Atkinson Professional Accounting Association

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I'm in my first year of university, can I become a member?

Yes! We highly encourage first year students to get a jump on their involvement in extra-curricular activites and professional development to aid in their job search and sense of community at York. Click the "Become A Member" tab to join us!

What are the benefits of becoming a member?

We provide our members with networking events, professional development workshops, access to conferences, case competitions, office hours, our volunteer leadership committee, exclusive job postings, socials, and more!
Overall, we are here to help you develop the relevant and necessary skills for your future career.

Is there a membership fee? How long does my membership last?

There is a required membership fee of $10 to ensure that we provide our members with high-quailty events and workshops each year. The membership lasts one year from May 1 to April 30 of the following year.

Why do I need to network and why is it important?

Networking is one of the best ways to land a job. It's all about establishing a personal connection with others - simply talking with your friends in a professional manner.
It's is a great way for potential employers to get to know who you are before the recruitment and application process, and is your opportunity to stand out amonst other applicants!
You get to learn about the work someone does, and what working at their company is like - it's all about finding the perfect fit.
Networking is very important to develop your connections. Past, present, or future connections are a great way to develop your career.

How do I become an executive member of the APAA? And when are applications available?

By networking with us!
Members who consistently come out to our events and have a geniune interest in helping others is a great way to get noticed by the executuve team - and potentially earn yourself an interview for an executive member position.
Application due dates and interviews are typically held between February and March.
Members will receive an email as soon as applications are available. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter as well.
We look for candidates with great teamwork experience and who show initative, so it's a great idea to become active in your school or home community, AND with us.

How do I register for an event?

When an active event is open for registration, the specific event under the EVENTS page will have a registration button that links to a registration form. All event registration will take place through our YU Connect page, under Forms. Only members of the APAA will be able to access registration forms on YU Connect.