CPA Questions & Answers What is the best way to switch to an accounting career? If you have not graduated yet and wish to switch majors, then visit an academic advisor at your university to help guide you in your decision. Explain your situation to your academic advisor so that you’ll be able to transfer […]
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CPA Questions & Answers What is a chartered accountant? A Chartered Accountant is a title that is an internationally recognized professional designation and is generally equivalent to the CPA designation. The designation is a combination of academic and professional training. ← Back to CPA Question Categories Sign Up to Learn More! Join our mailing list […]
CPA Questions & Answers What are the benefits of getting my Masters in Accounting? At the very minimum, a Master’s degree in Accounting ensures you meet the education requirements needed to obtain your CPA credential sooner, which is attractive to recruiters. The more education you have as an accountant, the better paid you’re likely to […]
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CPA Questions & Answers Do I have to get my CPA license to be an accountant? No, you can be an accountant without obtaining your CPA license. In order to become an accountant, complete a program of study in accounting at a college/university and then acquire a job in the accounting field. ← Back to […]
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CPA Questions & Answers Do I need to earn a Master’s Degree to complete the 150-hour education requirement? No, you do not need to earn a Master’s degree in order to complete the 150-unit education requirement. Another (less expensive) option is to earn the necessary units by taking additional classes from an accredited college or […]
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CPA Questions & Answers If I plan on working in a provisionary state, am I able to sit for the CPA Exam early in a non-provisionary state? A non-provisionary state will not allow you to test without first meeting the education requirements. A provisionary state is a state that gives CPA Exam candidates a provisionary […]
CPA Questions & Answers What are the top Master’s in Accounting (MAcc) Programs? The top ten Master’s in Accounting (MAcc) programs in the United States are shown in the list below. All of these programs are accredited by the AACSB, the ACBSP or the IACB and have vast alumni networks, strong recruiting capabilities and high […]
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CPA Questions & Answers What kind of degree do I need to become an accountant? In order to become an accountant, you can complete a program of study in accounting at a college/university and obtain a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Accounting. However, it is possible to become an accountant without obtaining an accounting degree. […]
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CPA Questions & Answers Does a Notice to Schedule (NTS) expire and should I apply to sit for all 4 sections of the CPA Exam before it expires? Yes, the Notice to Schedule (NTS) expires. It is valid for 90 days to 9 months, depending on your jurisdiction, and will state the earliest and latest […]
CPA Questions & Answers I recently changed my last name. Will that affect my application for the CPA Exam? If you have recently changed your last name, then you will need to notify your state board and/or NASBA so that any current and future Notices to Schedule (NTS) will accurately reflect your new name. Failure […]
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