ICAEW, a leader in the accounting and finance professions, has launched a network for students in the Middle East. The network will support budding chartered accountants through events and exam support.
ICAEW has around 800 members holding the renowned and internationally recognised ACA qualification and approximately 300 students in the Middle East. The student network aims to offer support to those studying to gain the qualification through technical seminars, practical examination advice and social networking to help them get the best possible start in their careers.
Commenting on the launch, Amanda Line, ICAEW Middle East Regional Director, said: “Studying for the ACA qualification is very demanding. It requires students to be completely focused and determined. But it is worth all the sweat and stress, as it is a great door opener to the world of finance and the beginning of an exciting career.
“Those studying for the ACA and the Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (CFAB), or our Corporate Finance qualification, should ensure they make the most of the network as engaging with peers is a quick way to get ahead of the game.”
Students in the Middle East are spread across a range of geographical locations, so video conferencing and other online solutions will be utilised to allow students to share their experiences and discuss relevant topics.
Nauman Asif, who is in his final studies towards becoming an ACA (Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales) and works for www.bayt.com, will chair the Middle Eastern student network. He has already been supporting students in the region for three years and with the formation of the network, his support role will become official.
Speaking at the launch of the student network, Nauman said: “I have been involved with supporting ICAEW students over the past few years and I am delighted that the formation of the Middle East student network is now complete. I feel a great honour in becoming the inaugural Chairman and I am very much looking forward to working with my fellow students and ICAEW Middle East staff in making this a great success”.
In addition to the student network, ICAEW has an online student community with blogs, articles and forums to discuss industry news. It provides a place where students across the world can meet to discuss topics relevant to their studies. The ICAEW online student community provides an easy way for students to keep up to date with the activities of their local student network and the profession, as well as access the latest information from ICAEW.
