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UBC DAP Meet and Greet Event with free pizza and LinkedIn headshots on Thursday February 13!

UBC DAP will be hosting a Meet and Greet on Thursday February 13th! Come take a break, enjoy some free pizza with your fellow peers before your class begins and get a free professional LinkedIn headshot.

  • Time: Thursday February 13 from 4PM – 6PM
  • Location: ANGU 237

What’s included:

Free pizza, until it’s gone

Free professional LinkedIn headshot:

  • Headshots will be taken from the waist up. If you are planning on getting a headshot, professional attire on the top is recommended (jeans are okay).
  • Bring your student ID to check in for the headshot

How to register:

No registration needed. This event is open to all current DAP students and is drop-in only.

Have a hybrid (online) class on Thursday?

We’ve booked ANGU 291 from 6:30 – 9:30pm for any students who wish to use the space for hybrid classes. Please remember to bring headphones as you’ll be sharing the space with other students.

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DAPSC Alumni Night Feb 10 – Connect with Alumni & Faculty!


Join DAPSC for an engaging evening with DAP alumni as they share how the program shaped their career paths. Faculty members will also be present to offer valuable industry insights.

This event is perfect for anyone looking to:
• Learn more about specific firms
• Explore career paths and work-life insights
• Network with alumni and industry professionals

⏰ When: Monday, February 10th, 3:45–6:00 PM
Where: UBC Sauder Building, Birmingham Room
Dress Code: Business Casual

We can’t wait to see you there! Don’t miss out! Register for Alumni Night here:

Register Here
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Explore Upcoming Career Events with RSM and Learn About RSM Scholarships Worth $30,000 CAD!

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1. New Paths to Great Careers – February 4. Registration available until February 4


Explore RSM
Learn about potential careers, gain insights on what life is like at RSM, and discover how we empower our people to make a deeper impact.
RSM is the nation’s leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services focused on the middle market. Our focus on the middle market provides our people more hands-on opportunities to make a meaningful impact on our clients, colleagues and communities.

Event Details:


What to expect?

  • Flexibility – drop in networking that’s convenient for you; no need to stay the whole time! 
  • Engage in 1-on-1 chats with recent graduates and those working at RSM.
  • Casual engagement environment.
  • Learn more about our firm and what opportunities best fit your interests and passions.

2. Pathways – March 7. Deadline to apply: February 28


RSM is currently recruiting 2nd and 3rd year students pursuing a degree related to accounting, business, or I.T. to attend their Pathways experience! Pathways allows students to explore career opportunities and get an inside look at what RSM is all about! 

Event Details: 

  • Date: Friday, March 7, 2025
  • APPLY HERE
  • Eligibility: To participate, you must currently be enrolled in an accredited degree/diploma program, with an expected completion within the next 2 or more years. 
  • Pursuing a degree related to accounting, business or IT related (information systems, computer science, analytics, supply chain etc..) 
  • Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of the RSM Pathways program, designed to accommodate busy schedules. Feel free to join or leave sessions as needed to balance your class and work commitments. 

What to expect:   

  • Experience our unrivaled, inclusive culture and get to know our firm   
  • Discover potential careers in Assurance, Tax and Consulting
  • Network with RSM professionals from across the U.S. and Canada 
  • Get an inside look at the RSM internship experience and learn how to land one 

Scholarship

1. RSM Scholarship Program – Apply by February 28

 
RSM is excited to continue their scholarship program for business and technology students and now accepting applications.
In total, the firm’s Foundation will provide $30,000(CAD) in scholarships to four students for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Power Your Education Canada Scholarships:

  • Four students will each be awarded a $7,500(CAD) scholarship
  • Open to those two to three years away from graduation/full-time employment

Applications, which include uploading a video and short statement, are due Friday, Feb 28.

For more information about eligibility requirements and instructions to apply, visit our scholarship page.

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Reminder: 2025 CPABC Case Competition Application Deadline Approaching – Register by January 24

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to apply to CPABC Annual Business Case Competition 2025 is January 24!

