It’s no secret that we’re in a period of change across many industries, and that change includes the tax preparation landscape. As with any new change, there can be some confusion – but that’s why we’ve produced this blog post – to summarize the important elements of the CARES Act! What is the CARES Act? […]
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The IMA Release Pass Rates For New CMA Exam Curriculum
The IMA have released the pass rates for the first testing window of the revised CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam content.The testing window spanned January to February 2020, and was the first of three testing periods this year. Of a pool of more than 5,000 Part 1 and Part 2 exam parts taken during the […]
NASBA recommends state boards extend testing windows
The CPA Exam is difficult enough at the best of times – but right now, with COVID-19 impacting study journeys and delaying test dates, it’s even tougher. Typically CPA candidates have 18 months to sit for and pass all four sections of the CPA Exam. However, because of these delays, NASBA is encouraging state boards […]
IRS Announce Extension of Two-Year Carryover Period for Enrolled Agent Candidates
With COVID-19 impacting many candidate’s study plans, and with Prometric closures until May 31st, the IRS has announced that they will extend the amount of time candidates can carry over a passing score. Typically a two year window, this will be extended to three years to provide candidates with flexibility in testing – for all […]
Prometric Announces it Will Remain Closed Through 5/31
BREAKING NEWS In an April 23rd update, Prometric announced it would be extending its closure of test centers in the United States and Canada through May 31st, effecting CPA Exam, EA Exam, and CMA Exam candidates, among may others. Prometric will waive all rescheduling fees. What candidates should do now While testing centure closures certainly […]
Some Prometric Testing Centers to resume testing for CPA Exam
Update: As of April 23, the AICPA has announced that the CPA Exam will be considered an essential exam, meaning some candidates will be able to resume testing on May 1. It’s important to note that Prometric will be opening only in areas where deemed safe. The AICPA has announced that Prometric will be contacting […]
Why you should sit for REG section of CPA Exam before July 1
If you’re considering sitting for the REG section of the CPA Exam, now is the time. The CPA Exam is constantly changing to reflect real life, and each section of the CPA Exam focuses on a different element of accounting – granted, with some overlap. But regardless, now more than ever, REG should be a […]
What continuous testing means for CPA Exam candidates
If you haven’t yet heard, NASBA, AICPA and Prometric will offer continuous testing for CPA Exam candidates in the United States from July 1, 2020, with all state boards backing it. That’s right – no more black out periods or CPA Exam testing windows, and no more waiting months to resit for the CPA Exam. […]
Prometric extends temporary closure to some testing centers
With the increase in measures taken to reduce the spread of COVID-19, Prometric has announced that it will extend the closure of test centers in the U.S. and Canada through April 30, with planned resumption of testing on May 1 across the United States and Canada. Earlier, this closure was expected to last until April […]