HKIAAT

In this issue:

1) Employer in the spotlight and versatile AAT	5) AAT hot jobs
2) Examination matters	6) Event calendar
3) Forthcoming activities	7) Useful links
4) Feature article

Quentin Wong, sole proprietor of Quentin Wong & Co CPA, talks about the success ingredients for accounting personnel and how AAT qualification holders outshines their counterparts. AAT graduate Miuky Tam tells us of her commitment to the accountancy profession and shares her formula for success.

Results announcement for the December 2010 session
The examination results of both AAT Examination and PBE will be announced in the fourth week of February 2011.

Syllabus update for AAT Examination and PBE
Updated syllabuses and accounting software for the AAT Examination and PBE will be adopted from the June 2011 session onwards.

Abolition of PBE special topics from the June 2011 session onwards
PBE special topics will no longer be available from the June 2011 examination session onwards. This will be in line with the Hong Kong Institute of CPAs' qualification programme (QP) whereby special topics are not provided for the module assessment level.

Education and careers expo 2011
The HKIAAT will participate in the education and careers expo from 17 to 20 February 2011 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. We aim to introduce the HKIAAT qualifications and showcase the accounting profession to visitors. An information session will also be arranged at the expo on 18 February 2011. Come and join this annual event to obtain the latest information about the profession.

CPD seminars
Our new series of CPD seminars can help you update your skills and knowledge. The next programme is:

Topic:	PRC individual income tax for expatriates and cross-border employees
Date:	Wednesday, 9 March 2011
Time:	7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Fee:	HK$80 for HKIAAT members / students HK$100 for non-HKIAAT members / students

Click here to enrol.

Annual Award and Graduation Ceremony /
New Members’ Reception 2010-11
The Annual Award and Graduation Ceremony / New Members’ Reception 2010-11 will be held on 25 March 2011. We are pleased to have Mrs. Lesley Wong, J.P., Director of Accounting Services, The Treasury, as the guest of honour. Prizes will be awarded to our top students and scholarship recipients to recognize their outstanding academic performance. Our new graduates and members will also be invited to join this event to meet accounting professionals and academics.

Accountancy and Information Systems (AIS) Forum
A forum on contemporary issues in accounting and management information systems, organized by the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE), will be held on 26 February 2011 at IVE (Shatin). Click here for details.

Education of the heart
Proper etiquette and good manners can make a positive impression on others. Weelen Ho tells us how good manners are developed through the education of heart and explains why they form an essential part of our life and career. +

Want to take your career to the next level up the ladder? Click here for the latest jobs posted.

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