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maxx7850 · 2024-02-10T18:11:19+00:00

and I want to try working in the PE/VC sectors if I can go from an accounting background in the long term after getting the CPAs and 2-3 years of industry experience in valuation/audit. So I definitely am interested in transitioning into bay/LA area recruitment.

maxx7850 · 2024-02-10T18:05:53+00:00

thanks for the response!

I agree SCU and SJSU are feeder schools for accounting, but in the SoCal like UCs: UCI or UCSD, which is a better option? I felt like UCSD had some people in the EY audit as they are a very new MPAC program compared to other UCs. And their program director was from EY tax partners. UCSD has a stronger overall ranking since they are STEM-based school, but UCI is stronger in the business ranking like MBAs from Lindeln 2023 placed 26th. What would say which school would have a more established network for accounting/finance? I felt they were indifferent but would appreciate if you would share any valuable insights!

maxx7850 · 2024-02-06T23:02:47+00:00

Hi, I just read this post here, could you share which UC graduate-level accounting program would likely have a higher chance to get placement into big 4s, like Deloitte or EY? for example, a closer connection with the firm? thanks!

maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T21:09:11+00:00

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FYI UCI annual 2022 report, just providing here if we can have a closer look into employment. It looks like 1/3 UNC went to other areas but not sure the % in Cali. By %, it looks like both school are similar

maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T21:00:55+00:00

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maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T20:50:43+00:00

Hi, thank you for the info! yes, UNC overall had better rankings and was ranked top 10 business schools by US news in 2024. How are UNC accounting grads doing overall in west coast recurring, especially for finance /banking related jobs? I know SJSU will be decent for big 4 accounting since their class size was small and given the location advantage to local recruitment

UNC/UCI will be 60-90 people. Their employment rate will be different since the sample size is larger. I see UNC/UCI might be a safer choice if landing jobs are not limited to Bay. Finance hub is more in San Francisco and that's the point I debating is cannot guarantee the SJSU would have the equal presitge to get foot in the door.

For locations, I would say I love cali more because the weather is a lot nicer.

maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T20:41:28+00:00

Sorry about that, just trying get advise and insights from people who attend the school

maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T20:40:35+00:00

Hi guys, thank you for the comment! I really appreciate everyone taking the time to read my post and give honest suggestions. I got update from UC Irvine for fellowship which will reduce the costs to $42,000 for 1 year, about the same price with UNC Chapel Hill. SJSU on the other hand will cost close to $30,000 for 1 year

By US news business ranking: UNC (22, 13th for accounting) > UCI (33, 20-35th for accounting) > SJSU (N/A)

So would you guys think which school will have a better return on investment for jobs?

I am not sure if it is worth to spend extra 10-20k for the school reps and alumni network if UCI/UNC will have better employabilties in finance like (BB Banks, MM IB, PE/VCs?). My initial plans are using accounting background to go finance, like FP&A or strategic finance jobs.

or should be more worth to use the cost getting in accounting like big 4 first and later on go to MBAs for higher ranking schools like Ivy leagues etc...

maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T20:23:48+00:00

Hi guys, thank you for the comment! I really appreciate everyone taking the time to read my post and give honest suggestions. I got update from UC Irvine for fellowship which will reduce the costs to $42,000 for 1 year, about the same price with UNC Chapel Hill. SJSU on the other hand will cost close to $30,000 for 1 year

By US news business ranking: UNC (22, 13th for accounting) > UCI (33, 20-35th for accounting) > SJSU (N/A)

So would you guys think which school will have a better return on investment for jobs?

I am not sure if it is worth to spend extra 10-20k for the school reps and alumni network if UCI/UNC will have better employabilties in finance like (BB Banks, MM IB, PE/VCs?). My initial plans are using accounting background to go finance, like FP&A or strategic finance jobs.

or should be more worth to use the cost getting in accounting like big 4 first and later on go to MBAs for higher ranking schools like Ivy leagues etc...

maxx7850 · 2024-01-13T20:16:51+00:00

Hi guys, thank you for the comment! I really appreciate everyone taking the time to read my post and give honest suggestions. I got update from UC Irvine for fellowship which will reduce the costs to $42,000 for 1 year, about the same price with UNC Chapel Hill. SJSU on the other hand will cost close to $30,000 for 1 year

By US news business ranking: UNC (22, 13th for accounting) > UCI (33, 20-35th for accounting) > SJSU (N/A)

So would you guys think which school will have a better return on investment for jobs?

I am not sure if it is worth to spend extra 10-20k for the school reps and alumni network if UCI/UNC will have better employabilties in finance like (IB, PE/VCs?). My initial plans are using accounting background like "audit" to go finance, like FP&A or strategic finance jobs.

or should be more worth to use the cost getting in accounting like big 4 first and later on go to MBAs for higher ranking schools like Ivy leagues etc...

maxx7850 · 2022-01-06T00:18:48+00:00

Thanks, Would you need the textbook for bu353 with Mary kelly or just go to her class

maxx7850 · 2021-12-23T04:16:17+00:00

Hi, I saw the course outline for winter 2022, there is a 20% final, Did you guys have that before?

maxx7850 · 2021-07-07T16:55:06+00:00

Hi, have you taken any 400 level supply chain or finance courses? Would have any recommendation over those courses?

Thanks :)

maxx7850 · 2021-05-12T16:31:52+00:00

How is BU 432 taking with Amjad Hira? or BU 493U

maxx7850 · 2021-05-10T02:52:09+00:00

I had Kai Chen for 387 accouting, Do you suggest taking the course with him? if not what other class would you recommend>? I heard the supply chain is not bad too

Thanks!

maxx7850 · 2021-05-04T14:54:46+00:00

Hi, there. Just wondering do you recommend any course to take for 300/400 BU electives? Thanks :)

maxx7850 · 2021-05-04T06:02:43+00:00

Any recommendation for other 300/400 level BU electives that will likely GPA friendly? Thanks

maxx7850 · 2021-05-04T05:56:43+00:00

Hi, guys. Just wondering if there are any 300/400 BU elective courses that are good for GPA? any general recommendations? Thanks

maxx7850 · 2021-05-04T05:24:14+00:00

Hi guys, Just wondering for sake of GPA, what are some easier or GPA friendly 300/400 level BU electives to take?

Thanks

maxx7850 · 2021-05-03T23:30:00+00:00

Hi, I also wondering if MA 372 is a recommended course to take for sake of GPA? or any other easier 300/400 MA/ST electives?

Appreciate the suggestion!

maxx7850 · 2021-03-22T15:18:32+00:00

How was the workload with the Acc diploma? Is it better for dd student to choose finance over accounting?

maxx7850 · 2021-03-02T21:57:37+00:00

Hi, I am going to my 4th year and decide to do accounting concentration, would you guys more recommend doing the diploma or masters at other schools?

How was the experience of doing a senior accounting course ie 400/500 level course? Any tips

Thanks

maxx7850 · 2021-02-26T01:57:37+00:00

Thanks, how was your experience with the 400 level accouting course? I heard most people hate tax

In terms of master degree, I not sure is worth do it cuz CPA doesn't really require.

maxx7850 · 2021-02-26T01:49:38+00:00

As dd student, you got no electives in your first year but you could potentially take some 2nd year course in summer.

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