Week 9: PwC Explore Experiences (& office hours on campus), OSCPA Scholarship & Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving!!

#1: BAP/IMA meeting is week one of winter term  — Wed. Jan. 11th at 6pm in AH 226

IMA Special Event (see attached flyer)
The IMA is holding a holiday social on Tuesday, Dec 6 in Beaverton (see the attached flyer).
I would encourage students interested in the IMA to sign up and attend as it would help them make connections.
I will be attending so if students contact me and let me know they are attending I can meet up with them there and introduce them to people there.
PLEASE email Chris.Akroyd@bus.oregonstate.edu

Joint meetings and events with BAP & IMA: Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Student Membership $39 sign up at http://www.imaonlinestore.com/PersonifyEbusiness/Default.aspx?TabID=181&ProductId=8&_ga=1.96935894.859845775.1469119189

As an IMA Student member, you can learn about the accounting and financial management profession, explore your future career options, and build your resume and professional network. We offer Student members access to many IMA membership benefits at significantly reduced rates: IMA Student membership fee of $39 (regularly $230) and reduced CMA certification entrance and exam fees. To qualify for Student membership, individuals must be enrolled in at least six (6) undergraduate or graduate credit hours, or the equivalent, per semester.

As a student, you can sit the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exams before you graduate. For more info see https://www.imanet.org/cma-certification/getting-started.   To qualify to become a full CMA students need a 4 year (180 credit) bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and two years work experience. For more details see the CMA Handbook http://www.imanet.org/-/media/b62511342482423f8beecfbf58acee8d.ashx?la=en
For more details about the advantages of joining the IMA contact Professor Chris Akroyd, Austin Hall 492 – akroydc@oregonstate.edu

Leadership Opportunity:
1.  PwC will be on campus at OSU for office hours on Tuesday, November 29th in Austin 102 from 11:00am – 2:00pm.  Drop in anytime to get your recruiting questions answered, learn more about PwC or introduce yourself and chat. There is no formal agenda, so swing by as you are able! We look forward to seeing you!
To help explain:
Every year, we host a one-day program called Explore geared toward freshmen, sophomores, and first-quarter juniors who are considering a business or accounting-related major, or looking for more information on a career in public accounting. The day is aimed to teach about the profession, network with PwC professionals, and develop leadership and teamworking skills. This year, the event will be held on Tuesday, December 13 from 10:00am to 4:00pm in our office in Portland. Applications are open, and the deadline to apply is Monday, December 5th.

PwC’s Explore program is an opportunity you can’t miss!

When: Tuesday, December 13, 201610:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: PwC Portland*
Who: We are seeking high performing students (freshmen, sophomores, and first quarter juniors) interested in considering a business or accounting-related major, or those looking for further information on careers in accounting and other business related fields.
What: An opportunity to learn more about the field of accounting, future career opportunities, and to network with other students from a number of schools around Oregon as well as PwC professionals. See below for information on how to apply.

What to expect
If selected, you will be invited to a unique and interactive afternoon program comprised of experiential learning and training sessions aimed at developing teamwork, strategic thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Not only will participation help cultivate these important characteristics, but it also provides a great networking forum with other students and PwC partners, principals, and staff. The Explore program is an outstanding opportunity for talented students to learn more about the accounting profession and to discover their own career goals and aspirations. All done while having a lot of fun!

To learn more about this opportunity and apply before Monday, December 5th
To apply, just click on the link below… (you may need to copy/paste)
http://adtrk.tw/OY3cL

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Vio Olivier at violette.m.olivier@pwc.com. We hope to see you in December!

Scholarships:
1.  OSCPA Scholarship (See attached flyer)
The scholarship deadline is January 16, 2017, for 2017-18 scholarships (fall 2017 through spring 2018). For more information on The OSCPA Educational Foundation College Scholarships, and the link to apply, visit: www.orcpa.org/educational_foundation/scholarships.

JOB Opportunities:
1.  I work for a company called Nova Dynamics, LLC which is in Philomath, OR. We are looking to hire a bookkeeper or accountant. We are a bit flexible with even if they can only work part-time until they graduate from OSU’s accounting program. Job Posting is on Beaver Careers

Thank you for your time,
Britt Walcott   Britt Walcott [bw@novadynamics.com]
Human Resources, Nova Dynamics, LLC

2.  (See attached) Willamette Neighborhood Housing Services is seeking a student intern to support the Accounting and Financial Reporting team.  We’re looking for a self-starter to assist with hands-on accounting functions.   This position is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of non-profit accounting while working for a well-known community-based non-profit organization.
Time Commitment:  8-12 hours/week
Compensation:  Hourly rate $10-$12 dependent on education, experience, and computer application skills
How to Apply:  Send a cover letter with why you are motivated by this position and your resume to – Accounting Intern at info@w-nhs.org

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