Surgent simplifies studying for the CPA Exam so you don’t have to put your life on pause. Save time, reduce hassle and increase your odds of passing on the first try. Here’s how Surgent can help you. “I’m overwhelmed. Where should I start?” Surgent finds your personalized starting point with a diagnostic exam. From there, […]
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A timely investment: How to pass the CPA Exam
Everyone tells you to take the CPA Exam after graduation, but you aren’t sure where to begin or how to balance the exam with life, work, and summer plans. Chances are, you’d rather spend your summer doing things other than study. But you can have it all: beach, passed sections and a life. It […]
What happens to BEC section content in the CPA Evolution model?
Replacing the BEC core section will be a candidate’s choice of BAR, TSP or ISC as their remaining fourth section. This is in addition to the legacy core AUD, FAR and REG sections remaining in the new format. Candidates in 2024 will select one of those disciplines tracks in lieu of taking the standard BEC that […]
5 common myths about the CPA Exam
If you’re preparing for the CPA Exam, you already know that you need to devote considerable study hours to pass the exam. You might have heard stories from friends or colleagues about how difficult certain parts of the exam are, or perhaps you’re concerned about the recent changes made to the CPA Exam as part […]
Surgent announces first Paul Wiese Bridge Builder Scholarship Award winner
When a beloved Surgent team member passed away in 2021, we wanted to honor his legacy and commitment to educating the next generation of accounting and finance professionals. We created a semi-annual scholarship that would be awarded to students aspiring to a career in accounting or financial services. The Paul Wiese Bridge Builder Scholarship Award […]
CMA at a Glance – A Quick Overview of the CMA Credential
Are you considering the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification? In this overview of the CMA Exam and certification, we’ll look at what it means to become a CMA, why you should consider earning the certification and what you need to do to get started. Who should get the CMA credential? While CPAs traditionally focus on […]
Study tips to help you ace the CMA Exam
Study tips to help you ace the CMA Exam In the rush of daily life, who has time to think about the future? You know that a CMA would put your career into high gear, but family, friends and job responsibilities always seem to come first. However, you can rest assured that you really do […]
How this CPA candidate achieved higher than 95 on the CPA Exam
Each year, the AICPA awards the Elijah Watt Sells Award to CPA Exam test-takers who average a score of 95 or above across all exam sections. This year, Austin Krug was one of the winners. Do you want to know his secret to passing with such a high score? We sat down with Austin to […]
You’re about to graduate. Now what? A guide for the recent accounting grad
After several years of college and numerous years of school before that, you’re finally ready to dip your toes (or jump headfirst) into the real world. As a recent accounting graduate, you likely have a few preconceived ideas of what your life is going to look like once you start your first job. Let’s talk […]