Getting any accounting certification takes time – it requires patience, dedication and countless study hours. But as the accounting industry continues to change, and becomes more and more technological, accounting firms are looking for something to differentiate their candidates. Earning an accounting credential can do just that – and there are many to choose from; […]
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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 […]
You Didn’t Know You Could Work HERE With Your CMA
Certified management accountants – or CMAs – are financial professionals who hold a certification in a rapidly expanding career sector. These accounting professionals balance tasks including financial reporting, financial management, investment decisions, corporate finance, cost management, risk management, financial decision making, and strategic management with their knowledge of professional ethics. Once obtaining your CMA certification […]
5 Things You Need to Know about CMA Exam Essay Questions (And How to Make Them Work to Your Advantage)
The CMA Exam essay questions are one of the hardest and most intimidating parts about “becoming a Certified Management Accountant. Even the best writers can get stumped because of the vast subject matter knowledge required to pass the CMA Exam, and the topics are all fair game on all exam questions. But with a little […]
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 Closures for Some Centers
BREAKING NEWS. With the increase in measures taken to reduce the spread of COVID-19, Prometric has announced that it will be extending the temporary closure to at least May 1st across the United States and Canada. Earlier, this closure was expected to last until April 16th. This step is being taken to further protect the […]