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Tried another service for your exam review, but it’s not working out? Try Surgent! We make it easy to switch, helping many professionals pass their credentialing exams. If you’ve failed the Certified Management Accountant exam after taking another course, switch to the course that won the American Business Awards’ Silver Stevie. We’ll reduce your Enrolled […]

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Case study: Duquesne

Summary: After incorporating Surgent CPA Review content and technology into its auditing course, Duquesne University experienced: A 44% improvement in student pass rates on the Auditing and Attestation (AUD) section of the CPA exam A 22% increase in students interested in taking the examᴬ Duquesne’s challenge In 2015, faculty and administrators at Duquesne University recognized […]

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How Surgent helps students

Surgent helps college and university students prepare for accounting and finance profession-related credentialing exams, enabling candidates to study less and pass at rates far above the national average. Surgent benefits students Personalized learning Surgent offers students unparalleled personalized learning. Use customized course content, designed just for you and your learning style. Pass guarantee With Surgent, you […]

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Help your associates pass their exams faster

Though accounting and finance accreditation exams have changed significantly over the past decade, most exam review courses haven’t changed their approach to studying. They simply add more material, while still recommending the same chapter-by-chapter study plan for every student. Accounting firms understand that the sooner associates pass key exams, the sooner they’re able to help […]

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SIE career advice

Should I take the SIE Exam? If you’re interested in a career as a financial advisor, investment banker or any other professional placement that involves selling securities, passing the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam isn’t simply  a great career move — it’s often a requirement.  The SIE is the first of two exams required for […]

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About the SIE Exam

About the SIE credential The SIE Exam is a required qualification exam administered by FINRA. It covers common 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 without […]

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SIE Exam study tips

SIE Exam study guide The Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam is the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) exam for prospective securities industry professionals. The SIE exam is an introductory-level exam, designed to assess a candidate’s knowledge of basic securities industry information. This exam covers the concepts that are fundamental to working in the industry, such […]

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About the CISA Exam

About the CISA credential The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is a globally recognized credential conferred by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) to candidates who demonstrate proficiency in information systems audit control, assurance and security. Education and experience CISA candidates must have at least five years of professional experience in information […]

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CISA Exam study tips

About the CISA Certification The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is the standard of achievement for those who audit and assess an organization’s information technology. Preparing for the CISA exam requires work and strategic study. Here, you’ll find answers to your top questions about effective test prep. What’s inside the CISA exam? Unlike many […]

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