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College students
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Some people refer to college as the best years of their lives. For the first time you’re living on your own, making your own decisions and figuring out what you want to do with the rest of your life. Piece of cake, right?
Okay, maybe some of that stuff isn’t so simple. | But seriously, with all of the new friends, interesting classes and new-found freedom, it’s also important to think about your career path. Now is the time for you to ask yourself what direction you want your life to take.
Are you a freshman trying to find out if accounting is the way to go? Or are you a senior trying to get the most out of your last few semesters as an accounting major? No matter what stage you’re in, we can help you take the next step.
CPA Exam Review Course Scholarships Available for OSCPA Student Members
Becker CPA Review is offering three scholarships to Ohio Society of CPAs’ student affiliate members. The scholarships, each valued at $2,700, include flexible formats with live, online or self-study CDs to choose from; PassMaster™ Software which includes thousands of prior exam questions and answers; hardcopy textbooks; lectures; and much more! You must be an Ohio Society student affiliate member to qualify for a scholarship. View the complete list of guidelines and print the application form today. Applications must be postmarked by Friday, March 27, 2009.
- Becker awards scholarships to OSCPA student members
- Becker CPA Review awarded three review course scholarships to Ohio Society student affiliate members. The scholarship contest, announced earlier this year, invited OSCPA student members to submit applications and essays for a chance to win one of...
- Social media is the newest networking tool for you and OSCPA
- Social networking now exists as one of the primary tools of communication in modern society. Students spend hours on Facebook, family and friends create blogs to keep in touch with each other and new acquaintances meet through MySpace. The...
- Meet future CPA, Eric Brown
- Eric Brown is a busy guy. He’s a future CPA with real world experience under his belt, having served in the military for more than six years. When he’s not working or studying, this University of Cincinnati student is busy planning a wedding with...
- The stuff leaders are made of
- Some people are born leaders. They seem to possess the innate charisma and drive that makes people pay attention. When they speak, others listen; when they take action, others follow. The good news is you don’t have to be a natural to gain...
- Chart your path to job-search success
- Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that today’s job market is highly competitive. With layoffs occurring around the country, new graduates aren’t the only people looking for work. But even though the search is an arduous process,...
- Writing skills on the CPA exam?!
- By Seth Levine, CPA, Regional Faculty Manager Becker Professional Review Some feel that today’s college graduates are deficient in the area of written communication. While accounting is all about numbers, in today’s environment, entry-level...
- Web poll: What is your biggest concern when choosing an employer?
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 When the time comes to choose an employer, what matters most to you? There are plenty of important factors to consider, from salary to office culture to location, the list goes on. What is your top concern?
- Make sure you’re getting materials from the Ohio Society of CPAs: Update your contact information
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 We want to make sure you’re getting the full benefit out of your Ohio Society membership. A big part of that membership is receiving information from The Ohio Society that’s important to you, such as Catalyst...
- Have you ordered your free copy of the CPA exam guide yet?
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 Becoming a CPA in Ohio , a free guide published by OSCPA for students and CPA exam candidates, is now available. The 20-page booklet provides information on educational requirements for becoming a CPA, managing the...
- Is the accounting profession immune to a recession?
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 With layoffs and corporate bailouts making headlines every day, you might expect careers in accounting to be as at-risk as other financial careers. But keep your head up – that doesn’t appear to be the case.
- Meet the OSCPA Student Ambassadors!
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 Choosing a major is a huge decision, one of many you’ll make as you begin your career. To help undecided students make a better informed decision, The Ohio Society offers the Student Ambassador program.
- Take it from HR: Avoid these resume and cover letter blunders
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 You’ve chosen a clean format, you’ve proofread your resume and cover letter for days, and you’re sure there are no mistakes on the final drafts. But your mistakes may not be as easy to spot as a misspelled word or...
- There’s more to social networking than Facebook
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 These days, practically everyone uses social networking sites. They make it easy to stay in touch without having to spend hours talking to each person, and they let you present yourself exactly as you want to be...
- The interview of the future: Virtual career fairs
- Future CPA: Winter 2009 What if you didn’t have to deal with the hustle and bustle of a job fair? What if you had the opportunity to talk to firms and companies almost instantly? Cyber-recruiting makes it possible to do just that. Virtual...
- Ohio CPAs predict slow Ohio economy in 2008
- By Amy Johnson A majority of CPAs surveyed in November as part of the 2007 Ohio Business Poll rated Ohio’s overall economy a top concern for the state heading into 2008. Respondents pointed to Ohio’s tax climate, problems in the auto industry,...
- Ask a young CPA
- Do you have questions about careers in accounting? A young CPA from The Ohio Society is ready to answer any and all of your questions related to the accounting major, what it's like in the real world and more! Submit your question below and you...
- OSCPA Career Center: Post your resume today
- The Ohio Society is actively promoting its new online career center to firms and organizations throughout the state. Be one of the first to post your resume and gain visibility with firms looking for strong candidates.
- CPA 101
- Take advantage of these CPA 101 resources to explore a little further into the world of accounting.
- Jump start the job search: Career resources for students
- Check out these career resources to make sure you're on the right path to success.
- This CPA is building a better tomorrow – Watch him on YouTube!
- Bob Fay uses his training and knowledge as a CPA to build better communities – literally. He volunteers for Habitat for Humanity improves the lives of Ohio families. Watch him in action!
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