CPABC Annual Business Case Competition 2025

Registration Deadline: January 24, 2025 at 1:00pm PST

First Round: January 31 – February 2, 2025 (video submission)

Final Round: March 22, 2025 (in-person presentation)

CPABC is calling all BC and Yukon post-secondary students!

Are you ready to tackle real-world business challenges and compete for cash prizes up to $2,400? Gather your teammates and join the CPABC Business Case Competition to showcase your problem-solving skills and innovative ideas.

The competition is a business strategy case competition consisting of two rounds. The top 8 teams from the First Round will be invited to compete in the Final Round at the CPABC office in downtown Vancouver, followed by an evening networking and celebration reception at Shangri-La Vancouver. In addition to the top 8 teams, another 32 teams will be invited to the evening reception. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with sponsors, invited CPAs, and fellow students.

Don’t miss out – register today and seize your opportunity to win big! Also, be sure to spread the word!

Register now
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Second Public Practice Recruit (PPR) Workshop Scheduled for February 12!

Are you looking to make some valuable connections from those currently working in accounting roles? Interested in finding out more about different firms, public practice and industry? If yes, then this session is highly recommended!

Meaningful connections can be made through both organized and proactive opportunities. These contacts can result in informational interviews/coffee chats that can provide critical information to target firms, prepare tailored applications, and stand out in interviews. When firms make decisions about who to interview or hire, the people they already know have a distinct advantage. Come learn some strategies and connect with our panel of senior students that recently networked their way to success.

A zoom link will be provided to those registered 1 business day before the workshop.

First Public Practice Recruit (PPR) Workshop: Intro to Public Practice Recruit: Stand Out from the Crowd will take place at 4:45 PM on Jan 29th 2025.

Register on COOL for the workshops to secure your spot!

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Upcoming CPABC Events in January 2025

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Jan 1612:00pm – 1:00pmPost-Secondary CPABC Information SessionOnline Are you a post-secondary student interested in becoming a CPA after you graduate? This session will cover the CPA program in detail and include an open Q&A with CPABC’s Student Recruitment Officer. This session will be tailored to post-secondary students interested in becoming a CPA, and is open to students from any university or college program.
Jan 2312:00pm – 12:30pmPractical Experience Requirements (PER) Q&A SessionOnlineGot 30 minutes? Join this short session with CPABC staff answering pre-submitted and live questions about the Practical Experience Requirements (PER).
 
This session will solely focus on frequently asked questions (FAQs), pre-submitted questions, and live questions from the audience. No formal overview of the CPA program will be given during the session. Please be sure to watch this pre-recorded overview of the CPA program before attending the session.
Jan 285:30pm – 7:00pmOnline CPABC Accounting Night in CanadaOnlineDiscover how to transfer your international education and work experience in accounting/finance to the CPA program. This session covers admission requirements, program structure, and connecting with employers in the accounting sector.
 
Special guest speakers from BC settlement agencies, ISSofBC, MOSAIC, and S.U.C.C.E.S.S., will discuss their resources for newcomers in BC, including financial assistance, free mentorship, and career counselling to help you become a CPA.

CPABC Annual Business Case Competition 2025

Registration Deadline: January 24, 2025 at 1:00pm PST

First Round: January 31 – February 2, 2025 (video submission)

Final Round: March 22, 2025 (in-person presentation)

BC & Yukon Students: Win up to $2,400! Join the CPABC Business Case Competition 2025 to solve real-world business problems and impress top CPA judges. Gather your team and showcase your skills!

The top 40 teams will be invited to an exclusive evening reception at the Shangri-La Vancouver for a unique networking opportunity with sponsors, CPAs, and other students.

Don’t miss your chance – register by January 24! Also, be sure to spread the word!

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with Doane Grant Thornton – Information Session on February 11

Invite from Doane Grant Thornton

Are you interested in exploring a career in accounting? Join Doane Grant Thornton for an engaging information session at UBC Vancouver on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm.
   
During this event, you’ll discover how Doane Grant Thornton sets student up for success, gain valuable insights into their recruitment process, learn about their internal CPA support program, get a better understanding of the different service lines you could work in, and network with their local and national hiring team. Complimentary pizza will be available.
   
