Chiang Kai Shek College congratulates successful examinees of the October 2014 CPA Licensure Exams. The passing rate of CKSC is 50%, as compared to the national passing rate of 37%.

The new CKSCian CPA’s are:

1. ALEGRADO, Mary Angelique R.
2. CHUA, Aimee Y.
3. CORTEZ, Anna Patricia M.
4. DELA CRUZ, Joanne May E.
5. GARCIA, Sarah Angelica S.
6. GLORIA, Erika Vivien S.
7. HIZON, John Cyrille T.
8. LIM, John Jeremy L.
9. MACASERO, Jonas Carlo P.
10. MALLARI, Jasmine B.
11. MERINO, Kristine Louise L.
12. MOYA, Cristina Anne U.
13. ONG, Czarina Erica S.
14. YAP, Judith Monique N.

The October 2014 CPA Licensure Examination was given by the Board of Accountancy (BOA) last October 4, 5, 11, and 12, 2014. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the results last October 16, 2014. Only 4,123 out of 11,137 passed the board exam. 

Last October 11, 2014, the 6^th Executive Officers’ Cup (EOS Cup) commenced at De La Salle University - Manila. The competition was organized by the National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants-National Capital Region and R.G. Manabat & Co., in partnership with De La Salle University Manila-JPIA. Different schools from the National Capital Region participated. 

CKS College was represented by Lynnette Chung (4^th year, BSA student), Kimberly Rose Chu (3^rd year, BSA student), and Hazelyn Xu (4^th year, BSA student. The said competition was comprised of 2 rounds, the elimination and the final rounds. There were about 27 schools in the elimination round and only the top 10 schools moved on to the final round. The elimination round had 30 questions distributed equally as easy, average, and difficult. CKS College garnered 570 points in the elimination round, which gave them the 5^th place in the elimination round and enabled them to move on to the final round.

In the final round, 24 questions were asked. The score for each question was dependent on the “bet” placed by each group on that question. Each bet corresponded to additional points if answered correctly and deductions were made, if not. The questions covered various board exam topics (Auditing Theory, Auditing Problems, Theory of Accounts, Practial Accounting 1, Practical Accounting 2, Management Advisory Services, and Business, Law, and Taxation), General Information, NFJPIA-NCR knowledge, and “jologs” questions which made the competition fun and unpredictable.  After almost 2 hours, the winners were announced and CKS College was named 2^nd runner-up. University of the East – Caloocan was 1^st runner-up, and Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila was declared Champion. Trophies, medals, and accounting books were awarded to the winners. 

(Article by : Lynnette Erinje Chung)

In celebration of Chiang Kai Shek College’s 75th foundation anniversary, the CKS College School of Business, Accountancy, and HRM held its annual Business Expo last September 22 and 23, 2014 at the CKSC Narra Campus. The theme for this year’s Business Expo was “Sustainable Business Success Through Innovation.” It brought together more than 30 exhibitors, coming from both the industry and the CKS College community.

This event was organized by 5 student organizations, namely: Junior Marketing Association (JMA), Junior Management Society (JMS), Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA), Hotel and Restaurant Management Society (HRMS), and the CKS College Student Executive Council (SEC).  Innovative products created by Business, Entrepreneurship, and HRM students were featured alongside company exhibitors, such as: Dakasi, Red Baron Ribs and Steaks, Regent Food Corporation, King Sue Ham, Secosana, Mr. Sisig and Shawarma, DLC, Chick and Fries, Kimian’s, OWL, NYFD, and Thermomix.

The Expo formally started with a ribbon cutting ceremony, graced by: Mr. Philip Chan, CKSC Alumni Association President; Mr. Benjamin Tan, CKSC Alumni Association Vice President; Mr. Evans Chiu, CKSC Alumni Association Secretary General; Dr. Glendora Tiu, Director of the Office for English Academic Instruction; Mr. Melchor Te, Registrar; Mr. Judelio Yap, Director for Student Life; Mrs. Felisa Wu Dy, Director for Developmental Studies; Atty. Danny Chan, Director of the Office for Administrative Affairs; and Chiang Kai Shek College administrators, department heads, office staff, faculty members, deans, program coordinators, and students. Covering the event were media partners World News and Chinoy TV.

CKSC president Dr. Dory Poa gave her opening remarks and emphasized how the  Business Expo can provide opportunities for business success, especially to the exhibiting students.  A wide selection of products like food, wardrobe, bags, and fashion accessories were exhibited. The CKS College Business Expo 2014 was sponsored by CKSC C-Shop, Eng Bee Tin, PG Flex Linoleum, Lee Cooper Philippines, Sun Cellular, Freego, Bobson, Wrangler, Fresh Gear, Faber Castell, Davies, Resorts World Manila, Ai-Non, Hypertech, Big Chill, C&E Bookshop, and Slappy Cakes.  

More than 1,000 visitors attended the two-day expo, with most of them taking home prizes and freebies from generous event sponsors. John Jacob Ang, 3^rd year CKS High School student, won the top prize, which was an overnight stay for two at Remington Hotel, courtesy of Resorts World Manila. 2^nd Year CKS College student, Harly Castro, won a handset with SIM card, courtesy of Sun Cellular. Other prizes given out were gift certificates from Eng Bee Tin, Slappy Cakes, and Big Chill, mugs and assorted merchandise from C-Shop, Resorts World mugs, Wrangler gym bags, C&E Bookshop, PG Flex gym bags, Big Chill tumblers, and Lee Cooper shirts and jeans.

(Article by Mary Grace Khu / Photo Credit : CJ delos Reyes)

For the safety of exhibitors, visitors, and guests, the Business Expo 2014 was rescheduled to September 22 and 23. Hope to see you there!