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How to Manage Your Finances as a Newcomer
How can newcomers start building credit when they arrive in North America? Find out in this on-demand webinar! Hear from a panel of financial experts on how to achieve financial security and establish credit as a newcomer in Canada and the U.S.
Also, learn the basics of how to open a bank account, as well as how to choose which account makes the most sense for your financial situation and goals.
The Secret to Writing a Great Personal Statement in English
Writing a personal statement, also referred to as a personal essay, is typically a requirement for U.S. undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral program applications, as well as scholarship and financial aid applications. For international students, especially those who are non-native English speakers, the personal statement can be a challenge to write.
In this webinar, we discuss how to craft a strong personal statement that will impress admissions officers and scholarship review committees.
Getting Your Professional Engineering License: What Internationally Trained Professionals Need to Know
Learn about the stages and requirements for getting your professional engineering license in the United States.
This webinar is co-hosted by an expert from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). She shares practical advice for planning your licensing journey, tips for taking the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam, and how to use your credential evaluation from NCEES.
Additionally, a former refugee shares his story about participating in job readiness programs, obtaining a professional engineering license, and building a successful career in the U.S.
Build Your Career as an Internationally Trained Accountant in the U.S.
In every industry, accountants play a vital role. They ensure the efficient operation of organizations across sectors and settings.
The field of accounting offers many opportunities for internationally trained immigrants and refugees. In fact, you can build a career in this field with or without a CPA license in the United States.
In this webinar, two accountants will share the details of their professional journeys in the U.S.
Funding Your Education in Canada
Explore the financial aid options available to international students who want to pursue higher education in Canada. In this on-demand webinar, we discuss funding opportunities (such as loans and scholarships) at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level.
Plus, we provide information on how to research, prepare, and complete a strong financial aid application.