Economics Department Upcoming Student Events

UPCOMING EVENTS

Special Alumnus Roundtable with Dan Demeter '77 Chief Information Officer and Senior Vice President of Korn/Ferry International

Dan Demeter is responsible for developing the firm’s technology vision and implementing it worldwide, as well as leading the firm into the top position in the industry in information systems. In 2005, Mr. Demeter was named a Premier 100 IT Leader by IDG’s Computerworld Magazine. Before joining Korn/Ferry in 1996, Mr. Demeter was the Managing Director of Technology Architecture, Planning & Design, with Citibank, where he developed the technology vision and strategy for the bank’s global consumer business. During his tenure with Citibank, he created the North America Consumer Bank’s first national branch system and an advanced technology-based customer service system. Mr. Demeter also served as an officer in the Israeli Defense Force. He earned his Master’s Degree in Business Administration in Management and International Business from New York University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Queens College.
Korn/Ferry International is the world’s largest executive recruiting firm, with executive recruiters in more than 90 offices in 40 countries. Korn/Ferry International, with a presence throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, is a premier global provider of talent management solutions celebrating 40 years in business. Based in Los Angeles, the firm delivers an array of solutions that help clients to attract, develop, retain and sustain their talent.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 12:15 – 1:30 pm
Science Building, Room A225
Kosher Lunch will be provided. CLIQ EVENT.

Ascend presents a panel discussion on career paths for both Accounting and Economics.
Wed, 03/10/2010 during the Free Hour in Room: PH 152
Click here for information on Ascend's upcoming events.

Alex Julca has a Ph.D. in Economics from the New School for Social Research. Having previously taught in Peru, the City University of New York, and as researcher at Columbia University, he has been working at the UN for the past eleven years, six of them for the Development Policy and Analysis Division (DPAD), found at www.un.org/esa/policy. He has made substantive contributions to the WESS since 2004, and currently works on the chapter on the international aid architecture. He has also published on international migration, remittances, and 'natural' disasters.

Dr. Julca will be speaking on the role of international economic development on April 14th at 4:30pm in King Hall 202.

Annually, four Barham Scholarships worth $2,500 each are awarded to students who major in Economics, Finance, International Business, or Actuarial Studies for Business. The main award criteria are academic performance and demonstration of enthusiasm that suggests a successful career related to the field of study.

To be eligible to apply or to be nominated, students must have at least a 3.5 in their BBA and economics course work, and at least a 3.4 overall. The awards are only open to lower juniors and upper sophomores. For details click here.

Alumnus Roundtable with Alan Weber ’78. Alan Weber, portfolio manager at Robotti and Company, Inc. and general partner of JB Capital Partners, will speak about his successful career in the in the financial services industry.

Wednesday, March 3, 12:15 pm-1:30 pm, Powdermaker Hall 202. Complimentary kosher lunch. CLIQ event. Sponsored by the Institutional Advancement Office and the Economics Honor Society. Information: X75864 or sarah.roberts@qc.cuny.edu.

Volunteer as a VITA Tax Preparer

New York City Department of Consumer Affairs Office of Financial Empowerment (OFE)’s mission is to educate, empower and protect those with low incomes, so they can build assets and make the most of their financial resources.

OFE spearheads the NYC Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition, which raises awareness of important tax credits and directs eligible New Yorkers to affordable tax preparation services. More and more New Yorkers rely on free tax preparation through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites. Along with offering these services for free, the sites ensure that low-income tax filers maximize the value of their tax returns and are not marketed for unnecessary predatory products or loans.

This year OFE is looking to increase the number of volunteer tax preparers as a way of greatly enhancing the capacity of free sites around the city. Tax preparers can play an important role in helping low-income New Yorkers benefit from much-needed tax credits and making free tax preparation services more accessible. This partnership opportunity would provide them with a great exposure to the work of OFE and an in-depth understanding of the issues low income New Yorkers face during tax time.

What are VITA sites? At Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites, certified volunteers are trained to prepare basic federal and state tax returns for free and help qualifying low- and moderate-income New Yorkers claim credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and New York City Child Care Tax Credit. These VITAs not only offer free tax preparation services but they ensure that low-income tax filers are not marketed unnecessary predatory products or loans and make sure that filers maximize the value of their returns.

Why volunteer for OFE at a VITA site? Make a difference in the lives of low-income New Yorkers while networking and gaining marketable job skills. Why is tax time so important and who do volunteers help? Low-income families that receive a tax refund can get as much as $6,512. This lump sum is often the largest check they will receive all year. Additionally, VITA sites help to connect low-income filers to a variety of financial services in their community by facilitating ideas for savings programs, offering start up bank accounts and providing counseling. Who can volunteer to be a tax preparer? Anyone can volunteer to work at a VITA site once they have completed training, including an IRS-certified online training and exam; and a day-long classroom session at OFE’s Tax Time Training University.

What is the time commitment? Where are the VITA sites located? The 2010 tax season is from January through April. OFE asks volunteers to commit at least 4 hours weekly, for a minimum of 6 weeks during the tax season. VITA sites are usually located throughout the five boroughs of New York City, especially in neighborhoods with very few tax preparation options.

How can volunteers apply? Interested volunteers can contact Daniel Chertok at Dchertok@dca.nyc.gov or Hadley McLoughlin at HMcloughlin@dca.nyc.gov. Applications can be found on our website at http://nyc.gov/html/ofe/html/about/volunteer.shtml.

THE SEEK DEPARTMENT LEARNING CENTER
IS LOOKING FOR TUTORS IN
ECONOMICS & ACCOUNTING

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM G.P.A= 3.0+
TUTORS WILL BE PAID BY THE HOUR & COMPLETED CREDITS

PLEASE CONTACT: MS. JOHNSON/MS. WILLIS
ROOM #112 TELEPHONE NUMBER: (718) 997-3179

ALPFA would like to invite QC Freshmen to attend: CAMP Deloitte

Deloitte and its subsidiaries would like to open our doors to students attending colleges and universities, who are interested in a career in accounting. We would like to present the opportunity to visit our offices to learn more about our organization, network with our employees, and explore Deloitte’s role in your future. We will be hosting a three-day program highlighting the following topics:
• Overview of careers in accounting
• Tips and tools for success in your career search
• In-depth view of what Deloitte can offer you
• Deloitte’s commitment to social responsibility

Throughout the series, students will also learn about our different functions, positions, and programs within Deloitte.
Who is eligible to attend/requirements?
• Students attending colleges/universities interested in a career in business or accounting(*).
• Students currently in their freshmen year of college.
• Cumulative GPA: 3.0 or above.
(*) Please note that all sessions will be held in the New York, NY office. Accommodations (including transportation and hotel) are the applicant’s responsibility.

What is the application process?
To submit your resume for this opportunity, please apply through career services AND submit a profile through Deloitte’s Web site. To do so, please visit http://careers.deloitte.com, then select “Job Search.”
You will then perform a search in order to see a listing of jobs and submit your job-specific profile on line. The keyword for this opportunity is “S09NYCDE09JUL-CD.” Profile submission will take approximately 30 minutes.

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