Past Events

CMA/CPA Exam Preparation: Resources and Tips

Please join us for an interactive session co-hosted by the DeVry University Virtual Student Chapter, the Queens College Student Chapter, and Molloy University focused on helping to prepare you for your CMA/CPA exam journey:

  • Discover different exam preparation resources available from Becker, Gleim and Wiley
  • Hear from CMA/CPA candidates and professionals
    • Learn about the CMA/CPA certification benefits
    • Gain insights and tips on how to effectively study for the exams


CMA Exam Preparation: Resources and Tips

Co-hosted with the IMA Queens College Chapter on April 5th with guest speakers Jeffrey Sampson, Account Manager at Becker; Alexandra Graham, Professor Relations Coordinator at Gleim; and Tom Kubishta, East Regional Director at Wiley Efficient Learning.


In this event you will:
  • Learn about different exam preparation resources available from Becker, Gleim, and Wiley Efficient Learning
  • Discover how to develop an effective study guide
  • Gain insights on how to overcome exam test anxiety

Paving Your Career Path with the CMA!

with guest speakers Mary Patterson, IMA Academic Outreach Manager, and Bernice F. Jenkins, CMA, CPA, IMA Volunteer Leadership Standing Board Committee.


In this event you will:
  • discover the benefits of being an IMA student member
  • learn about the advantages of upskilling with the CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification
  • gain an insight into the steps towards becoming a CMA
  • discover an array of CMA career paths
  • hear testimonials from CMA industry professionals

Applying Data Analytic Best Practice to Detect White Collar Crime Series-Part II

hosted by the IMA Queens College student chapter with guest speakers Jian Xiao, MBA, CPA, CGMA, CMA, Founder of Turning Point Solutions; Lawrence Vigna, CFE, Supervisory Forensic Accountant FBI Phoenix Division; and Suzanne Allen, CPA, Special Agent FBI Phoenix Division.


In Part II of this workshop, you will understand an effective data analytic framework described by the data analytic experts, learn the best practice for presenting the detected outcomes demonstrated by the FBI via the “Daylon Pierce” romance Investment Fraud, which was featured on the TV show American Greed, and Queens College students will showcase their findings from real-world cases focusing on drug/money laundering, Pell Grant, and investment fraud assigned by the FBI in Part I of the series (held on 4/21/2021 at 6:30pm-8:00pm EST), receive critiques from the FBI in real time, and get insights on how to develop your career in Forensic Accounting in the FBI sector.


Click here for a summary of "Preparing for your FBI Career"

Applying Data Analytic Best Practice to Detect White Collar Crime Series-Part I

with guest speakers Jian Xiao, MBA, CPA, CGMA, CMA, Founder of Turning Point Solutions; and Lawrence Vigna, CFE, Supervisory Forensic Accountant FBI Phoenix Division.

In Part I of this workshop, you will understand an effective Data Analytic Framework described by the Data Analytic Experts, learn the best practice for the Fraud Detective Model demonstrated by the FBI, and share your thoughts on how to leverage advanced analytic to transform your business.

Upon the completion of Part I, Queens College students will be assigned real-world cases focusing on Drug/Money Laundering, Pell Grant ,and Investment Fraud by the FBI team, and be eligible to enter into the Fraud Detection Show Case Competition coming up in Part II of our series held on 5/12/2021 from 6:30pm-8:00pm.

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How to Interview with the Big4 Series- Deloitte- Part II

with guest speaker Kelcie Valentiner, Audit Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP.

This "free” event offers a live mock interview for you to explore your career options within the Big4 Accounting Firms.  This event will also help you prepare for the interview, sharpen your skills, and deepen the understanding of the Big4's "real needs and requirements”. Attending this event will help you enhance your interview success rate and gain a competitive advantage over your competition!



How to Interview with the Big Four- Deloitte Series- Part 1

with guest speaker Randy (Randolph) Deyulio, Long Island Managing Partner at Deloitte & Touche LLP

This "free” event is part 1 of our chapter's “interview series” and will help you to explore your career options within the Big Four CPA Firms by better understanding their 'real' needs and requirements. This discussion will focus on the top skills and requirements sought out by the Big Four. Attending this event will help you to gain a competitive advantage over your competition and get into the game, especially as graduation is approaching!