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Salary Guide

Curious about the salary prospects after passing your exam? Surgent compiled the most current data on what your professional earnings may look like. Entry-level CPAs earn $10,000 more per year on average than non-certified entry-level accountants. CMAs earn 33% more than non-certified professionals at the same level. An entry-level EA can earn nearly double the […]

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SIE salary guide

What is the SIE Exam? The SIE Exam is a required qualification exam administered by FINRA. Covered content includes: products, risks, the structure and function of the securities industry and its regulatory agencies, and knowledge of regulated and prohibited practices. Because the exam is more introductory than series-specific exams, and because it may be taken […]

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CISA salary guide

What is the CISA Certification? The CISA designation is granted by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) to information systems audit professionals around the world. The professional certification originated in 1978 and is held by over 100,000 professionals. Gaining the certification solidifies an employee’s knowledge and expertise in identifying critical issues and creating […]

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CPA salary guide

Though a CPA license is not required to work in accounting, accountants and auditors who earn certifications, especially the CPA, have the best job prospects, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The starting salary for Certified Public Accountants ranges from $44,750 to $104,500, depending on their industry and the type of accounting they perform. […]

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