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Ernst & Young Expands Its Commitment to Help Universities Prepare Students for IFRS

12.08.09– November 30, 2009 (PR Newswire) -- Ernst & Young LLP has announced that the Ernst & Young Foundation will direct an additional US$1 million toward further development of IFRS curriculum and other resources to help the next generation of accounting professionals meet the fast-changing needs of global financial markets.

CPA Career Primer: An Unbiased Overview of Career Options for CPAs

11.25.09– An overview of the career options for CPAs, this primer, written by Paul Kunin, CPA, covers the options available to CPAs and the pros and cons of each option. Kunin reveals in-depth analysis on public accounting - large firms, private industry - large companies, private industry - small companies, and public accounting - small firms.

Special offer for MSCPA Members Preparing for the CPA Exam

11.17.09– Through December 31st, MSCPA members have the opportunity to enroll in the BEC section of Kaplan's Online CPA Review Course for FREE (a $399 value).

Historic Merger Between ALPFA and NHBA

11.09.09– National Hispanic Business Association (NHBA) to merge with the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA) creating an organization with over 14,000 members nation-wide.

The Start Here, Rock Out Sweepstakes

10.22.09– The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants announced a "Start Here, Rock Out" iPod sweepstakes designed to encourage high school students to complete their FutureMe profiles on Start Here, Go Places, the interactive Web site created by the AICPA to inform students about exciting career opportunities in accounting.

CPA ranks 6th in CNN's Best Jobs for 2009!

10.20.09– Great pay and superior growth prospects. Work that's meaningful. Those are some of the qualities we looked for when selecting America's best jobs.

Roger CPA Review's "Fall Freebie" Promotion

10.13.09– Roger CPA Review is excited to announce our “Fall Freebie” promotion. Massachusetts Society of CPA members who enroll in a full Roger CPA Review course from October 19th through November 30th will receive one Cram part review for free (a $200-$300 value).

Why Social Networking is an Important Tool for Effective Job Hunting

10.08.09– Thanks to social media and social networking, it is easier than ever to meet new people and stay in touch with friends and family. But social networking is not just personal anymore. Nowadays, it has become an essential tool for effective job hunting—and can give you the edge you need to get the position that you want.