MY PLAN A: Accountant

My Plan A: I enjoy having a job that is consistent and doesn’t change as much.
Consider: Being an accountant will mean that I will need to work very hard for
❏ What do you enjoy? the first few years, but that comes with any job. I am good at
❏ What sort of lifestyle do you analyzing things and multitasking. The first few years in public
want? practice will be tough, but later when I switch to a private practice or
❏ What are you good at? other company I will be able to have a bit more flexibility and start to
enjoy things outside of work.

Career Info that I have
discovered…
Consider:
❏ Upsides/downsides of job
❏ Job duties/ responsibilities
❏ Salary range
❏ Future outlook
❏ Lifestyle factors
❏ Advancement opportunities
The advantages of this job is that you will be comfortable in the
future and every place needs an accountant, which means that you
will always have opportunities for jobs. The downsides of this job is
that it can be quite dull and there is a busy season throughout the
year. An accountants job is to read financial documents and make
sure that taxes are filed properly and on time. They also prepare tax
returns and maintain financial documents. In the 2029 there will be
10,480 job openings. Although, from 2024-2029 the amount of job
openings will decrease significantly from the years before. Because
of the more advanced technology accountants are able to improve
their work-life balance to enhance their quality of life. With the right
type of education accountants can expand into specialized branches.
This can increase the salary and you will be continuously learning.

Three employability skills I 1. Logical: I am able to be straightforward and focus on my work

possess that will support my without my emotions controlling my decisions. I take the emotional
plan: part out of my decisions, but I try my best not to numb them.

Consider:
❏ Soft and hard Skills required
for position 2. Analytical: I am good at analyzing situations and articles of writing
❏ Personal attributes to improve my understanding. I always analyze situations and I am
good at reading people.

3. Focused: I can focus for long periods of time. For example, when I
need to get things done I prefer to sit down and do it all at once for
hours.

Education needed to pursue my I need to get my bachelors in any subject from any university. I am
plan: planning on going to Beedie School of Business, which will allow me
to finish my business degree and pick a branch of business. After
Consider: post-secondary I am planning to start working and while I am working
❏ Courses/training/ certificates I would take my CPA. Sometimes the place you are working at will
needed offer to pay for your tuition to take your CPA. In high school,
❏ Post-secondary economics 12, or an accounting course will be helpful in the
requirements transition of high school to post-secondary.
MY BACKUP CAREER PLAN: Financial analyst
My Plan B:
Consider:
❏ What do you enjoy?
❏ What sort of lifestyle do you
want?
❏ What are you good at?
Career Info that I have
discovered…
Consider:
❏ Upsides/downsides of job
❏ Job duties/responsibilities
❏ Salary range
❏ Future outlook
❏ Lifestyle factors
❏ Advancement opportunities
Three employability skills I
possess that will support my
plan:
Consider:
❏ Soft and hard skills required
for position
❏ Personal attributes
I enjoy having a job that is consistent and doesn’t change as much.
Being a financial analyst will mean that I will need to work very hard
for the first few years, but that comes with any job. I am good at
analyzing things and multitasking. The first few years in public
practice will be tough, but later when I switch to a private practice or
other company I will be able to have a bit more flexibility and start to
enjoy things outside of work.
Financial analysts review financial risks and help manage long-term
cash flow. There are decent job prospects and you meet a lot of
ambitious people that you can learn from. Although you may have to
work long hours and some weekends and the work may seem
pointless at times. Financial analysts are in charge of tracking a
companies or persons financial performance. The salary can range
from $59,000 - $70,000 depending on your level of experience. In
the next 3 years you can expect the job openings to increase up to
0.7%. Your day will consist of gathering information, putting it into a
spreadsheet, writing reports, and reviewing documents. Those who
have just started must put in extra work to study for their exams.
The more experience you get will increase your chance to become a
manager or a supervisor, which comes with much more
responsibility and more opportunities to go up the ladder.
1. When I do my work I finish it all at once and can stay focused.
2. Analytical: I am good at analyzing situations and articles of writing
to improve my understanding. I always analyze situations and I am
good at reading people.
3. Logical: I am able to be straightforward and focus on my work
without my emotions controlling my decisions. I take the emotional
part out of my decisions, but I try my best not to numb them.
Education needed to pursue my I will need to have my bachelor’s degree in commerce and I also
plan: may need my master’s in business administration or finance. The
same programs apply to finance because it is very similar. I am not
Consider: required to get my CPA, but it is good for experience and education.
❏ Courses/training/certificates I will need the basic high school courses. English, math, and one
needed senior science.
❏ Post-secondary
requirements

Post-Secondary Option
Plan A - Schools/Training
Name of First Choice School: SFU Second Choice School: BCIT
School:

Name of Beedie school of Business Accounting diploma

Degree or type
of training you
will receive
Example:
Bachelor of
Science

Length of the 5 years 2-3 years

program
Example: 4
years

Price of Tuition $266.40 per unit $2238

for the first year

Approx. Cost of ~$1170 ~$1000

books/supplies
for the first year
Cost to live in $0 because I will be living with my $0 because I will be living with my
Residence parents. parents.

