The visions for my future include running my own CPA office, working in a first class company as an internal auditor, and working in one of the Big Four Accounting Firms. So far, I worked in both, a first class company and a small CPA office, and found both work environments attractive. However, one thing I definitely need to achieve is to become licensed as a CPA.
To become licensed, I do not need to graduate from college again, since I already have a bachelor degree from Japan. Therefore, I have two options to complete the coursework required for the CPA exam:
1) To take the classes in an under graduate program and go to the 5 years program at Baruch.
2) To take the classes in a graduate school.
For both options I need a GMAT score of at least 570. The other issue is tuition. Since I am an international student, I am paying more than $14,000 per year for tuition at Baruch College, while following Option 1) above. As a solution to the tuition issue, I am seeking a paid internship; otherwise I have no idea how to pay tuition. For this I need to keep my GPA at 3.5 or above… and luck. Please wish my luck!
I think another big challenge will come after passing the CPA exam. I need one to two years of work experience after passing the CPA exam to become a licensed CPA. To do so, I need to find a employer who sponsors a work permit visa for me. Although everybody says it will be easy if I pass the CPA exam, I do not want to be a too optimistic and have already started to look for a respective position.
So now all I can do to work toward fulfilling my vision is to study for the GMAT, keeping a good GPA and continuing to look for a paid internship. And all that, while still bringing my English language skills up to speed. Sounds hard, huh?
To become licensed, I do not need to graduate from college again, since I already have a bachelor degree from Japan. Therefore, I have two options to complete the coursework required for the CPA exam:
1) To take the classes in an under graduate program and go to the 5 years program at Baruch.
2) To take the classes in a graduate school.
For both options I need a GMAT score of at least 570. The other issue is tuition. Since I am an international student, I am paying more than $14,000 per year for tuition at Baruch College, while following Option 1) above. As a solution to the tuition issue, I am seeking a paid internship; otherwise I have no idea how to pay tuition. For this I need to keep my GPA at 3.5 or above… and luck. Please wish my luck!
I think another big challenge will come after passing the CPA exam. I need one to two years of work experience after passing the CPA exam to become a licensed CPA. To do so, I need to find a employer who sponsors a work permit visa for me. Although everybody says it will be easy if I pass the CPA exam, I do not want to be a too optimistic and have already started to look for a respective position.
So now all I can do to work toward fulfilling my vision is to study for the GMAT, keeping a good GPA and continuing to look for a paid internship. And all that, while still bringing my English language skills up to speed. Sounds hard, huh?
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I know the peace corps is going to be very challenging. But, I think it will be worth it in the end. The Peace Corps has different programs. They have programs for students who majored in a business subject such as accounting or Finance. These students are sent to countries who requested graduates with business degrees. Usually, business students help small businesses in developing nations. They also give financial/money management advice to government agencies and other organizations. I do not know exactly what they do because it depends on the country and town.
Your visions do NOT sound hard--they sound very achievable!! Look at how you are systematically taking the right steps toward your goals. This leads to success. Keep at it, and I do wish you luck, but you have something better than luck...a plan of action.
--prof K
Hi... Miho
It's Sasha and I wish you a lot of luck as much as you want to. Don't worry! You will achieve your vision becasue you work very hard either as a student studying hard or working hard as a professional. I can see your determination and keep the spirit and action going. You will get there for sure.
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