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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

2019 is coming to an end, and those interested in obtaining credentials have been busy on our blog this year. Here are the top five blog posts being read in 2019. 6 Time Management Tips for Studying for the CMA Exam We know that everyone’s goal for the CMA Exam is to pass it as […]

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Concerned About Digital Transformation in the Accounting and Finance Industries? Consider a CMA Credential

Have you considered earning the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential? Like all industries, the fields of accounting and finance are rapidly changing in the wake of technological advancement. Automation, artificial intelligence, controls and analytics are becoming commonplace terms in the business environment, and companies are becoming more interested in data and how to develop processes […]

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Choosing the best review: Test banks vs. CPA review courses

As you start your CPA journey, you’re probably wondering the best course of action when it comes to exam prep. Is it enough to have a massive test bank of exam questions, or is it better to have a full-on review course? Below, we’ll review the pros and cons of a test bank and a CPA […]

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Getting Ready for the New World of Peer Review

From those whose firms have recently gone through a peer review as part of the AICPA’s Peer Review Program (PRP), the feedback is consistent. Things have changed. While the underlying requirements of the PRP are the same, a review of a sample of an accounting firm’s engagement workpapers in order to assure compliance with applicable […]

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Benefits of the CPA credential

The benefits of becoming a CPA in today’s economy continue to grow. In fact, the designation has more value to the capital markets than ever before, but fewer new CPA candidates are registering to test for the license. With fewer accounting professionals looking to become a CPA, but a higher demand in the marketplace, you […]

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Survey shows accounting students want more options at firms

The accounting industry is vastly different from what it looked like a decade ago. Major shifts like the digital transformation in business, growing investment in blockchain, and increased interest in risk management mean that recruiters at top firms are seeking out candidates with more diverse skillsets than ever before. Today’s average associate has changed. Has […]

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Tips as you prepare to retake the CPA Exam

Let’s face it, becoming a Certified Public Accountant isn’t easy. Pass rates indicate that nearly half of all CPA candidates fail at least one section of the CPA Exam on the first try; but that’s no reason to get discouraged. The good news is, if you don’t pass part of the exam, you can always […]

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Three Great Reasons to Join a Professional Association

I’m recently returned from a West coast trip—to the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum, to be more precise—where I had the opportunity to meet dozens of tax professionals, and to reconnect with many others who happen to be members of the association I have the privilege to lead. These events are opportunities to broadcast your value […]

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