Students pursuing professional accounting certifications often choose to sit for either the Certified Management Accountant exam or the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. Learn more about each credential, including eligibility requirements, preparation resources, and exam procedures.

Certified Management Accountant

The CMA is an advanced professional certification designed to measure the accounting and financial management skills that drive business performance.

Certified Public Accountant

The CPA Exam consists of four, four-hour segments in which all parts need to be completed within 18 months of each in order for the candidate to become receive their certification.