Robert Half has developed strong business relationships with premier professional associations representing the fields and industries we serve. We are proud to work with these organizations to help define the challenges and opportunities facing the business community. As a result of these alliance relationships, Robert Half is often called upon to assist with the hiring or job search needs of these organizations' highly skilled members.

Robert Half has strategic alliance relationships in the following fields:

• Financial
• Technology
• Administrative
• Legal
• Marketing & Creative

Leading Financial Alliances

Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants

The CICA, together with the provincial, territorial and Bermuda Institutes/Ordre of Chartered Accountants, represents a membership of approximately 74,000 chartered accountants (CA) and 10,000 students in Canada and Bermuda. The CICA conducts research into current business issues and supports the setting of accounting, auditing and assurance standards for business, not-for-profit organizations and government. It issues guidance on control and governance, publishes professional literature, develops continuing education programs and represents the CA profession nationally and internationally. CICA is a founding member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and the Global Accounting Alliance (GAA).

Canadian Payroll Association

As the authoritative source of Canadian payroll knowledge for more than 30 years, the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) influences the operational, legislative, compliance and technology processes of payroll service bureaus and software providers; hundreds of thousands of small, medium and large employers; and federal and provincial tax authorities.

The CPA offers two certifications: the certified payroll manager (CPM) and the payroll compliance practitioner (PCP). The Association also holds more than 400 professional development seminars across Canada each year to address key payroll topics, along with other member benefits including legislative updates, Payroll InfoLine, JobConnect, web seminars and our other online resources.

Certified General Accountants Association of Canada

Founded in 1908, the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada (CGA-Canada) serves 71,000 certified general accountants (CGA) and students in Canada and more than 80 countries. Respected accounting and financial management professionals, CGAs work in industry, finance, government and public practice.

CGA-Canada establishes the designation's certification requirements and professional standards, offers professional development, conducts research and advocacy, and represents CGAs nationally and internationally. The CGA designation is achieved by successfully completing assignments and national examinations, passing comprehensive final examinations on all aspects of the program, fulfilling practical work experience requirements of the CGA program of professional studies, and meeting the degree requirement. CGAs work throughout the world in industry, commerce, finance, government, public practice and other areas where accounting and financial management are required.

CMA Canada

Robert Half Finance & Accounting is proud to have a strong business relationship with The Society of Management Accountants of Canada (CMA Canada). With 40,000 certified members around the world, CMA Canada grants a professional designation in strategic management accounting and is responsible for standards-setting, accreditation and the continuing professional development of CMAs.

Credit Institute of Canada

With approximately 3,000 members and students, the Credit Institute of Canada provides credit management resources, training and certification to credit professionals. It is the only recognized Canadian organization that grants official designations to professionals in the credit field. The CCP (certified credit professional) designation is respected by business as a symbol of excellence in credit management.

Financial Executives International Canada (FEI Canada)

FEI Canada is the professional membership association for senior financial executives. With more than 2,000 members in 11 chapters across Canada holding the title of chief financial officer, controller, treasurer, tax executive, and finance and accounting professor, the association membership represents a significant number of Canada's leading and most influential corporations. FEI Canada provides many valuable services to its members, including peer networking opportunities, emerging issues alerts, personal and professional development, and advocacy services.

Robert Half Management Resources is proud to be FEI's Exclusive National Partner for project-based executive staffing. FEI is the premier professional organization for senior corporate financial executives and offers programs to help corporate financial executives hone their skills by learning from leaders in their profession. FEI has 15,000 members from 8,000 U.S. and Canadian companies.

Robert Half is proud to be a Principal Partner of The IIA. Established in 1941, The IIA serves over 150,000 members from more than 165 countries in the fields of internal auditing, governance and internal control, IT audit, education and security. The world's leader in certification, research and technological guidance for the profession, The IIA serves as the profession's watchdog and resource on significant auditing issues around the globe.

Robert Half is proud to be The Exclusive Career Partner of the IAPP. With more than 5,000 members in 70+ chapters in North America, the mission of the IAPP is to promote and increase the awareness of accounts payable as a professional discipline; encourage and facilitate members helping members to foster a community environment; support local, regional, national and global networking among IAPP members; provide education on leading-edge procedures and technologies that impact the profession; and serve as "the trusted source for everything AP" through value, integrity and excellence.

Robert Half is proud to be the Official Career Partner of the NACM. With more than 25,000 members worldwide, the NACM and its network of Affiliated Associations are the leading resource for credit and financial management information and education. NACM's certification program, which includes the prestigious Certified Credit Executive (CCE), has helped define and establish professional standards in this demanding and rapidly changing field, and fosters recognition of those individuals who possess special expertise.