To secure your spot, fill out this form: https://forms.office.com/r/ke1bEiBm0q

Pre-registration is recommended to secure your spot, but walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows.

Once registered via the Office Forms link above, please arrive 15-20 minutes before the event for check-in, or your spot may be given to walk-ins.
Walk-in check-in will begin 5-10 minutes before the session, subject to availability.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and take a step toward achieving your career goals!​

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Reminder: KPMG Ace the Case 2025 – Apply by January 12

Invite from KPMG

KPMG Ace the Case 2025 Application Reminder

Happy New Year! We are writing today to remind you to invite your students and clubs to apply to KPMG Ace the Case 2025!

Applications are still live on our careers website and will close on January 12, 2025. If you are interested in learning more about KPMG Ace the Case 2025, you can visit us here. KPMG Ace the Case will provide students the opportunity to interact with their peers as they work together to develop a solution to a real-world business problem and share it with KPMG leadership. Students will ignite their passion to create solutions to real-world problems, collaborate with others from across the country, develop business skills and grow their network within KPMG.

The Case Competition for undergraduate STEM students, business students, or students looking to achieve their CPA designation will provide students with a taste of what it’s like to work at KPMG, and an opportunity to participate in a spotlight session showcasing the CPA support provided by our firm. Working in teams with peers in your region, students will collaborate to solve a real-world business problem by completing a case study through a business, digital and CPA lens, receiving valuable feedback from industry professionals. KPMG Ace the Case is ideal for students who are interested in building a career in audit, tax or advisory at KPMG.

Participant Eligibility

To participate in KPMG Ace the Case 2025, students must be currently:

  • Enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution
  • Not employed at KPMG (no current or future-dated offer)
  • Planning to pursue a career at KPMG
  • In their first to third year of an undergraduate business or STEM program

Students are invited to apply individually, and if selected, will be grouped into teams.

Some Key Dates

Applications Close: January 12, 2025

GVA Local Competition: February 1, 2025

National Competition: February 17 -19,2025

Join the competition and kick-start your career with KPMG!

Download the Booklet HERE
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2025 CPABC Case Competition – Register by January 24


CPABC Annual Business Case Competition 2025

Registration Deadline: January 24, 2025 at 1:00pm PST

First Round: January 31 – February 2, 2025 (video submission)

Final Round: March 22, 2025 (in-person presentation)

CPABC is calling all BC and Yukon post-secondary students!

Are you ready to tackle real-world business challenges and compete for cash prizes up to $2,400? Gather your teammates and join the CPABC Business Case Competition to showcase your problem-solving skills and innovative ideas.

The competition is a business strategy case competition consisting of two rounds. The top 8 teams from the First Round will be invited to compete in the Final Round at the CPABC office in downtown Vancouver, followed by an evening networking and celebration reception at Shangri-La Vancouver. In addition to the top 8 teams, another 32 teams will be invited to the evening reception. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with sponsors, invited CPAs, and fellow students.

Don’t miss out – register today and seize your opportunity to win big! Also, be sure to spread the word!

Register now
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Upcoming opportunities to connect with Deloitte in December – Java in Your Jammies series

Invite from Deloitte

Hello,  

We are excited to extend an invitation to you for virtual Java sessions organized by Deloitte’s Campus Recruitment team, “Java in Your Jammies” series! 

Join Deloitte Canada’s Campus Recruitment advisors for a series of virtual 30-minute sessions where they explore topics that help set you up for success as you navigate securing your next internship, co-op or new grad role.

December 3, 2024 @ 1:30 p.m. ET: Building your personal brand 

December 4, 2024 @ 1:30 p.m. ET: How to build a great application  

December 5, 2024 @ 1:30 p.m. ET: Networking 101: Forming your professional network 

Register today: https://cvent.me/139yZ2  

#JavainYourJammes #DeloitteCareers #WherePotentialComesToLife 

We appreciate your support in raising awareness for this event series.  

As always, please let us know how we can best support you, and if you have any questions.  

Thanks, 

Deloitte Canada Campus Recruitment team

rEGISTER HERE !
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