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Accounts Job Opportunities – Technological Advancement Has Made a Revolution

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Sep 03 2010

Unemployment is not the problem in today’s market; the problem is lack of people who are well equipped with practical knowledge & skills and having pure theoretical knowledge. For a person to be successful it is necessary to be both theoretically and practically sound.

Unemployment! Unemployment! is the talk of the state. According to NASSCOM estimate IT enabled services in India might generate 1.1 million job opportunities including accounts and Rs.810 billion in revenues by the year 2008.

The problem today is not that of unemployment, but lack of the required practical training in any field. The candidates lack the knowledge of the implementation of the concepts that they have learnt at Colleges. The jobs are there for people to grab. People are pursuing various degree & training program with the hope of securing a job, but remain unemployed as the employers do not find them suitable for the required vacancies.

The present education system is to be blamed for this paradox. There is too much emphasis on theory. Practical training is seldom a part of the course curriculum. The gap between demand and supply for quality candidate is widening day by day.

For any person to be successful in any career it is necessary for one to be equipped with all the necessary tools (education & training), which one can use whenever required. The usage of the right tool at the right time defines a person’s performance level & also his promotional levels. It is not necessary that a person who has been academically excellent throughout his college life will excel in official activities.

ICA is a humble effort towards bridging the gap. The jobs oriented courses offered by ICA with adequate emphasis on practical knowledge & Job Opportunities are ideally placed to bring smiles to the employers as well as the candidates seeking a job after studying at ICA.

Technological advancement has made a revolution in all fronts and the field of Accounts is no exception. We have managed to bring about a paradigm shift in the minds of thousands of people who think that the accountant’s job is mere book keeping and clerical in nature. After placing 30000+ students successfully all over India for the past 7 years, ICA has not only proved this myth wrong but it also proved itself as one of the best in the field of IT education.

We have got Centralized Accounts Placement Cell as well as Placement Offices all over India. Our claim “Job/Money Back “ statement is made solely relying on the efficient & exuberant personnel of placement department who are working round the clock to stand up to this statement. The students are provided ATJ (ANY TIME JOB) cards which stand for life time Job Warranty to each and every student.

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Straighterline And Ashford University Partner To Offer New Opportunities For Individuals Pursuing Their College Degrees

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Aug 21 2010

Alexandria, VA – StraighterLine (http://www.straighterline[dot]com) announced today that Ashford University (www.ashford.edu), a leading provider of online learning and classroom based college degree programs, has joined StraighterLine’s expanding partner college network of online college courses. Ashford University has been providing college degrees since 1918 and is known for its high quality yet highly affordable online and on-campus programs. StraighterLine partner colleges are all regionally accredited institutions that award post-secondary credit upon transfer for successfully completing its online college courses.

 

Through this partnership, students who successfully complete StraighterLine courses may transfer their courses for full credit when they enroll in one of Ashford University’s degree programs. Students can use these transfer credits towards the completion of their associate and bachelors degrees.

 

Students can take freshman and introductory-level classes from StraighterLine and save thousands of dollars on a four-year college degree. With StraighterLine, students pay only $99 per month plus $39 per course started and can move as quickly or slowly through the material as they like.

 

StraighterLine distance learning courses have been evaluated and recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE)’s Credit Recommendation Service and have met or exceeded the Distance Education and Training Council’s standards for online course quality.

 

Currently, StraighterLine offers nine entry-level college courses online, including College Algebra, Precalculus, English Comp I, English Comp II, Accounting I, Accounting II, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Business Statistics and two developmental courses, with more to be offered soon. StraighterLine partner colleges and universities include the following institutions:

 

* American InterContinental University (www.aiuniv.edu/)

 

* Ashford University (www.ashford.edu)

 

* Assumption College (www.assumption.edu/)

 

* Capella University (www.capella.edu/)

 

* Charter Oak State College (www.charteroak.edu)

 

* Excelsior College (www.excelsior.edu/)

 

* Fort Hays State University (www.fhsu.edu)

 

* Jefferson Community and Technical

College (www.jefferson.kctcs.edu)

 

* Kaplan University (www.kaplanuniversity.edu)

 

* Lake City Community College (www.lakecitycc.edu)

 

* Nazarene Bible College (www.nbc.edu/)

 

* Potomac College (www.potomac.edu)

 

* Thompson Rivers University (www.truopen.ca)

 

* Western Governors University (www.wgu.edu)

 

“By partnering with an education leader like Ashford, working adults have one more avenue to receive a college degree affordably and on their schedule,” Says Burck Smith, StraighterLine’s CEO and Founder.

