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More Than Just Accounting: Why Big Four Events Matter for Students

  A lot of students hear the phrase the  “Big Four” and immediately think, “That’s probably only for accounting majors.” Honestly, I used to think the same thing too. But after seeing more career events and employer presentations on campus, I started realizing these companies are looking for much more than just accounting skills.   The “Big Four” refers to the four largest accounting and professional services firms in the world: Deloitte, PWC, EY, and KPMG. Besides accounting and auditing, these companies are also involved in consulting, technology, finance, marketing, operations, human resources, and many other areas. That’s why events connected to companies like Deloitte can actually be useful for students from different majors and backgrounds.   Our Deloitte event on May 29, 2026 is a good example of that. KCC students from accounting, business, and liberal arts majors took a trip to the Deloitte Headquarters in Rockefeller Plaza for a day of workshops an...

Work While Traveling Around the World - Be a Freelancer!

  Once upon a time, I just wanted to not have to work in a routine way, still have income, and be able to travel while working. If I get tired of working in one city, I can move to another city to work. Do you want this lifestyle ? This kind of lifestyle provides flexibility . In any case, this would be my ideal life. So where can we find these kinds of job s? And what academic majors are these jobs most associated with? Let’s go find these out!   Major   Computer Science / Software Engineering   Freelance work: Web development, app development, software design, automation scripts.   Information Technology (IT)   Freelance work: Tech support, systems administration, cybersecurity consulting.   Graphic Design   Freelance work: Logo design, branding, print materials, digital art.   Business Administration / Management   Freelance work: Business consulting, virtual assistance , operations management.   Accounting / Finance / Eco...