PricewaterhouseCoopers is the largest global network of professional services firms, offering a wide range of assurance, tax and advisory services to many of the world's largest and most prestigious companies.

EMPLOYEES: The PwC network of firms is composed of more than 125,000 partners and staff in 144 countries and territories around the world. In the US, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP employs 25,000 partners and staff. We also hold the leading position as auditor to the Fortune 500, auditing 33% of Fortune 500 revenues.

PROGRAMS FOR MINORITIES: At PricewaterhouseCoopers, we view diversity and inclusion as business imperatives because we know that a diverse staff brings better perspective to the solutions we provide to our clients. Some of the programs we have in place include: mentoring partnerships, women and diversity networking circles and a scholarship program for diverse college students - eXceed.

WEBSITE: www.pwc.com/bringit

Why did you choose to join PwC?

The culture, the people and the quality of my internship experience. As an intern, my supervisors made a real effort to provide me with an experience that reflected what life would be like as a real employee.

Did diversity play a role when you chose PwC?

No. When I graduated from college, my only goal was to get a job in public accounting. But I do think it should play a role to new graduates. Diversification is a key factor to a business' success. There is a reason why companies are focusing on diversity and students should factor it in when analyzing potential employers. I know that if I were to leave this firm, I would ask a potential employer about its diversity initiatives and programs.

Why do you think that minority students have ranked PwC as a top employer?

In addition to the Firm's constant commitment to build a sense of teamwork, leadership, excellence, trust, quality and pride around the way we do business, I think the Firm's commitment to diversity plays a big role. The firm supports several organizations on both a local and national level such as NABA and ALPFA. In addition, the firm has developed several internal programs (e.g., minority and women circles that focus on satisfying the needs of that particular group, whether it's obtaining effective feedback, identifying mentors or other professional development needs) to further demonstrate its commitment to diversify its workforce.

What is the value of these groups in the day-to-day work at the firm?

In addition to providing an avenue for members of these groups to enhance their personal and professional skill sets, these groups also provide an opportunity to network with members outside of normal work groups. For example, if my client has a non-tax need, I am often able to call upon the appropriate resource to satisfy the client's need. Usually, that resource is someone I have met as a result of the Firm's diversity initiatives.

What role do you think diversity plays in PwC's success?

It brings a variety of perspectives necessary to meet the clients' needs. Diversity doesn't just mean ethnic or gender diversity, it means bringing people with different ideas and experiences to the table.

What do you think students would find the most surprising about PwC?

Students that come here notice that we are not as stuffy as the general public might perceive us to be. Accountants are quite fun and we don't sit around and do math all day.