 

About Ashford University

 

Founded in 1918, Ashford University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahlc[dot]org). The University offers graduate and undergraduate degree programs online and at its Clinton, Iowa, campus. The University is known for its high quality yet highly affordable online and on-campus programs. For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu or call Shari Rodriguez, Associate Vice President of Public Relations, at 858.513.9240 x2513.

 

About StraighterLine

 

StraighterLine is a leader in making a quality college education more affordable. StraighterLine’s programs are a great way to tackle the escalating cost of four-year college tuition and avoid a mountain of student debt.

 

StraighterLine offers two innovative programs. The “Freshman Year for $999″ program is designed to help college students and their families address rampant rising tuition costs of college education. Students can take up to 10 StraighterLine distance learning courses for a single fee of $999 and realize savings of more than 90% versus the first-year tuition at many colleges. Students can also enroll in a subscription package for $99 a month that allows students who can move the material even faster an opportunity for even greater savings. Both programs includes up to 10 hours of one-on-one instructional support.

 

Students who successfully complete StraighterLine online college courses receive credit when they enroll with any school in our rapidly expanding network of regionally accredited partner colleges and universities. In addition, the American Council on Education’s College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT – www.acenet.edu/acecredit/) has also evaluated and recommended college credit for StraighterLine courses. ACE CREDIT helps students gain access to academic credit at colleges and universities for formal courses and examinations taken in settings outside traditional higher education.

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Identity Theft Surge Likely to Create Multiple Employment Opportunities in IT Security Degree Programs

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Jul 09 2010

A recent survey conducted by the United States Department of Justice indicates that identity theft is indeed on the rise. Affecting millions of households in the U.S each year, identity theft costs have now soared well above $6 billion per year. The study confirms that roughly three percent of all U.S. households experienced some sort of ID theft during the first half of the calendar year 2004. While this particular method of illegally obtaining personal information for the purpose of financial gain only accounts for a percentage of the total losses resulting from identity theft, it represents an undermining of the online banking systems that many financial institutions have undertaken great expense to implement. Countering the surge in identity theft, many banking firms and other lenders are relying on an influx of recent and future graduates of IT security degree programs to spearhead efforts to thwart would be offenders who seek to commit criminal activity through electronic means. Whether the supply of IT security professionals is able to meet the current and future demands of the marketplace, however, is unknown.
With identity theft and other data loss concerns becoming more commonplace in the information technology sector, an increased likelihood exists that security positions within the field will become harder to fill in the upcoming years. As IT security is a constantly evolving milieu, the need for well trained, competent systems management professionals is likely to extend into other sectors of information security as well. Not only are individuals at risk, institutions have also lost millions of dollars due to inadequate information security protocols.
For those seeking a career opportunity, database security may represent one of the safest bets for future job security. According to the United States Department of Labor, “Employment (for computer security specialists) is expected to increase much faster than the average as organizations continue to adopt increasingly sophisticated technologies”. While the future technologies implemented to effectively counter identity theft are unknown at this time, the need for qualified security personnel is an almost certainty. In a world where cyber crime is steadily rising, one can only hope that the professionals needed to design and implement advanced security measures needed to combat identity theft will be available to protect the resources of consumers and institutions alike.

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Your Career Opportunities With an Online Hospitality Management Degree

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Jul 06 2010

If you like to work in travel industry and excites in running a hotel, then you should earn a hospitality management degree. The increase of affordability of international travel is the key booster for the travel & hotel management industries. The job opportunities in tourism and hotel management are projecting a strong growth of 17% through 2014. Hence, if you are interested to involve in this field, you are at the right track.

There are a lot of career opportunities will be awaiting for you once you graduate from hospitality management degree. The available of online hospitality management degree programs offer by many prestige online universities will ease your degree earning process and get yourself equip with the required knowledge to face the career challenges.

