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  • New Name, Same Support: Meet the Office of Student Academic Services (OSAS)

    We’re excited to share that our office has a new name: the Office of Student Academic Services (OSAS). This change reflects the integration of the Diploma in Accounting Program (DAP) Office, the Undergraduate Office (UGO), and our Academic Integrity and Wellness teams into one unified team. While our name has changed, our commitment to providing…

  • ICYMI Emails Are Getting a New Look Starting in June

    We’re updating the way we send our ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) emails. Beginning in June, your weekly ICYMI email — which recaps all the posts from the MyUBCDAP News & Announcements page — will come in a new, newsletter-style format. The new version will feature a cleaner, easier-to-read layout that’s also mobile-friendly. ICYMI…

  • Academic Progress Report (APR) in Workday Student: Updates in Progress

    Dear Students, The Academic Progress Report (APR) outlines the requirements for your program of study. This tool is now live on your Workday Student account and contains the degree requirements for your Diploma in Accounting program. Please note that we are currently working on updating the APR requirements in Workday Student. Until further notice from…

  • Enroll in CLC: Online to access professional development workshops

    The Canaccord Learning Commons (CLC) and David Lam Library wanted to remind you that you are welcome to join the CLC: Online Canvas course and view the Calendar, as they host many workshops throughout the year both in person and online that may be of interest to you. The self-enroll link is here: https://canvas.ubc.ca/enroll/DKC69E Once…

  • Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in May

    Date Time Event Format Description May 11 12:00pm – 12:30pm Practical Experience Requirements (PER) Q & A Session Online Are you planning to pursue the CPA designation and wondering about Practical Experience Requirements? Join this short 30-minute session with CPABC staff answering rapid-fire pre-submitted and live questions about the Practical Experience Requirements (PER). May 17…

  • Deloitte Co-op/Intern Info Session | Internal Client Services team – Wednesday, May 10th – 1:30 pm PT

    Interested in joining Deloitte Canada’s Internal Client Services team? Join them on May 10, 2023, from 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. PT, to hear from and network with leaders of the business. The event will also include a panel discussion highlighting the journey from Intern to Leader with the Internal Client Services team. Register today:…

  • Application Success During Spring Recruiting

    There is a stark difference between successful applications that receive offers to interview and those that do not! Are you certain YOUR application is ready? With the Spring accounting recruiting season (Public Practice Recruiting) in full swing, many students are submitting their applications in hopes of landing a position that will support their goals of…

  • MNP Head Start Conference – May 24th, 1 pm

    MNP’s Head Start Conference will allow students to learn more about MNP’s recruitment process and opportunities, and to get more insight into who we are as a firm. There will also be an opportunity for students to network and connect with regions in breakout rooms! Please see below for a brief overview of the Agenda:…

  • We’re launching a UBC DAP Mentorship Program!

    We’re exciting to launch a pilot UBC DAP Mentorship Program in May 2023! The purpose of the mentorship program is to match UBC DAP students with like-minded UBC DAP alumni who can share their experiences, and offer guidance and advice on how you can achieve your career goals. If your application is selected, you’ll be matched with a…

  • Online event | PwC Western Canada Virtual Recruitment Rundown sessions on April 18th and 26th

    At PwC Canada, the future of work looks a lot like you. Be a part of The New Equation. Connect with us at our upcoming Western Canada Virtual Recruitment Rundown sessions for those interested in campus CPA roles!

  • Reminder – Now Accepting Applications for the CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award (1 x $2100) – Applications Due April 30th

    As a reminder, applications are now being accepted for this year’s CPABC Bill Johnson DAP Student Achievement Award and are due April 30th, 2023.  Please see below and the Scholarships and Awards page on myUBCDAP for more information and application instructions. A $2,100 award has been made available through an endowment established by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British…

  • New time added for the KPMG Experience – Thursday, April 27th, 1:30 pm

    KPMG has added a new timeslot at 1:30 pm for The KPMG Experience event taking place on Thursday, April 27th. For more information and to register, please visit this link.

