Wanna Become a CA? Don’t do it in Quebec!

As many of you know, in order to get that illustrious CA/CPA designation, one must study for hours on end AFTER a hard day’s work and pass a very difficult exam. But at the very least, in Canada and the USA, one can study at one’s own leisure, studying around work. Have a few free moments on that plane ride to Houston? There’s a chance to study. However, all is not well in Quebec. I have been told that those who want to sit for the UFE (the exam Canadians must take to receive their designations) must do TWO YEARS of classes on top of their demanding jobs at accounting firms. To me, this is sheer insanity. How can one be expected to do one’s job properly if you have leave early to go to a night class and then study after said class? I have also been informed by our unlucky Quebecois comrades that because of the demands of classes, students are completely shut out from any travel opportunities. Shame on you, Quebec.