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How to Deal With Exam Anxiety and Nerves

Accounting certifications are tough. That’s no secret. And they feel even more so now, with the uncertainty surrounding everything from testing dates, to what social distancing precautions will be in place. But nerves will impede your test-taking strategy, and that’s why taking time to appropriately prepare for the exam is one of the most crucial […]

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How to Make Your Resume Stand Out In the Finance and Accounting Industry

When you’ve spent four years studying a niche, like accounting or finance, it can be pretty crushing to realize that you need more for your resume to stand out. But ultimately, everyone applying for the jobs you’re looking at studied for four years too. So, how can you put your best foot forward to get […]

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Considering an Accounting Certification? Here’s How Your Career Will Thank You.

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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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 […]

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5 tips for college graduates entering the workforce

Congratulations! You’re a new graduate! You’ve made it through four years of rigorous study hours and assignments that made you question your sanity. Now you’re part of the “real world,” so you can put all the knowledge and skills you have obtained to good use. But, your knowledge will only take you so far; you’re […]

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Getting Ready for the New World of Peer Review

From those whose firms have recently gone through a peer review as part of the AICPA’s Peer Review Program (PRP), the feedback is consistent. Things have changed. While the underlying requirements of the PRP are the same, a review of a sample of an accounting firm’s engagement workpapers in order to assure compliance with applicable […]

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The Certified Internal Auditor Exam Expands Globally

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is expanding the Certified Internal Auditor exam to several new languages to accommodate international candidates seeking the credential. As the only globally recognized internal audit certification, it is important that the CIA exam be accessible to a multitude of audiences across the world. The IIA estimates that there are […]

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IIA Changes CIA Eligibility Requirements

Starting September 1, 2019, The Institute of Internal Auditors has changed the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) program eligibility window from four years to three years. This change reflects the time it normally takes candidates to complete the CIA certification process, and candidates within the three-year program will be able to request a one-year extension if […]

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