MY ACADEMIC JOURNEY

My experience transferring from another B.C. college to SFU Beedie was seamless. What I liked about SFU Beedie’s transfer policy was that as long you hit a certain GPA threshold, you were admitted – no entrance essays, no reference letters, etc. Moreover, the transfer checklist was well designed. I knew exactly what courses I needed (and would need), which allowed me to plan optimally with confidence.

I chose to pursue a concentration in accounting because it’s the “language of business.” Imagine setting down roots in a country and not being fluent in the native tongue. In the business world, you can have the most brilliant idea but if you can’t translate it into bottom-line financial impact, then your idea is unlikely to get the green light.

While admittedly a bit biased, I truly believe Accounting is the best concentration at SFU Beedie.

MY SFU BEEDIE EXPERIENCE

In comparing and contrasting my post-secondary experiences, I think what sets SFU Beedie apart is the fact you’re in an environment with countless smart, ambitious go-getters. This rubs off. It’s both humbling (in a good way) and inspiring at the same time. It challenges you to raise your standards and bring your A game.

During my time at SFU Beedie I was involved with several clubs. Getting involved has been pivotal in setting myself up for career success in myriad ways. It helped build what I call “connective tissue”—the soft skills that makes one a well-rounded job candidate, and person, in general.

A highlight was interaction with recruiters: I got first-hand exposure to their recruiting philosophy, processes, goals, and develop intimate knowledge of the type of candidate they’re looking for.

MY BBA PROGRAM

Academics

• Accounting
• Human Resource Management

Student Engagement

• Accounting Students Association (ASA), Events Project Manager
• Axis Consulting, Director of External Relations
• SFU CPA BC, Student Ambassador

NEXT STEPS

Upon graduation, my first stop will be completing an internship at PricewaterhouseCoopers  in their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Risk Advisory practice.

Afterwards, I will be starting full-time at Deloitte’s Audit and Assurance practice where I will be building my career and simultaneously pursuing my Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.

In 5-10 years, I hope to be in a senior manager role leading my own team.