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BASS Events 22/23

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​HRSS/ BASS Excel Workshop
HRSS and BASS are collaborating to provide you with an excel workshop this semester! 

In order to be successful within your career, you need to have the right tools. We all understand that excel is the bread and butter of the business world, yet we are rarely set up for success with knowledge over that tool. Our mission is to provide all of you with the resources necessary to be amazing in your future careers and our excel workshop will teach you everything that you will need to know to excel with confidence.

This year we are dividing our excel workshop into two sessions, Introduction to Excel and Intermediate Excel. The workshop is designed to familiarize students with Microsoft Excel, a software program, necessary for their future careers. Begin with the introductory course to build your confidence and/or sign up to the intermediate class to learn how to work with advanced topics and formulas.


Beginner Session (2:00pm - 3:30pm): 
1.     Basic formatting
2.     Sorting data
3.     Basic functions and operations (sum, average, max, min, count)
4.     Subtotals
5.     Formula (Time Value of Money)
6.     Basic keyboard shortcuts
 
Intermediate Session (3:30pm - 5:00pm):
1.     IF functions (Countif, Sumif, Averageif)
2.     Filters
3.     Pivot tables and charts
4.     Vlookup

 
When: Thursday, February 9th, 2023
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm 
Location: Main Street  E141 
Registration closes on: Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 @ 11:59pm

(There are limited seats within the computer lab, so registration will close early if the event fills up before Feb. 7th - First come, first served) 
 
*This event is a collaboration between HRSS and BASS - therefore, no verification of membership is required*
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BASS Club Expo Winter 2023
Want to learn more about BASS? Come join us on January 18-19, 2023 from 10AM - 2PM.

Come see us and we'll answer all your questions at best!

We'll see you there!
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BASS CPA Networking Dinner 
We are very excited to invite you to the CPA Networking Dinner that we are hosting! It is the first time since the pandemic that we will be able to have this dinner in person. 

BASS is thrilled to invite accounting students to the upcoming CPA Networking Dinner! This is an excellent opportunity to raise awareness for the upcoming events and opportunities at various companies while networking with current CPAs. Professionals and students will have the opportunity to network, build connections, and meet a wide variety of interested accounting students in different years of study. 

Attendees will be provided with a 3 course meal & 1 drink ticket. For additional drinks, the bar will also accept card payments (no cash). Lastly, the dress code is Business Casual. Additional details will be provided later - we will confirm meal selection at a later date. 

When: Thursday, February 16th, 2023
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm 
Location: Ross Glen Hall, Mount Royal University 
Registration closes on: *** February 8th @ 11:59pm (in order to receive the dinner) *** 
*This event will require a $10 deposit, which will be refunded upon attending the event*

Please note that this event is exclusive for BASS Members ONLY.  We verify all attendees' membership as there are only limited spots available. If you are not a member yet and you wish to participate in this event, please sign up using the following: https://www.cognitoforms.com/BASS2223/_20222023bassmembership 
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BASS Industry Night 

Want to learn more about opportunities for accounting students in Industry?

During this event you'll have an opportunity to connect with various industry professionals. You'll learn about their experience, what it is like to work in industry, what their organization is like, and potential future job opportunities. 

Join us for an evening of lively conversation, while being served refreshments and h'orderves. You will be provided with 2 drink tickets upon attending this event and can snack freely while networking with professionals from different industries. 



Companies that will be in attendance: CNRL, Imperial Oil, Ovintiv, Plains Midstream Canada, etc. 
 
When: January 26th, 2023
Time: 5:00pm
Location: Lincoln Park Room  (J 301) 
Registration closes on: January 25th,  2023

*This event is free of charge for 2022/2023 BASS members*

Please note that this event is exclusive for BASS Members ONLY.  We verify all attendees' membership as there are only limited spots available. If you are not a member yet and you wish to participate in this event, please sign up using the following: https://www.cognitoforms.com/BASS2223/_20222023bassmembership 
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BASS Case Competition 2022 

Want to test your technical accounting skills? or do you simply want to up-skill your resume? Sign up now! BASS members who have completed ACCT 3220 are welcome to join and develop more skills on the way!

Students will compete in teams of two for this internal case competition. Each team will be judged and ranked base on the team's case presentation.

You can register another person and list them as your teammate, or you can register individually and we will match you up with a teammate. 


Enjoy and think strategically!
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DATE: November 4th from 8:00AM - 4:00PM
LOCATION: EB3047
​REGISTRATION CLOSE: October 28th, 2022
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BASS LinkedIn Portrait Session 
Here's your chance to freshen up your LinkedIn profile with a professional picture. As a BASS member, you will have access to our professional photographer and a FREE LinkedIn Photograph!

When: September 29, 2022
Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM


No time to waste! Hurry get your professional photo done by A Professional Photographer!​
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BASS Kickoff - CPA Scavenger Hunt
Interested in obtaining your CPA designation? Join us for an amazing IN-PERSON  networking event with CPA representatives and a fun SCAVENGER HUNT only at MRU. 

The night will start off with a CPA information session, where you will hear from CPA representatives as they provide information about the CPA program, from enrolment requirements to reasons obtaining a CPA designation. You will then head to WGS (West Gate Social), where you will team up with students for a scavenger hunt around MRU Campus!

Featuring:
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Cash prizes
  • Networking with Alumni 
  • Special guest from CPA
  • Food & Drinks (Sandwich, Juice, alcohol, name it!)
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*This event is free for 2022/2023 BASS members.* 
Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Time: 4:00 pm-7:00pm
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Fall Excel Workshop
Whether you are preparing to rejoin the workforce or simply looking to expand your knowledge, our Excel Workshop is here for you. Discover what Excel can do for you!
This workshop is designed to familiarize students with Microsoft Excel, a software program, necessary for their future careers.

