A CFA (chartered financial analyst) is a finance professional who analyzes companies’ financial data and stock prices to make meaningful predictions about future performance. CPAs (certified public accountants) are often responsible for compiling the financial data CFAs then analyze. Choosing …
Barbara Hewitt
Executive Director
We often have a shallow conception of what networking means.
We imagine exchanging names and basic information with someone at an event, meeting up with that person for coffee, and then asking them for a favor.
“The way many people …
Those engaged in military service dedicate their lives to serving their country, which can sometimes come at a great cost. In fact, due to their experiences, veterans are more vulnerable to experiencing homelessness, physical and mental health issues, and substance …
June is widely-recognized as Pride Month, kicking off a series of events and parades to recognize the LGBTQ+ community. But before Pride became a worldwide celebration, it was a protest.
In 1969, the Stonewall Riots initiated a major turning point …
When it’s our first day at a new job, we tend to have all the questions. And If you know me or you’re familiar with my career advice (or if I’ve ever been your direct report!), you may know that …
As we enter the waning days for Fall 2022, the Career Services team would like to take a moment reflect on the past semester. With a return to in-person career fairs and campus events, it felt much more like pre-pandemic …
It’s happened again: you made it through the screening interview with a company, then the interview with the hiring panel.
But then you receive a call from the recruiter about the status of the position, and they tell you that …
Accounting interview questions often include knowledge-based and technical questions designed to ensure you have the skills needed to succeed as an accountant. To get you interview-ready, we’ve gathered some of the most common accounting questions and answers for interviews.
In …
Equity, negotiation, counter-offers, wage gaps, cost-of-living … the list goes on! Considering the breadth of topics and frequently asked questions that fall within the “salaries” category, it seems like it’s always a good time to discuss compensation.
And here at Idealist, …
A merger takes place when two companies combine to form a new company. Companies merge to reduce competition, increase market share, introduce new products or services, improve operations, and, ultimately, drive more revenue.
Understanding mergers is essential if you’re considering …