Area of Study in Online Hospitality Management Degree Programs

Hospitality Management covers a wide range of areas which include hotel & resort management, hotel security and business finance management. The online hospitality management degree programs offer by online universities may be different from one university to the others. Each program may focus on a special area. Hence, you need to choose an online hospitality management degree program that focus on your area of interest. Basically an online hospital management degree program will covers the basic topics such as Resort Management, Food and beverage management, Club Management, Accounting and Financial Management.

The available of online degree program allows you to take your Hospitality Management courses at your comfort home and places such as internet café, library or places that have connection to internet. The online degree program will perfectly fit into your business schedule if you are a working individual who like to make a career success in hospitality sector.

Job Opportunities

As a Hospitality Management degree graduate, you can start your career in various fields such as:

* Hotel or Resort General Manager

* Assistant Hotel or Restaurant Manager

* Food and Beverage Manager

* Convention Service Manager

* Front Office Manager

* Reservations Supervisor

* Marketing and Sales Director

* Event Planner

* And etc.

Although the graduates of Hospitality Management Degree tend to work in travel and hotel management fields but the career choices are not limited to these. You can also enter a corporate and applying any business related position in department such as Human Resources, Finances and Sales & Marketing. You have very wide choices in your career selection after earn your Hospitality Management degree online.

Your Potential Earnings

Based on some research done by payscale.com, a hospitality management associate degree with minimal experience has an average annual salary of $38,000 and normally an associate degree in hospitality management can start his career as an Assistant Manager and work his way up to a six figures earnings.

In Summary

Online Hospitality Management degree has become one of the popular online degree programs in conjunction with the growth of travel and hotel management industries. Many career opportunities are waiting for graduate from this hot degree. If you choose to start your career in hospitality sector, online Hospitality Management degree program should be your right choice.

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Career Opportunities with Business Degrees

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Jun 15 2010

When one thinks of a career in business, most probably a career in management and marketing is what immediately comes to mind. In fact, graduates with business degrees are always in demand because of their honed business skills that blends both business theory and practice together and puts it to strategic use. Business principles can be applied to various different sectors like the government, finance, the arts, non-profit organizations, and even healthcare. Your services as a business graduate are always required in almost every industry. Equipped with a good business degree program, you’re ready to face the challenges of any business setting. A business degree also equips a student with all the necessary theory and practice required for the smooth functioning of any organization. Some business degrees also offer options for further specializations into areas like healthcare or finance, while some others offer a more generalized approach and a more global worldview.

All business degrees are inherently practical and are designed to provide students with real life, hands-on experience. Business degrees help create a smoother transition from the safety of a classroom to the high-tension competitiveness of the international business world. Business demands multiple role plays. Jobs in this field are extremely challenging as well as rewarding. As a business graduate you will be trained to take up different roles in an organization – from being a problem solver to a pioneer, a radical thinker to a listener.

A good business degree program will help develop leadership and problem solving skills. You will be taught how to approach a variety of issues and find solutions that maximize the potential success of the business. Business degrees are generally offered in management, computers, finance, law, and accounting. Some include research projects and the study of ethics, social psychology and organizational behavior as well. When deciding on what business degree to choose, you need to ask yourself what your interests are and the goals you want to achieve. How many years are you willing to commit to studying before entering the job market? Are you leaning towards a more general business degree or do you prefer a specialized degree program such as e-commerce or management? As there is a vast array of business degree programs and combinations available to students today, check out all your options before deciding upon a business degree that suits you. If you any questions, ask guidance from a college career counselor.

Certain in-demand business degrees that prepare students for multiple career opportunities are:

Associates Degree in Business – If you are not sure of committing to a four year long Bachelors degree or are still deciding on a career in business, an associate degree in business might be your best option. This degree also provides credits and a foundation for a further degree in the future. This program will equip you with marketable skills that you can use to advance professionally.

Bachelors Degree in Business – This is normally the minimum requirement for any entry-level job in the field of business and business administration. Your job options could range from starting positions in the field of economics, finance, accounting, management, sales and marketing. If you are already working, a Bachelors business degree could improve your chances of a higher salary and career advancement.

