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Dignity and respect for all

Article Abstract:

Ernst & Young's diversity training program provides important lessons on how to ensure the success of the training process. The accounting firm's experience demonstrates the importance of linking the training program to the firm's strategic initiatives, getting senior management to support the program, and ensuring the suitability of the program to the needs of the organization. It also shows the value of carefully selecting between a comprehensive and a focused approach, conducting follow-ups, and managing people's expectations.

Management, Cover Story, Training, Ernst & Young L.L.P., Workplace multiculturalism, Workplace diversity, Cross-cultural orientation, Cross cultural training

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Assurance for the future

Article Abstract:

Chartered accountants (CAs) and certified public accountants (CPAs) have an edge over the broad range of professionals entering the assurance services industry, according to Bob Elliott, a partner of KPMG LLP in New York. Both the CAs and the CPAs have a reputation for character and ability, and talent in measurement, information systems, controls and verification. Elliott envisioned that a change in the practice of accountancy will carry implications for the practitioners and academics.

Forecasts and trends, Insurance industry, Accountants

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A firm belief in awards

Article Abstract:

Accounting firms are aware of the marketing potential of presenting awards to different sectors of the business world. These firms include Ernst and Young which launched its Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year Awards in 1994, Coopers and Lybrand which has been presenting the National Business Book Award for the past 10 years and Arthur Andersen which has established the '50 Best' awards to recognize Canada's best-managed private companies each year.

Achievements and awards, Business enterprises

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