Application Fee $80 $90

to apply to
program

Application January 31, 2022 February 15, 2022

deadline
Example:
February, 13th,
2020

Academic Grade 11: English 12 (67%)

Requirements Composition 11 Pre-Calculus 11 (67%)
for program Language 11 Minimum 50% GPA
(pre-requisites) Pre-Calculus 11
Senior science

Grade 12:
English 12 (min. 70%)
Pre-Calculus 12
3 other approved gr.12 courses

Other possible This program opens you up to lots of You are able to apply for many jobs as
occupations job opportunities in the business this course prepares you for multiple
with this type of industry. You are able to become a job opportunities such as, financial
degree financial analyst, tax prepare, and analyst, tax examiners, credit analysts,
much more. or budget analysts.

Post-Secondary Option
Plan B - Schools/Training
Name of First Choice School Second Choice School
School:

Name of Bachelor of Business Accounting Diploma

Degree or type
of training you
will receive
Example:
Bachelor of
Science

Length of the 5 years 2-3 years

program
Example: 4
years

Price of Tuition $266.40 per unit $2238

for the first year

Approx. Cost of ~$1170 ~$1000

books/supplies
for the first year

Cost to live in $0 because I will be living with my $0 because I will be living with my
Residence parents. parents.

Application Fee $80 $90

to apply to
program

Application January 31, 2022 February 15, 2022

deadline
Example:
February, 13th,
2020

Academic Grade 11: Composition 11 English 12 (67%)

Requirements Language 11 Pre-Calculus 11 (67%)
for program Pre-Calculus 11 Minimum 50% GPA
(pre-requisites) Senior science

Grade 12:
English 12 (min. 70%)
Pre-Calculus 12
3 other approved gr.12 courses

Other possible Because this program is able to show
occupations you all the branches of business it
with this type of also prepares you for many types of
degree jobs. You are able to adapt easier to
any entry level business job.
The accounting program is very tough,
which allows you to develop more
skills than you would with others
schools because of the small class
room sizes and tough schedules. This
will prepare you for the real world.
 Travel Option
Itinerary and Budget

In Word, create a table and ensure you have included ALL of the following
information for your travel itinerary.

Where:
● List where you plan to travel (be specific and list exactly which countries and cities)
When:
● What time of year/season
● For how long (in each location)
How:
● Modes of transportation (research the cost and timing
Accomodations
● List where you will be staying for each location and how many nights. Include a link
● Indicate the cost per night
Budgeting Costs:
● Anticipate food costs
● Costs for activities etc
● Phone plan (extra charges?)
● Travel insurance
● What will you need to buy before you go?
● What will you buy while you are travelling?

Where: I will travel to Canada for two weeks

3 days in B.C. (1 day in Tofino, 2 days in Whistler)
3 days in Alberta (2 days in Banff, 1 day in Edmonton)
4 days in Ontario (3 days in Toronto, 1 day in Ottawa)
3 days in Quebec (2 days in Montreal and 1 day in Quebec
City)
2 days in Newfoundland and Labrador (2 days in St. John)

When: Tofino - May 10th

Whistler - May 11 - May 13th
Banff - May 14th - May 16th
Edmonton - May 17th
Toronto - May 18th
Ottawa - May 19th
Montreal - May 20th - May 21st
Quebec City - May 22nd
Newfoundland & Labrador - May 23rd and 24th

How: Rental Car in BC - $30/day x 3 days = $90 + GST (if not

rental, calculate mileage and gas)
Train to Alberta = $200/one way ticket
Flight from Edmonton to Toronto = $800.00 one way ticket
Rental Car from Toronto to the east coast = $40/day x 6 days
= 240 + GST (if not rental, calculate mileage and gas)
Flight from St. John to Vancouver = $1400 one way ticket
Accomodations: Tofino - Wyckenwish Inn $400/night. 5 Star Hotel. Link:
Include price, links and www.wyckenwishinn.ca
reviews for EACH of your ETC….
accommodations.

Budget: (food/activities etc).

Be specific for each location
and include links for special
activities (ie: museums,
sporting events, concerts
etc).
 Work-Life Option
Living Costs and Savings Goal (Living INDEPENDENTLY)

Income Monthly: Yearly:

Hourly Wage/salary

Parents

Total Income

Expenses:

Rent
● List where you plan to live (either a
rental link or a detailed description)

Medical Insurance

Utilities

Food/Grocery

Car Insurance

Gas for Car

Car Repairs

Compass cost

Cell Phone/Internet

Clothing

Entertainment / Going out

Personal sundries

Recreation / Gym membership

Other
-parking fees
-gifts
-house supplies
-specialist fees
-eye care/prescriptions
-hair cuts
-move in costs (furniture, truck rental)

Savings
-try and save 10%

Total Expenses
Total Income MINUS Total Expenses

After filling out table, write a SEPARATE reflection on whether your job will support your
lifestyle.
● What sacrifices will you have to make?
● How will your priorities change?
● How much money do you plan to save per year? What will you use your savings
for in five years? Ten years? What are your savings goals?