Masters Degree in Business – You need a Bachelors degree to enter most MBA degree programs. Most MBA applicants would need to have prior work experience, as well, in order to quality for MBA programs. MBA degree programs are aimed at working professionals who want to ramp up progress in their chosen field and improve their earning potential as well.

In addition to the above, those interested in specializing in a particular field of research can opt for a Doctorate Degree in Business allowing you to teach in the field of your choice. According to the U.S. Department of Education, business degree programs are gaining popularity as they prepare students for a variety of careers and open up a whole avenue of possibilities to succeed in.

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Australian opportunities dry up for Chinese students

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May 31 2010

Australian opportunities dry up for Chinese students
A recent change in Australia’s immigration policy is having an impact on Chinese students. The new Skilled Occupation List (SOL) announced by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship on May 17 suggests the country is narrowing its doors to immigration. While the current SOL has 400 occupations, the new list, which will come into effect on July 1, cuts the number to 181. This will …

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Expanding educational opportunities, without the ‘Benjamins’

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May 18 2010

Expanding educational opportunities, without the ‘Benjamins’
The State University System of Florida is quite accessible to individuals from a diverse set of socioeconomic conditions. Universities in Florida are some of the least expensive in the nation.

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What employment opportunities are there for someone with an Associates degree in accounting?

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May 10 2010

I currently finished my 2 yr associate of arts in accounting degree through the University of Phoenix online. What sort of opportunities are there for someone with this degree? Also, I am debating on whether or not to continue my education to get my bachelors degree and/ or CPA certified. Any comments will be gratefully accepted.

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Accounting Careers: Promising Opportunities and Tips

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May 05 2010

Accounting or accountancy is one of the most promising types of profession today. It is always in demand and the career opportunities here are huge. If you are considering a profession as an accountant, then you will definitely see that this will change your professional life.

First of all, you have to know how you can start in the accounting field. Here are some tips that will be able to point you the right way to success.

The first thing that you have to do is decide on the field of accounting that you are interested in. There are basically lots of different fields in the accounting career and you will surely find the right one.

It is also a good idea to research about information related to accounting or accountancy, such as the college or university you are going to take the course in. You have to consider that companies are quite picky when it comes to the college or university that accountants graduated in. Also, by doing this, you will be able to know which college or university offers quality education particularly on accountancy.

Try consulting accounting professionals and teachers who are knowledgeable about the subject. They will be able to give you a lot of information coming from their experience.

If you plan on pursuing a career in accounting, then you have to enroll in a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Even if you are good in accounting, you can never have a good job if you don’t have at least a bachelor’s degree.

After graduating, don’t set your ambitions too high. Always remember that everyone starts small and work their way up to their goals. Start off as a junior accountant or as a trainee. This will not only give you a chance in the accounting career, but it will also provide you with valuable experience as well as knowledge about accounting.

Always remember that accountancy is a continuing education. As much as possible, you have to update your knowledge about accounting in order to keep up with the standards of the industry.

As mentioned before, there are lots of career opportunities in accounting. There are many fields of accounting and it is up to you to choose which one you want to take on as a career.

After college, you will be able to qualify for a certified public accountant or as registered public accountant license. Even though you can still get a job as an accountant even if you don’t have any license, you have to remember that more opportunities will open up if you have one.

In this profession, you can become an auditor, a management consultant, a financial officer, an analyst, and even as a tax accountant.

Being independent or being a freelancer in this field can also be a promising career. However, you do need a good network of contacts in order for you to earn more money and get more experience.

You can also try other specializations in accounting, such as forensic auditing where you will be responsible for investigating crimes related to company’s finances as well as tax fraud.

Another great career choice for accountants is by simply becoming a teacher of accounting. This is a very rewarding career choice.

As you can see, there are quite a lot of career opportunities for accounting or accountancy. All you need to do is follow the mentioned tips and you can be sure that you will be well on your way in to becoming a successful accountant in the field you choose.

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What career opportunities are available for a Law and Accounting degree holder?

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Apr 16 2010

I have a BS in Accounting and I want a Law degree, but I want to know what my options are when I have both. I want to become a consultant, but I don’t know how easy it is to get into that.

If anyone can give me somewhere with better info please let me know.

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