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In this edition:
Issue 6, Spring 2013
Week of Mar 04 — Mar 10
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Forensic Accounting &
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SPOTLIGHT
ZGAS — Bridging aspiration to opportunity
Hot Topics Event:
Forensic Accounting &
Technology
Tax in practice:
a presentation by
professor Gary Soffer
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As midterms are upon us we are positive that your schedules are replete with tasks and
obligations. We are encouraging everyone to use their resources both academically and professionally to
get through this semester. It should be well understood that enhanced organization can lead to enhanced
efficiency, which can free up some much needed time.
“Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in
your own powers you cannot be successful or happy.”– Norman Vincent Peale
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ON CAMPUS upcoming events:
For these and more events, internship sand job opportunities
please access Zicklin Career Link web site here.
Hot Topics - Forensic Accounting & Technology
The growing complexity of the business environment and the growing number of fraud
investigations have made forensic accountants highly in demand. These accountants are part
investigators, part auditors, part attorneys, part accountants, and part techies. Come learn about
forensic accounting and how technology is being applied in this exciting field!
Date Thursday, March 14, 2013
Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PM
Location: NVC 14-245
AICPA 2013-2014 Scholarship
The AICPA will award more than 100 scholarships overall, for undergraduate and graduate level
students, totaling more than $350,000, to the best and brightest accounting students in the nation.
For more info: refer to http://www.aicpa.org/Press/PressReleases/2013/Pages/2013-2014-AICPA-
Scholarship-Applications-Now-Live.aspx
Application Deadline: April 1, 2013
Application Website: https://www.thiswaytocpa.com/
Tax in practice: a presentation by professor Gary Soffer
Exclusively for graduate level students and alumni. Must wear business attire and submit a resume for
entry. No RSVP required. More details here.
Date Friday, March 8, 2013
Time: 2:30 – 5:00 PM
Location: NVC 14-220
EOC Mentor for a morning
XBRL and Financial Analysis Conference
The program will include panels covering how to use XBRL data for analysis as well as changes in how
investors, analysts and regulators use corporate data. The program will culminate in a presentation of
the top contenders in the XBRL Challenge, plus a demonstration of commercial and open-source tools
that consume XBRL data. During the conference you'll hear:
• Keynotes Agnes Grunfeld, Managing Director, CFA, GMI Ratings, and Dan Gode, Clinical Associate
Professor of Accounting, NYU Stern School of Business
• Google, Thomson Reuters and others on how investment databases are consuming XBRL
• The U.S. SEC, Crain's NY, CFA Institute and others on how investors, regulators use corporate data
and how XBRL is changing the data game.
• About the winner of this year's XBRL Challenge, app-building contest and about other open source
applications that you can use
Date: March 27, 2013
Time: from 3:00 pm ET to 6:15 pm ET, followed by a cocktail reception
Location: Baruch College, Zicklin School of Business, Center for Corporate Integrity,
55 Lexington Avenue (enter on 24th or 25th Streets), Room 14-220
Register: http://xbrl.us/FinAnalysisConf
Meet an executive in a 40 minute 1-on-1 mentoring session to:
• Discuss your career objectives and set developmental goals in your field of interest (accounting,
marketing, finance, CIS, HR, etc.)
• Put soft skills to the test through a career focused dialogue
• Discuss industry trends and challenges
Attention: RSVP using https://baruch.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_bK4ibAofF5HsorH by March 28
Contact Person: Email [email protected]
Date: April 18, 2013
Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm
OFF CAMPUS upcoming events and opportunities
China Legal Tax & Accounting Update
Join a great event for a two-day technical update with live group instruction on the latest legal, tax and
accounting issues facing companies with operations or business opportunities in China.
Benefits of Attending:
• Find out the latest changes in the income and withholding tax systems and how they can effect your
tax liability in China in 2012
• Examine the best techniques for funding investments and operating capital in China
• Understand the latest legal strategies for structuring operations in China in 2012 and what U.S.
businesses have learned from doing business in China
• Learn the latest income tax reporting and compliance procedures in China and how to deal with tax
controversies
• Find out how to minimize customs and VAT charges in importing goods and equipment into China
• Determine how the latest transfer pricing rules in China affect U.S. companies and their ability to
repatriate funds
• Discover the latest GAAP and IFRS accounting rules for companies operating in China
• Learn the key exit strategies for reorganizing operations in China and implementing a PRC holding
company
Register: http://www.bna.com/china-legal-tax-l2147485606/?utm_source=live%
2Bconference&utm_medium=email&utm_content=cite&utm_campaign=china%2Bupdate%2Bsan%
2Bfran%2Beb
Date: March 18 &19, 2013
Location: Marriott Union Square, San Francisco, CA
Attention: The GSA mentioned there may be funding for students who want to go to conferences that
relate to their area of study.
Government and Nonprofit Career and Internship Fair
Join Professor Soffer for a presentation on what it's like to work in the tax practice of a public
accounting firm. This event provides a great opportunity to learn more about the field, the demands
and expectations of the job, and the career options for those who may be interested in pursuing a
career in tax accounting. It will also give you an excellent advantage in preparing for any upcoming
interviews! Register here.
Date Thursday, March 7, 2013
Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PM
Location: NVC 14-245
Refreshments will be served
Leveraging LinkedIn for the Long Term/MS Students
Learn the nuts and bolts of LinkedIn at this interactive workshop. Build your profile, join groups and
connect to networking contacts. GCMC will teach you everything you need to know to get started with
this powerful networking tool. BRING YOUR LAPTOP!
Date Thursday, March 7, 2013
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Location: NVC 14-230
GCMC Student networking breakfast
Join the Graduate Career Management Center for an informal networking breakfast, where you can
meet fellow classmates who are interning at various companies this semester. Be sure to add a healthy
dose of networking to your breakfast! Attire is business casual.
Date Friday, March 15, 2013
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Location: NVC 1-107