may experience about how to start. If you have ever thought the following, this webinar is for you: – “I don’t know this person…how do I even ask them to speak with me?” – “Will they say no?” – “I don’t know what to say” or “I have nothing to contribute to the conversation.” – “Why do this if they aren’t offering me a job?” |
| October 27 | 5:00pm – 5:45pm | Conversation with a CPA | Online | Are you curious about what CPAs actually do? Join the conversation with Earl Reyes, CPA, CMA, Director of Business Enablement from JUDI.AI. Earl is an information technologist with many years of experience in banking, consulting, and the GRC (governance, risk, compliance) industry. You will have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting. |
Job searching is a process that involves many things. Having the correct mind-set and employing the right strategies makes a huge difference a job seekers success. So many candidates become frustrated with the results they are having not realizing that it is their approach that is their greatest obstacle – not the job market or the employers themselves.
Networking and making meaningful contacts in the realm of business, with companies, Public Practice Firms and their staff are key to becoming known in a sea of candidates and increase your chances of landing employment.
Identify ways to engage individuals to learn about your targeted industry, make contact successfully, create relationships and secure employment. See how you can increase your success when you meet new network contacts proactively or meet campus recruiting reps, managers and staff during campus events, office hours, info sessions, company events and student club activities.
This workshop will be hosted online from 4:45 to 6:15 pm PST and registration will be open until 11:59 pm on Sunday, September 25th.
RSVP on COOL here!
As a reminder, we are offering a 7-part workshop series this term, which starts on Tuesday, September 20th. This workshop series is comprised of 7 sequential workshops that will take you through each step of the career planning process, starting on September 20th, corresponding to one or more of our Career Toolkits. Not sure how to get started on the accounting career path? Don’t miss this opportunity for tailored guidance and exclusive tips to start you on your way!
Workshop 1 will focus on career research and developing an action plan to kick off a process of learning that will
empower you to navigate your next and any eventual career changes you may make. Putting the right pieces in place now will make the difference between your success or lack of it if your preparation lacks specific planning.
Understanding your strengths, values and motivators is a great foundation to begin your career planning, identifying your next career goal and reaching it in a timely fashion. Discover the best ways to pursue that goal through research,
gathering information and self-evaluation which will lead you to motivation, decision and action!
If your plan is not in place, is still in formation, you feel stuck, or if you need to define your goal and plans better, this workshop will give you the tools and process to get you there. You will be able to review important areas including your growth mindset, emotional intelligence and your alignment with the labour market and your potential career target.
This workshop will be fully virtual and will be held from 4:45 to 6:15 pm PT and registration will be open until 11:59 pm pm on Monday, September 19th.
Join DAP career coach, Russell Garrett, for DAP’s upcoming Careers in Accounting workshop series starting September 20th. This workshop series is comprised of 7 sequential workshops that will take you through each step of the career planning process, starting on September 20th, corresponding to one or more of our Career Toolkits. Not sure how to get started on the accounting career path? Don’t miss this opportunity for tailored guidance and exclusive tips to start you on your way!
All of the workshops will be held in-person at 4:45 to 6:15 pm PT, with an option to attend online for those who are unable to attend in-person. Registration for all 7 workshops is now open on COOL where you will have the option to select the in-person workshop or the online workshop (please make sure to only select one of the two for each workshop date).
Workshop 1 | Career Research & Action Plan – Tuesday, September 20th
Career Toolkit – Strengths, Values & Motivators, Role Alignment, Job Search, Career Research, SMART Career Goals, Career Mindset & Emotional Intelligence
Workshop 2 | Networking – Creating, Building & Maintaining Relationships – Tuesday, September 27th
Career Toolkit – Job Search, Networking & Informational Interviews
Workshop 3 | Online Presence & Personal Branding – Tuesday, October 18th
Career Toolkit – Online Presence & Personal Branding
Workshop 4 | Resumes that Get Employers’ Attention – Tuesday, October 25th
Career Toolkit – Resumes, Work & Volunteer Experience
Workshop 5 | The Power of Specific Cover Letters – Tuesday, November 1st
Career Toolkit – Cover Letters
Workshop 6 | Successful Interviewing – Tuesday, November 15th
Career Toolkit – Interviews
Workshop 7 | Navigating Job Offers, Salary and Your Future! – Tuesday, November 29th
Career Toolkit – Navigating the Offer