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Results of the CPA, CA entrance exam released - 642 Quebec candidates pass the 2012 Uniform Evaluation
MONTREAL, Nov. 30, 2012, 2012 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) --
The long-awaited results of the
2012 Uniform Evaluation (UFE) were released this morning. The Ordre des
CPA du Québec is pleased to announce that 642Quebec candidates passed
the profession's entrance exam (CPA, CA path). The growing number of
successful candidates shows that more than ever the accounting
profession is an appealing career choice for young people entering the
job market. There is no doubt that excellent training and high quality
educational material are making a difference.
"I would like to congratulate the 642 candidates who outdid themselves
at the UFE. It is a privilege to know we can count on this future
generation whose know-how, expertise and talent will allow them to
become business leaders and excellent ambassadors of the CPA
profession. Today, the confidence and determination they have shown in
reaching their goal have paid off. I would like to acknowledge the
remarkable work of the training employers and university professors who
supported and guided them in their training," noted Order Chair Stephan
Robitaille, FCPA, FCGA.
National Honour Roll
This year, an impressive number of Quebecers (10) ranked among the 50
candidates who earned a place on the UFE Honour Roll of the Canadian
Institute of Chartered Accountants, which recognizes the highest
standings in Canada on the UFE. "The Order is proud to have such a
large number of top candidates among its future members. They represent
excellence and are headed for a great future. I am certain they will
become key players in their professional environment and their
community," commented Daniel McMahon, FCPA, FCA, President and CEO of
the Order.
Jonathan Dubuc distinguished himself and was awarded the Chartered
Accountants of Canada Gold Medal and a $2,500 cash prize for the
highest standing in Quebec at the 2012 Uniform Evaluation.
The top 10 candidates from Quebec who will be honoured during a ceremony
to be held at the Palais des congrès de Montréal on March 23, 2013,
are:
Jonathan Dubuc, HEC Montréal
Chiasson Gauvreau, Châteauguay
Giuseppe Amato, John Molson School of Business, Concordia University
Nexia Friedman, Montreal
Justine Brossard, École des sciences de la gestion, Université du Québec à Montréal
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, Montreal
Karine Côté, HEC Montréal
Ernst & Young, Montreal
Léa Dugal, HEC Montréal
PricewaterhouseCoopers, Montreal
Francis Lauzon, HEC Montréal
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, Montreal
Olivier Marchesseault-Groleau, HEC Montréal
Ernst & Young, Montreal
Pier-Olivier Tremblay, Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
Mallette, Chicoutimi
Geneviève Vincent, HEC Montréal
Ernst & Young, Montreal
Tatiana Zlotea, John Molson School of Business, Concordia University
MNP, Montreal
The UFE: a rigorous competency-based evaluation
The three-day Uniform Evaluation is held simultaneously across Canada.
The purpose of the UFE is to measure candidates' ability to integrate
their knowledge and skills as well as to analyze, process and
effectively communicate information. Candidates have to demonstrate
that they have acquired the competencies needed to become professional
accountants and to work in public practice, in industry, and in public
and parapublic sector organizations.
After passing the UFE and completing their training period, candidates
can use the CPA, CA designation. UFE subject matter includes assurance,
financial performance and information measurement, governance, strategy
and risk management, corporate finance, management decision-making and
taxation.
Who are the chartered professional accountants
CPAs are professionals recognized for their rigor, acumen, versatility
and credibility. They have been trained to be the best in their area of
expertise, and their skills enable them to serve businesses,
organizations and the general public.
About the Ordre des CPA du Québec
The Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec has over 35,600
members and 6,500 candidates and students. The Order ensures the
protection of the public and the visibility of the profession. It
represents all areas of expertise of the accounting profession,
including assurance, financial accounting, management and management
accounting, finance and taxation.
SOURCE: Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec
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Melanie Verville Manager, Communications Ordre des CPA du Quebec T 514288-3256 [3014]
• 1 800363-4688 m.verville@cpa-quebec.com Follow the Ordre des CPA
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