James Kam Piu Wong
president, Wong & Associates, Canada
Until September 2003, James Wong worked as the principal project controller for Diavik Diamond Mines, a subsidiary of the internationally-renowned mining conglomerate, Rio Tinto. In this capacity, he helped oversee the construction of the second diamond mine in North America. He now runs his own accounting and consulting practice in Yellowknife, in the Northwest Territories of Canada, illustrating the diverse career opportunities afforded to ACCA students and members.
'Career advancement came immediately after I was professionally qualified. The time and effort spent obtaining the qualification is well worth it and the return is tenfold. I cannot see any better way to invest your time that would give you a better return in terms of career development.'