In this issue:
1) Employer in the spotlight   5) Other matters
2) Versatile AAT   6) Featured article
3) Examination matters   7) AAT hot jobs
4) Upcoming events   8) Event calendar
 
In this issue, we have interviewed one of our members and his employer about their views on the AAT qualification.
 
As clouds gather from the financial turmoil, employers worldwide face the toughest question: how many staff they can keep. Susie Kwong, Consulting Manager of a business solution provider, discusses how an employee can stay competitive with a professional qualification during the turbulent times. +
It is common that people are not sure which field they should go into in the early stage of their career. AAT, a versatile qualification, not only benefits those developing a career in the specialised accountancy profession but is also a fantastic stepping stone for a wide spectrum of roles across industries. Thomas Ng, new member of HKIAAT, talks about how his AAT qualification has helped him flourish in the fast-growing IT industry. +

Technical articles for the forthcoming examinations
To assist students preparing for the upcoming December examinations, we have issued articles to explain certain difficult technical topics. Visit the AAT Learning Centre on our website to read these useful articles.
 

Library opening hours
To help our students in their examination preparation, we will extend our library opening hours from 21 November to 23 December 08.

The extended hours for the period are as follows:
Monday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday to Friday 9:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Sunday & Public Holidays Closed
 
Professional Bridging Examination (PBE) and Accounting Technician Examination (ATE)

PBE and ATE candidates should check to ensure that all details contained in their Examination Entry Acknowledgements are correct and read carefully the notes and regulations for the December 2008 Examinations. +

Examinable Accounting & Financial Reporting and Auditing Standards in the December 2008 Examination
Candidates taking PBE Paper 1 – Financial Reporting, ATE Paper 7 – Advanced Accounting and ATE Paper 8 – Auditing should note the list of standards relevant to the forthcoming examination. +
 

Certified Accounts Clerks (CAC) Qualification
Congratulations to the 34 candidates who have been awarded the CAC qualification. Click here for the list of new CAC qualification holders.

HKIAAT 20th Anniversary Celebration
The HKIAAT is celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year. Established in 1988, the HKIAAT has contributed significantly to the development of accountancy profession in Hong Kong. To commemorate this important milestone, a celebration dinner will be held on 27 November 2008 and a congratulatory supplement will be published in Hong Kong Economic Times and Ming Pao Daily.
 
HKIAAT CPD Seminar
We are proud to offer the CPD programmes for our members and students. Our valuable series of CPD seminars can help you update your skills and knowledge. The next programme is:
Date: 7 January 2009
Seminar: "Analysing Financial Statements" Enrol here.

Membership and Student Fees for 2009
Annual membership and student fees will be due soon! Members and students will receive their renewal package in early December 2008. For students of the Accredited Accounting Technician examination, there will be a slight increase in the student fee to HK$600, while the membership fee stays at HK$600. These fees will be due on 1 January 2009. All members and students are obliged to pay the annual fees before the due date. +
 

New members
Congratulations to the 14 new Fellow members and 61 new Associate members. Click here for the list of new members.
 
HKIAAT Teachers' Conference – New Qualification Framework
The HKIAAT Teachers' Conference was successfully held on 25 October 2008 at Park Lane Hotel. The aims of the conference were to explain the syllabuses and requirements of the New Qualification Framework (NQF) and to foster a closer tie between the educational institutes and HKIAAT. Over 80 guests, faculty members, AAT Advisors and speakers participated in the conference. The teachers expressed strong support for the NQF. They believed the new syllabuses will help their students to achieve greater success in their careers. They considered the event very useful and practical in helping them prepare their students to study the NQF in June 2009. +
 

Path Builders Campaign
The government is introducing a community campaign to foster a drug-free culture for young people. Come and show your support to this worthy cause. +

Your Magical Coach – Part 5 (Commitment)
In this last episode of the Magical Coach series on how to achieve a richer life, Wilson Wan talks about the most important factor: commitment. Why is it so difficult to commit to a task? Read more. +

Want to take your career to the next level up the ladder? +

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HKIAAT   Accredited Programme Providers
HKICPA T/Dialogue
New Qualification Framework TechWatch
Technical Articles Past AAT Express
 

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