CPA
Certified Public Accountant
Be prepared for your future.
®
, Why become a CPA?
The role of a CPA has evolved from traditional CPAs are in demand. According to the American
accounting into a multi-dimensional area of Institute of Certified Public Accountants
expertise. New disciplines are emerging every (AICPA), 75% of today’s CPAs will be retiring
day as corporations, universities, government within the next 15 years. Add that to the
agencies, and not-for-profit groups worldwide renewed focus on business ethics, the global
recognize the powerful impact a CPA can economy and new technology and your
make in their organization. potential is almost endless.
Demand for CPAs
Continued high demand for CPAs denotes well for professionals - career stability, excellent
compensation, increased mobility, and continued career growth opportunities. Three factors have
combined to sustain this high demand for CPAs:
An intense focus on business ethics Continued movement toward a global
The biggest contributor to demand is height- economy
ened corporate accountability. Companies The proliferation of multi-national organizations
must now critically scrutinize their entire has fueled demand for CPAs - both internationally
accounting process. and domestically. CPAs who can adapt to
other cultures and understand global business
perspectives are extremely valuable.
Business complexity and advanced
technology
New business models, more complex
information, and evolving technology mean
CPAs with solid IT skills are needed to link
technology solutions with sound business
practices.
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Certified Public Accountant
Be prepared for your future.
®
, Why become a CPA?
The role of a CPA has evolved from traditional CPAs are in demand. According to the American
accounting into a multi-dimensional area of Institute of Certified Public Accountants
expertise. New disciplines are emerging every (AICPA), 75% of today’s CPAs will be retiring
day as corporations, universities, government within the next 15 years. Add that to the
agencies, and not-for-profit groups worldwide renewed focus on business ethics, the global
recognize the powerful impact a CPA can economy and new technology and your
make in their organization. potential is almost endless.
Demand for CPAs
Continued high demand for CPAs denotes well for professionals - career stability, excellent
compensation, increased mobility, and continued career growth opportunities. Three factors have
combined to sustain this high demand for CPAs:
An intense focus on business ethics Continued movement toward a global
The biggest contributor to demand is height- economy
ened corporate accountability. Companies The proliferation of multi-national organizations
must now critically scrutinize their entire has fueled demand for CPAs - both internationally
accounting process. and domestically. CPAs who can adapt to
other cultures and understand global business
perspectives are extremely valuable.
Business complexity and advanced
technology
New business models, more complex
information, and evolving technology mean
CPAs with solid IT skills are needed to link
technology solutions with sound business
practices.
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