Before You Put Those Books Away
By Gladys I. Asadi, Certified Public Accountant
If you are getting ready for your college graduation, consider pursuing the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. If you recently passed the Certified Public Accountant examination, consider pursuing a second designation. As a college graduate, you are in the planning stage; invest in the future, prepare for the CPA exam. The new computerized program offers more flexibility in selecting the dates to take the examination. Under the new format, a candidate may take one part of the exam at a time. Take a chance! Envision yourself in a well respected position and rewarding career. Furthermore, most employers search for ambitious candidates that are willing to learn new skills, and help provide a large range of services. For the recent successful CPA candidates, Congratulations! You completed Phase I. Plan your future like an architect and start working on the second phase. There are a wide range of certifications to further improve your career. For instance, The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants offers a certification in Business valuation, a well-demanded service. Other certifications include: Certified Financial Planner, Certified Management Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Government Financial Manager, and more. There is a great demand for these services. Expand your knowledge beyond tax and auditing; specialize in one of these areas. Success is just a couple of books away!