The Ican student Essay Competition 1.0 is designed to promote innovative thinking and effective communication among Nigerian students.
The Institute of Chattered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) firmly believes that fostering creativity, critical thinking, and the ability to express thoughts in a coherent manner is essential for students’ growth and development.
The essay contest stands as a platform for students not just to participate but also to be motivated.Acknowledging the valuable contributions, a prize will be awarded to the best essay, inspiring all participants to showcase their writing skills.
Essay Topic: “Brain Drain and its Impact on the Nation: Discuss How the Emigration of Skilled Students Affects Nigeria’s Development” (500 words)
About Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) is a professional accountancy body in Nigeria. It is one of the two professional accountancy associations with regulatory authority in Nigeria, the other being the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN).The relationship between the two organizations has been tense. In 2007 ICAN attempted to have a bill declaring ANAN void. The Association of Accountants of Nigeria (AAN) was formed in 1960 with the goal of training accountants, and was established in part by Akintola Williams&... read more
ICAN Essay Competition
| Application Deadline | 25 Nov 2023 |
| Type | Contest |
| Sponsor | Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of ICAN Essay Competition
The top three entries of the 2023 ICAN Student Essay Competition: will receive:
- Winner: #15,000
- Second Place: #10,000
- Third Place: #7,500
Requirements for ICAN Essay Competition Qualification
To be eligible for the ICAN Student Essay Competition, applicants must:
- Be a student of any accredited institution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
- Submit their essay entry by the due date
Interview date, Process and Venue for ICAN Essay Competition
Submission Guidelines
The following guidelines must be adhered to for your essay entry to be considered for review;
- Essay Font: Times New Roman, Font Size 12
- Include the writer’s name and contact information (preferably an email)
- Present a critical examination of the impact and possible solutions to brain drain in Nigeria, using your own words
- Prohibit the use of AI or any form of plagiarism
- Use references when citing an author
Application Deadline
November 25, 2023How to Apply
- Ensure your essay is submitted to [email protected] and, for further inquiries, reach out to the admin at the same email address.
- After the submission deadline, no entries will be considered.
- Assessment of the essays will commence promptly after the deadline.
- Winners will be announced on December 7.
