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Opportunities in Accounting and Finance Night is your chance to make a strong first impression with employers who are actively seeking future talent. While this event takes place in person, your professional presence starts before the event and continues afterword -- on LinkedIn.

In today’s recruiting landscape, a strong LinkedIn profile does more than showcase your experience. It reinforces your personal brand and helps you stand out to employers. Here’s how to make the most of LinkedIn beyond simply updating your profile.

AFM 334's study trip to New York City took a turn when the first stop on their list was cancelled due to a coastal flood warning.

This unexpected change in plans turned out to be a blessing in disguise, leading to one of the most memorable experiences of the whole trip.

Leading the International Study Course trip class through three days of cultural exploration in Hong Kong, the Marketing and Culture team reflects on the breathtaking sights, delicious food and vibrant culture they were able to immerse themselves in when they weren't in meetings with leaders of global businesses, building life-long memories in the process.

The Corporate Relations Team for the recent International Study Course trip to Hong Kong shares their strategy for connecting with professionals and how they remained positive throughout the process despite the rejections and unanswered messages.

Networking via email doesn’t have to feel awkward. Learn practical tips for writing three essential types of emails every student should know: the cold email, the post-interview thank-you, and the post-offer thank-you.

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

The road to the CFA Global Finals

Five SAF students—Luka, Jai, Hemadri, Charlene, and Josh—advanced to the CFA Institute Investment Research Challenge Global Finals, competing against the best students from 1,000+ universities worldwide.

Backed by months of research and industry insights, their confident “buy” recommendation for BRP showcased adaptability, teamwork, and resilience, earning them a top-tier finish on the global stage.

Four SAF students - John, Jaiden, Vanie and Joel - claimed first place and the $2000 grand prize at our 7th Annual Strategy Case Competition with a bold turnaround plan for a fictional Tesla in crisis. Discover how their “Thrive by Tesla” pivot, sharp financial modelling, and clear storytelling set them apart in a high-pressure challenge.

Thursday, August 14, 2025

LinkedIn 101: from lurker to legend

Learn how to turn your LinkedIn presence from passive scrolling to powerful networking with practical tips for optimizing your profile, building connections, and showcasing your skills as a student or young professional.

In this year’s Strategy Case Competition, Accounting and Financial Management (AFM) students Katie, Kevin, Grace, and Avika secured a 4th place finish, earning a $250 prize for their creative and unconventional approach.

How three School of Accounting and Finance students braved a winter storm, won the Toronto provincial round, and earned national recognition for their ethics-focused case analysis.