Dannyko:
I officially welcome myself to the thread as I received my COPR this morning .

mikkyphp:
contact me

Dyolahh:


Big congratulations to you. How long did it take?

czaratwork:


https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chartered_Professional_Accountant

The above link will answer the question on difference. I know if you are converting from ACCA to CPA, your added designation to CPA is CGA (General Accounting)while if you are converting from CIMA your added designation to CPA is CMA (Management Accounting) For CA, i think it is for those that are in public accounting.


Then for changing path, it is difficult unless with internal reference. The best is to get in with the skills you have (foot in the door) and then change within the company. They normally recruit based on experience and not what you want unfortunately. But you can give it a try. If you can defend the finance skills in your resume then good. Meanwhile Tax is also a good one over here.

The career path for finance analyst is attractive. From finance analyst to senior finance analyst to finance manager to controller/chief financial officer to CEO.. Most CFOs end up being CEOs because they work closely with CEOs and have understood the challenges of the role. So it really makes sense changing your path. And while at this you try and get a Canadian based masters degree.

My posting is not cordinated because i am multitasking presently.

WoodcrestMayor:
El oh el
Chai!
Thanks.
Will pm you

You must chop your first winter "carless".
You can not drive until you pass a road test after one year. You can start studying for your class 7 learners so that you can take the test as soon as you land.
You should be driving next year May

Send a pM if you want the study material...Alberta o!

hinograce:
@mikkyphp do you have a thread for this?

adesbaba:





Hello sir,For someone with MSC Financial managemt from the U.K...and just 2 years Bank experience from Nigeria(fund transfer,teller) and would love to build a career in banking industry in CA,,,,would you advice settling in Calgary or Toronto... and most banking roles seems to be Financial advisor ,aren't they other roles someone can get n grow into a management position(e.g in Nigeria bank ww move from Grad trainee to BO to SBO to Manager to Exec Director)..Do banks like scotiabank,TDBank n co av such


@Oga Black buddy... Pls answer too

Thanks

Missf:




Pls I need a training on advanced excel. Do u know anyone that offer this service

mikkyphp:
If you're not getting hired as a Management trainee in one of these banks, then you must possess a skill relevant to the bank. Easiest way to navigate this is to think about the guys that work in Bank Head offices in Nigeria, what skills do they possess? Risk management, audit, Data analysis/MIS etc. If you're selling yourself as a fund transfer or teller, then you may have to settle for Financial advisor as a means of getting in, and then rising through the ranks.

PS: Banking hub + maximum opportunities in this field is Toronto...

WoodcrestMayor:
El oh el

You must chop your first winter "carless".
You can not drive until you pass a road test after one year. You can start studying for your class 7 learners so that you can take the test as soon as you land.
You should be driving next year May

Send a pM if you want the study material...Alberta o!

adesbaba:




Hmmn...am so grateful for the reply sir....I optioned Calgary cos I felt its cheaper to settle there due to cheaper cost of living ,buying house in future n the likes...compared with Toronto where cost of living is huge.....so I felt probably one could get Finance/bank jobs too in Calgary...


As per the management trainee...I have done much work on scotiabank ,CIBC ,TDbank n RBC programs n I saw that they have something like our own graduate trainee programme here where you choose either corporate finance, wealth mgt ,n the likes with trainee fr 12-18 months ....and also internships....how do u see this

19CannyMum:
Good morning everyone.
Please this question I want to ask feels somehow to me, I'm even shying one kain.

But abeg, has anyone travelled with agbo before? How do you declare it? Lol.

mbakweich:
Greetings great people..... My first time commenting on this trend. Received my CPR February and have already booked my flight for 15th of May to edmonton, Alberta. Fact is I don't have any relative or friend in Canada and this would be my first time outside west Africa. I am in need of any connection, Nairalanders that could assist me in arranging a mini accommodation and possibly in settling down in Edmonton. I already looked at Airbnb (cost factor) and I feel it would be better I rent an accommodation to minimize the usage of my POF. Any help will be highly appreciated.

mikkyphp:


My bro, to be honest the ball is in your court. Increasing your chances in your chosen career or settling for cheaper province, house etc. Dont get me wrong, calgary is a great city with opportunities. Mortgage prices in ontario is on d average 400 -700k on the average, mayne excluding Toronto. This is not dissimilar to Calgary. Please do your research and be more informed so that you can make informed decisions. Weigh the opportunity cost - alternative of higher chances in the financial sector fore gone for doing a job u may not like and/or barely making enough for your mortgage because people told you it is a cheaper city? Is it enough for this trade-off? Do the maths and then draw your priorities...career / cost of living / house in the order that best suits your interest.

As per your last question, check for the location/province of such programs when they're advertised, that should give you a clue. I'm not familiar with that tbh.

Dannyko:
I officially welcome myself to the thread as I received my COPR this morning .

Ifeoma77:

Yes o!!! We're now official here. Time to start using the information here to make decisions
Thank prof

19CannyMum:
Good morning everyone.
Please this question I want to ask feels somehow to me, I'm even shying one kain.

But abeg, has anyone travelled with agbo before? How do you declare it? Lol.

mbakweich:
Greetings great people..... My first time commenting on this trend. Received my CPR February and have already booked my flight for 15th of May to edmonton, Alberta. Fact is I don't have any relative or friend in Canada and this would be my first time outside west Africa. I am in need of any connection, Nairalanders that could assist me in arranging a mini accommodation and possibly in settling down in Edmonton. I already looked at Airbnb (cost factor) and I feel it would be better I rent an accommodation to minimize the usage of my POF. Any help will be highly appreciated.

Mimi1999:


Chai
Thanks sha
Shebi you survive? Me sad will survive

LOSKYXANDER:

Wow thanks for sharing your detailed story!!! I am a geologist, I just finished NYSC. I'm thinking of writing IELTS exam very soon so I can start my express entry application. The only experience I have is my 6 months undergraduate IT experience in an oil company and my NYSC work experience. Do you think this is enough to get me to Canada under express entry? And I heard job availability is reducing drastically in the oil sector in Alberta, does it mean it will be difficult to get a job as a geologist in the oil industry in Alberta? Pls reply. Thx

sleekysoft:
Hello house, it’s been 2weeks I landed in Corner Brooks , Newfoundland.. it’s being mixed feelings.. is there any Nigerian living in Corner brooks ?

And trust me to people coming , you will have to undergo cultural Balance lol

Thanks

sleekysoft:
Hello house, it’s been 2weeks I landed in Corner Brooks , Newfoundland.. it’s being mixed feelings.. is there any Nigerian living in Corner brooks ?

And trust me to people coming , you will have to undergo cultural Balance lol

Thanks

sleekysoft:
Hello house, it’s been 2weeks I landed in Corner Brooks , Newfoundland.. it’s being mixed feelings.. is there any Nigerian living in Corner brooks ?

And trust me to people coming , you will have to undergo cultural Balance lol

Thanks

LOSKYXANDER:

Wow thanks for sharing your detailed story!!! I am a geologist, I just finished NYSC. I'm thinking of writing IELTS exam very soon so I can start my express entry application. The only experience I have is my 6 months undergraduate IT experience in an oil company and my NYSC work experience. Do you think this is enough to get me to Canada under express entry? And I heard job availability is reducing drastically in the oil sector in Alberta, does it mean it will be difficult to get a job as a geologist in the oil industry in Alberta? Pls reply. Thx

Onyeenyeh:
I can't believe I missed this. Congratulations. I'm so happy for you. We can't wait for you to land.

Jbelieve:


Congratulations on your landing. Please what do you mean by cultural balance