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Microsoft^® Gold Certified Partner

Robert Half Technology is proud to be a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner as a provider of Advanced Infrastructure, Security Solutions, SOA & Business Process, Information Workers, and Business Intelligence solutions. By participating in this worldwide program for companies that provide services, develop solutions or distribute software based on Microsoft technologies, Robert Half Technology enables our consultants to focus on driving business success for our clients while developing their technology skills related to Microsoft business solutions.

Robert Half Technology is proud to be the HDI's exclusive career planning partner. As the industry's leading internal and external IT Service and Support association with more than 7,500 members worldwide, HDI's mission is to:

• Establish internationally recognized industry standards and practices
• Develop certification and training programs
• Provide access to industry resources
• Encourage member collaboration

As HDI's exclusive Career Planning Partner, Robert Half Technology provides valuable career resources such as salary data, market research and career advice to the support services community through the organization's online career center and other member publications.

Robert Half Technology is pleased to provide access to discounted online training and certification-prep materials through our partnership with MeasureUp^®. MeasureUp^® is an assessment and certification practice test company, providing the necessary tools to reinforce learning and validate knowledge. MeasureUp^® practice tests are recognized for their innovative use of simulation-type questions, comprehensive explanations, complete coverage of exam objectives, multiple delivery modes and in-depth reporting.

Robert Half Technology is proud to be the only IT staffing firm endorsed by the Association of Information Technology Professionals. AITP is the information technology organization of choice for providing leadership opportunities, professional development and personal growth.

To support their mission, the organization offers:

• High-quality white papers covering current technology and IT management practices
• Networking opportunities with peers via national and chapter events and discussion forums
• Latest information on IT conferences, research developments, breaking news, advocacy efforts, vendor solutions and career opportunities
• Local chapter and region affiliations
• Knowledge exchange through IT repository and discussion forums
• Discounts on continuing education courses, group insurance plans, financial services, and other valuable products and services
• Advocacy and influence opportunities in the IT industry via AITP advocacy committees

As partners in professional development, AITP and Robert Half Technology work together to promote the ongoing learning and professional growth of the AITP membership by providing a wide range of management and career development resources. (top)

Leading Administrative Alliances (top)

International Association of Administrative Professionals^® (IAAP)

OfficeTeam is the only staffing firm endorsed by IAAP^® , the premier organization for administrative professionals, for the quality services we provide, including support for recertification of their Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) and Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) designations.

Leading Legal Alliances (top)

Association of Corporate Counsel

The Association of Corporate Counsel is the "in-house bar association" of 19,000 attorneys employed in corporate legal departments. Robert Half Legal is ACC's exclusive staffing partner. Through the ACC alliance, Robert Half Legal is pleased to offer ACC members important industry information useful in managing their business and career. ACC members receive exclusive discounts when hiring attorneys, paralegals and project teams.

With more than 10,000 members in 30 countries, the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) represents legal administrators who are leaders and industry experts on legal management issues such as finance, human resources, systems and technology, facilities, marketing and practice management. Robert Half Legal is proud to be a VIP partner.

Leading Marketing & Creative Alliances (top)

HOW Magazine

HOW is the industry's leading creativity, business and technology magazine for graphic design professionals. Each issue provides a mix of essential business information, up-to-date technological tips, the creative why's and how's behind noteworthy projects, and profiles of professionals who are influencing design. HOW is careful to address the needs of designers working in corporate design departments as well as those in design studios or in freelance positions – helping all of its readers to become more creative, more productive and more successful. Subscribe to the HOW magazine at a special rate of just $29 a year!

The Webby Awards is the leading international award honoring excellence on the Internet. Established in 1996 during the Web's infancy, the Webbys are presented by The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, a 550-member body of leading Web experts, business figures, luminaries, visionaries and creative celebrities. Reflecting the tremendous growth of the Internet as a tool for business and everyday lives, the 13th Annual Webby Awards expands the mission of the Webby by honoring excellence in over 100 Website, Interactive Advertising, Online Film & Video, and Mobile Web categories.

Since 1963, Graphic Design USA has been a monthly news and information magazine for and about the professional design community, including graphic design firms, advertising agencies, corporate and institutional inhouse departments, and other creative businesses and organizations. GDUSA also publishes a 100,000-visits-a-month website, publishes several monthly enewsletters, and sponsors national competitions in the disciplines of graphic design, corporate design, package design and web design.

iStockphoto is the world's largest community-powered image marketplace. One million members from around the world download stock photography, Vector illustrations and video clips every day. Find the perfect image or video and download it at the size you need – as low as $1 for photographs and illustrations, or $5 for video. Join for free today .
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