Current students
Hayley MacDonald
UBC DAP Student
Degree graduated
BSc. (Environmental Studies), Dalhousie University
Flexible delivery options and evening classes has allowed Hayley to pursue the Diploma in Accounting Program, compete in high performance sports, and work full-time as a bookkeeper for her family’s landscaping company. Hayley enjoys combining her background in science and sustainability with accounting, bringing her education experience to the next level.
Sid Nema
UBC DAP Student
Degree graduated
Bachelor of Mass Media, University of Mumbai
The UBC Diploma in Accounting Program has opened many doors and opportunities for Sid, from virtual networking events to coffee chats with prospective employers. Sid has enjoyed learning from DAP instructors, as they’ve provided him with valuable learning experiences delivered through online learning.
Rajdeep Nijjar
UBC DAP Student
Degree graduated
BA (Sociology), UBC
Rajdeep credits DAP for providing her life-changing opportunities that have helped her become a better communicator and listener. Attending UBC DAP Club networking events has given her the confidence to network and connect with fellow DAP students and business professionals, which has resulted in a job offer from a potential employer. Juggling work, school, and her hobbies, Rajdeep still finds time to take advantage of DAP’s career resources such as one-on-one career coaching with Russell Garrett to help update her cover letter and resume, and to prepare for interviews and job offers. She encourages all future DAP students to make the most of their time at Sauder while trying to maintain a healthy work/life balance. Rajdeep is proof it’s possible to do it all.
Iyinoluwa Olugbemi
UBC DAP Student
Degree graduated
BSc (Agricultural Economics), Bowen University, Nigeria
An international student from Nigeria, Iyinoluwa was drawn to DAP’s flexible schedule and the program’s reputation as an extensive, professional program. Taking advantage of DAP’s career workshops, one-on-one career coaching, and UBC DAP Club networking events has given Iyinoluwa the opportunity to connect with fellow DAP students and working professionals to influence her future goals and aspirations.
Robyn Starkoski
UBC DAP Student, UBC DAP Student Club Co-President
Degree graduated
B.ASc Electrical Engineering, UBC
UBC DAP has provided Robyn the opportunity to meet and connect with people from all over the world who share similar goals and aspirations. Due to COVID-19, UBC DAP’s online delivery option has allowed for increased scheduling flexibility. Professors have made themselves available to answer Robyn’s questions through UBC DAP’s online platform or email, and the use of online break-out sessions during live-lectures has allowed students like Robyn to actively participate and make meaningful connections online.
Alumni
Cole Li
CPA
Career Track
Senior Accountant (tax), KPMG LLP
The UBC Diploma in Accounting Program helped prepare Cole for a career in public practice, not only from a technical standpoint but also through fostering relationships that extended beyond the classroom environment. DAP provided Cole a broad network of connections, from managers to peers, that have supported him along his journey to becoming a CPA.
Matthew Morton
CPA
Career Track
Assurance Associate, PwC
The UBC Diploma in Accounting Program gave Matthew the confidence to apply himself and commit to completing the partial fast track route of the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). The foundation and support systems he built in DAP made all the difference, and helped Matthew make a seamless transition from his diploma studies to CPA PEP.
Monica Park
CPA, CMA
Career track
Manager, Accounting & Administration, Tap & Barrel Restaurants
After completing a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Monica decided to enroll in the UBC Diploma in Accounting Program to pursue a career in business and accounting. She enjoyed the immediate sense of camaraderie and solidarity found among fellow UBC DAP students, as well as the flexibility of the program.
Jenny Tao
Enrolled in CPA PEP
Career Track
Financial Analyst, TELUS
Jenny jointed TELUS through the Pre-Approved CPA Program, which allowed her to take on the Financial Analyst role working with three different teams within a 3-year period while enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). In her current role, Jenny works on mergers and acquisitions, and assists with due diligence and valuation work. She credits her involvement with the UBC DAP Student Club to helping her grow connections within the accounting industry, and giving her the opportunity to enhance and develop her soft skills.
