Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a professional title given to qualified accountants.
To become a CPA, you must pass a rigorous exam known as the Uniform CPA Exam.
Certified accountants must meet educational, work and examination requirements, including a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or accounting and complete 150 hours of training.
Other requirements for a CPA appointment include having two or more years of government accounting.
CPAs typically hold various positions in public and corporate accounting, as well as senior positions such as controller or chief financial officer (CFO).
The Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) is a private non-governmental organization that develops accounting standards for state and local governments.
Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) is a certification for Chartered Public Accountants (CPA) allowing them to expand their experience to include financial planning and asset management.
Investment managers are people or organizations who engage in all activities related to financial planning, investing and portfolio management for individuals or organizations.
The MPA is a master’s degree in public relations that prepares recipients of this degree for leadership positions in government and non-governmental organizations.
The National Association of Certified Appraisers and Analysts (NACVA) is a group of business professionals who provide valuation and litigation services.