Begin with the introductory course to build your confidence and/or sign up to the intermediate class to learn how to work with advanced topics and formulas.

Date: Friday, October 29, 2021
Location: Google Meet
Introduction to Excel - 11:00AM to 12:00PM
Intermediate Session- 1:00PM to 2:00PM

Registration closes Wednesday, October 27.
RegistRATION IS CLOSED

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Financial Accounting Case Competition
This event is a great opportunity to apply the technical accounting skills you have learned in the classroom and apply them to real-life business scenarios. Develop your skills, think strategically and have some fun!
Students will compete in teams of two for this internal case competition. Each team will be judged and ranked based on the team’s case presentation.

The competition is open to BASS Members that have completed ACCT 3220. If you have not completed this course or are currently enrolled in it, you will be ineligible to enter.

Date: Friday, November 26, 2021.
Time: 8:00AM-4:00PM

Presentation starts at 1:15 PM where each team will have a 10 minutes presentation followed by a question and answer portion.

Prizes: 1st place: $700, 2nd place: $500, 3rd place: $300
Please note a $20 deposit is required per team. This deposit will hold your place in the competition and be refunded to you on the day of the competition.

Registration closes on November 19, 2021 at 11:59PM.​
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Industry Networking Night
Not sure which accounting pathway you want to take after graduation?
You're invited to the BASS Industry Networking event, a wonderful opportunity to expand your professional network.

Date: Tuesday, January 25th 
Time: 5pm-6pm
​Location: Zoom 

During this event you'll have an opportunity to connect with various industry professionals and learn about their experience, what it is like to work in industry, what their organization is like, and potential future job opportunities.

* This event is free for 2021/2022 BASS members.*
You will be emailed a zoom link closer to the event.

RegiStration is closed

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CPA Case Workshop
This event is a great opportunity to learn how to effectively navigate and write cases. A big portion of getting your CPA designation is the ability to analyze cases within a short time frame. This can be a daunting endeavor at the beginning of your case writing journey.

When: Friday February 4, 2022
Time: 11:00AM - 12:30PM
Location: Zoom

By joining this event, you will gain strategies that can help you approach cases strategically.
In addition, you will have an opportunity to hear about the CPA journey of 3 professionals that have recently written their CFE. 


Registration is closed

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Managerial Accounting Case Competition
This is a great opportunity to apply the technical accounting skills you have learned in the classroom and apply them to real-life business scenarios. Students will compete in teams of two for this internal case competition. Each team will be judged and ranked based on the team’s case presentation.

Date: Friday, February 18, 2022.
Time: 8:00AM-4:00PM
Location: Google Meet

Prizes:
1st place: $700
2nd place: $500
3rd place: $300

The competition is open to BASS Members that have completed ACCT 3224. If you have not completed this course or are currently enrolled in it, you will be ineligible to enter.
Please note a $20 deposit is required per team. This deposit will hold your place in the competition and be refunded to you on the day of the competition.

Registration closes on February 11th at 11:59PM.
Registration is closed

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Women in Accounting Event

Let us celebrate international women's day!!
Join us for our first Women in Accounting Event.

Date: Tuesday, March 8th
Time: 1:15pm-2:45pm.

As our world moves forward towards greater equality, and as a society that has a majority of female members and executives, we too are passionate about doing our part to forward this movement.

Our event will include 4 female speakers who will be discussing and answering your questions in a round table style, all of which have significant career experience, growth mindsets and a passion to support all of you in moving forward together.

We are extremely excited to be able to provide an experience like this for everyone and we are looking forward to seeing many of you there.

*Free for all 2021/2022 BASS members*
*Registration closes Sunday March 6, 2022 at 11:59PM*

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Winter Excel Workshop
If you missed our Fall Excel Workshop, don't worry! 
Here's another chance to improve your excel skills and knowledge.


Date: Friday, March 18th
Location: Google Meet

Beginner Session: 10am-12pm
Gain the foundational understanding of Excel as it relates to accounting processes.

Intermediate Session: 1pm-2pm
Advance your Excel knowledge and learn how to work with advanced topics and formulas.

You can register for one or both sessions!
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CPA Networking & Chocolate Tasting Event
Join us for an evening of networking and premium chocolate tasting! 
Meet with professionals from Big4 and mid-size firms, form connections and learn about Spring Recruitment opportunities. 

Date: Thursday, March 24, 2022
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Zoom
Dress Code: Business Casual

Registration closes on March 22, 2022 at 11:59pm

**You must sign up by March 13, 2022 in order to be eligible to receive the chocolates**

* Free for 2021/2022 BASS members!
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Annual General Meeting
WANT TO BE PART OF BASS EXECUTIVE TEAM?
​This is your chance! Our AGM is where students like yourself have the opportunity to become an executive member of BASS for the upcoming academic year!


Find the list of open positions here.
Students who are applying for the President, Vice President and Treasurer executive roles will have to email their resume and cover letter to bassmru@gmail.com.

Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2022
​Time: 5pm-6pm


​AGM is available to all BASS Members weather they are running for a position or not. We encourage all members to join us so they can also vote in the election.
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​Questions about the events? Ask away through our "Contact" page.

Past Events

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Golf Torunament 2016
Alumni Night 2016
Case Competitions
CPA Networking
2018 bowling event

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About Us

B​issett Accounting Students Society was started in 2003, back when Mount Royal was still a college. As the years passed, BASS became the largest student society at MRU with 130+ new members each year. Today our club has connections with over 100 organizations in Calgary, Alberta.

Our aim is to help students launch their careers in the accounting profession by hosting a variety of events throughout the academic year. We collaborate with Career Services, MRU Alumni and Accounting firms to support students for their future accounting career.
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