Emily Young
CPA, CA
Career track
Manager, Audit & Assurance, Deloitte Canada
Emily’s transition from a degree in economics to the UBC Diploma in Accounting Program led her to a successful career with Deloitte Canada. It was the program’s reputation and track record graduating top candidates that confirmed DAP was the right choice for her.
Rosanna Yusuf
CPA, CMA
Career track
Senior Financial Analyst, Business Planning at Provincial Health Authority
With a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from UBC under her belt, Rosanna considered her options before committing to a career in accounting that would open the door to job opportunities in accounting, finance, and business strategy.
Faculty
Alym Amlani
CPA, CA, MPAcc
Alym Amlani, CPA, CA, MPAcc, is a full-time business and accounting instructor who teaches cost and financial accounting, financial modeling, and information systems at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Sauder School of Business in Vancouver, BC. He also teaches cognitive systems, a multidisciplinary program integrating psychology, computer science, linguistics, and philosophy. Additionally, Alym works as a session leader for the CPA Western School of Business. Alym has co-authored several articles on the Science of Magic and continues to pursue research on education and assessment.
Mary Chong
BCom, CPA, CA
After a successful 17-year career in audit and taxation at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Mary Chong chose to leverage the mentorship skills she developed on the job and become a full-time accounting instructor. Having joined UBC DAP in 2008, she thrives on the fact that the program is constantly evolving in response to technological change and the demands of the business environment. Mary is passionate about teaching and seeing her students learn and grow, so it’s not a surprise that she has been a recipient of the UBC DAP Teaching Award on multiple occasions. Students respond to her energy and her belief that each student brings a different perspective to the classroom and is uniquely capable of making a valuable contribution to society.
Martha Essak
Martha Essak has been an instructor at the Sauder School of Business at UBC since 2015. She began teaching in the MM-OR program and now teaches in the MBAN program, the Diploma in Accounting Program, and the Bachelor of Commerce program. Her background is in biology, statistics, science and math education, and filmmaking. She has studied documentary filmmaking and has even worked on natural history films and shows for National Geographic.
Megan Hamilton
BA, CPA, CMA
Faculty, UBC Diploma in Accounting Program
Megan Hamilton has been an instructor at the Sauder School of Business in the DAP program since 2018. Prior to teaching at UBC, Megan worked for 10 years as the Director of Operations at a Vancouver law firm. Megan teaches financial and managerial accounting courses as well as Strategic Management in Business. She enjoys being in the classroom, meeting students and seeing students learn, grow and succeed throughout the Program.
Devin Kanhai
BCom, J.D.
Devin Kanhai is the Executive Director, Licensing Education at the Sauder School of Business Real Estate Division at the University of British Columbia. Devin oversees the pre-licensing and mandatory continuing education programs that the Real Estate Division offers for real estate professionals in British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Prior to joining the Real Estate Division, Devin practiced corporate law at a large national law firm. In addition to his duties at the Real Estate Division, Devin is a regular contributing author for the BC Financial Services Authority’s annual Legal Update courses. Furthermore, Devin teaches a commercial law course for the Sauder School of Business Diploma in Accounting Program.
Alina McGuinness
CPA, CA
Faculty, UBC Diploma in Accounting Program
Peter Norwood
BCom, MBA, FCA, FCMA, CPA
If anyone knows what it takes be successful in the accounting profession it’s UBC DAP instructor Peter Norwood. Both a Chartered Accountant and Certified Management Accountant Fellow prior to becoming a Chartered Professional Accountant, Peter’s career path began in public practice and grew into a lifelong commitment to accounting education. Among his many contributions to the profession, he served as member of the Board of the CA School of Business for 6 years and member of the Certification Steering Committee responsible for all education issues pertaining to the amalgamation of the profession. He is presently Chair of the Board of Examiners for CPA Canada. All that said, the fact that teaching is his first love would not come as a surprise to UBC DAP students who consistently rate him highly as an instructor.
Scott Sinclair
BCom, CA, FCA
As a two-time winner of the Sauder School of Business Undergraduate Teaching award, Scott Sinclair is really in his element in the classroom. Drawing on industry experience and an impressive record of involvement with accounting professional organizations, Scott embraces teaching as the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of his students.
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