  • Online Event | UBC Sauder CFA Exam Prep Information Session – Thu Apr 6, 11:30am PT

    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: Thursday April 6, 2023Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm PTLocation: Online (Zoom) Register for the event now. 

  • Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in April

    Date Time Event Format Description April 4 5:30pm – 6:30pm CPABC How to Series ‘job seekers what to say in negotiations’ Online What are the actual words to say as a job seeker in your interview or performance review to shine a light on all your accomplishments and what you bring to the organization? How…

  • DAP Student Club event | CPA Fair – Tuesday, April 4th, 3 pm (RSVP deadline – Sunday, April 2nd, 11:59 pm PT)

    For DAP students seeking new challenges and opportunities, our upcoming career fair is not to be missed. This event offers a unique chance to connect with some of Vancouver’s top accounting firms and explore new paths for professional growth and development. During the fair, you’ll have the chance to engage in meaningful conversations with company…

  • Registration now open for KPMG GVA’s Spring Recruit Virtual Information Session – Monday, May 1st, 5 pm

    You are Invited to KPMG GVA’s Spring Recruit Virtual Information Session! Hello! With the application deadline quickly approaching, we are excited to invite you to attend KPMG GVA’s Spring Recruit Virtual Information Session, hosted by our GVA Talent Attraction Senior Managers! You will have the opportunity to get better acquainted with KPMG and the services…

  • Registration now open for The KPMG Experience – Thursday, April 27th, 3:30 pm or 5:30 pm

    You are invited to The KPMG Experience Ever wonder what it really means to get The KPMG Experience? Join us to learn who we are beyond Audit, Tax and Advisory. This career fair-style event will feature booths where you can explore everything from our audit, tax and various advisory groups to our CPA support programs,…

  • Registration now open for Fireside Chat Series with KPMG | Tax – Wednesday, April 5th, 12 pm

    Tax | Fireside Chat SeriesDo you want to learn more about GVA’s Tax Practice? Join us on April 5th where we explore our Tax function in detail and give you the chance to network with our colleagues! This is the final session of a three-part series where you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful…

  • Save the Date | The KPMG Experience – Thursday, April 27th (registration information coming soon)

    Save the date! Ever wonder what it really means to get The KPMG Experience? Join us to learn who we are beyond Audit, Tax and Advisory. This career fair-style event will feature booths where you can explore everything from our audit, tax and various advisory groups to our CPA support programs, people networks, and how…

  • Reminder – Winning Applications workshop for CPA Public Practice Spring Recruit this Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 pm

    As a reminder, DAP career coach, Russell Garrett, will be holding a virtual workshop this Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 pm for this year’s Spring CPA Public Practice Recruit, focusing on preparing winning application for this Spring Recruit. Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 to 6:15 pm – Winning ApplicationsAs accounting firms begin advertising and posting student job…

  • Winter Term 2 exam schedule with locations now available

    The Winter Term 2 final exam schedule has now been updated to include the classroom locations for in-person classes and you can find the updated schedule on UBC’s Exams page. Your exams schedule on SSC should now also be updated with these details.

  • Registration open for PwC’s Coffee Chat Series – RSVP by Monday, March

    Are you curious about the day in the life of a PwC professional? What client engagements might look like for an accountant? How to manage work, while working towards your CPA? The PwC Campus Team will be hosting our Coffee Chat Series: 20-minute coffee chats with a PwC professional. We’ll do our best to pair…

  • Get application and interview ready for Spring CPA Public Practice Recruit (2024 start dates) – Upcoming virtual workshops on Tuesday, March 28th and Tuesday, May 9th

    DAP career coach, Russell Garrett, will be holding two virtual workshops for this year’s Spring CPA Public Practice Recruit, focusing on two upcoming milestone events in this recruitment cycle – applications and interviews. The majority of public practice accounting firms will be hiring through this cycle, so if you are interested in working in public…

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