ICAS President welcomes our new CA students

As you take your first steps towards becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA), ICAS President Karen Scholes CA extends a warm welcome to the global ICAS community.

In her welcome message, Karen Scholes CA introduces the CA qualification and the professional values that it represents, encouraging you to make the most of your student experience through ICAS events, mentoring and networks.

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A vibrant global community

As a student member of ICAS, you now belong to a vibrant global community of finance and business professionals. You’ll find ICAS members everywhere, from London to Los Angeles, all united by the internationally respected CA qualification which you’re working towards.

Get involved with ICAS community

While you’re busy studying and gaining experience, don’t forget you’re part of a wider professional network. The ICAS community is here to support, inspire and help you grow.

Here are three ways to get involved from the start:

Attend ICAS events

Our events are a fantastic way to learn new things, meet other students and members and build connections that can support you throughout your career. You'll hear from CAs working in a wide range of industries and gain real-life insights.

Join the ICAS Mentoring Programme

Our Mentoring Programme connects you with experienced members who can offer guidance, support and career insights. Whether you want advice on your next steps or just want to learn from someone who’s done it all before, mentoring gives you a valuable space to explore your career journey.

Connect through ICAS networks

Our networks give you the chance to engage with the topics, communities and causes that matter to you. Whether you're looking to meet members in your region through our Area Networks, connect with peers through the Women’s Network or Black Members' Network or explore themes like climate and responsible business via the Sustainability Business Network, there’s something for everyone.

Our networks are a great way to feel more connected, expand your horizons and be part of conversations shaping the future of the profession.

We understand that you’ll be busy working and studying but we encourage you, where possible, to make the time to get involved with ICAS.

Stay informed with CA Student

Your monthly CA Student newsletter is the best way to stay connected with everything happening at ICAS. It’s delivered straight to your ICAS inbox and includes updates on:

• Events
• Mentoring opportunities
• Student stories
• Study tips
• Career advice
• Industry insights

We’re here to support you every step of the way of your CA journey. Embrace the opportunities ahead and get involved. Together, we’ll help you build a rewarding career and become a part of a community that values excellence and growth.

From everyone at ICAS, we wish you all the best with your studies.