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June 30, 2021

How a CPA Exam Question is Created

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how a multiple-choice question (MCQ), or item, is developed, from start to finish. Members of the AICPA Exams Team will pull back the curtain and share how we determine what content to include on the Exam, just how many people and subject-matter experts contribute to the development of an item, the careful wording considerations of each item, and more. Presenters will also be answering attendee questions throughout. If you have questions around this topic, feel free to submit them on the registration form below, and our presenters may address them during the live webcast. You may also submit a question during the actual webcast.

May 19, 2021

CPA Exam Q&A with NASBA

If you've got questions about the Exam process - eligibility, application, administration, etc., you won't want to miss this webcast. NASBA's Director of Client Services, Pat Hartman, will dedicate this time to answering attendee questions. You can either submit your question(s) in advance when registering for this webcast, or ask them live during the webcast. A team of dedicated NASBA staff will also be on hand to assist with Q&A. Either way, we want to make sure you walk away with your questions answered, and that you feel well prepared and supported. If submitting your question(s) in advance, please do so by May 14. You may still register for this webcast after that date, but the cutoff date to submit questions will be May 14.

April 28, 2021

Practicing Across State Lines

Today's technological advances and the ease of travel allow CPAs to work at firms operating in multiple states, accept new jobs across the country, and serve clients virtually. However, it also raises numerous questions about licensure, doing business in or relocating to different states, and state regulations for CPAs on the move. Presenters discuss the nuances of state licensing laws as well as their journeys to becoming a licensed CPA. If you're wondering where you should take the CPA Exam, work or get licensed, this webinar is for you.

April 20, 2021

Navigating the CPA Exam

This webcast includes a presentation by both the AICPA and NASBA focused all about getting started with the licensure process, eligibility requirements, Exam format and structure, and essential candidate resources. If you’re just starting the CPA journey, you'll want to watch this webcast.

April 15, 2021

How does CPA Exam scoring work?

A lot of mystery seems to surround the process of CPA Exam scoring. Is your Exam score a percentage? Is there a curve? Is it a fully automated process? If you're curious about these and other scoring-related questions, don't miss this webcast hosted by AICPA Exam Team members John Mattar, Ph.D., Director of Psychometrics, Carl Setzer, Ph.D., Lead Psychometrician, and Jessica Lucas, Lead Manager of Test Development and Operations, as they walk you through how scoring works on the CPA Exam.

April 7, 2021

CPA Career Spotlight: Entertainment

Behind your favorite television show or feature film is a slew of writers, directors, actors, and investors looking to get paid. In this installment of the CPA Career Spotlight series, we rolled out the red carpet for Steven Sills, CPA, CFF, who has spent his career ensuring those in the entertainment industry get paid through profit participation audits. Steven shares how he got his start in the entertainment industry and the different career paths you can pursue with your CPA.

March 24, 2021

All about the CPA Exam Blueprints

Whether you're familiar with them or not, the CPA Exam Blueprints are an essential study tool for all Exam candidates. This webcast goes in depth about what the Blueprints are and how to use them as part of your Exam preparation plan. The AICPA CPA Exam Team presents and will answers attendees Blueprint-related questions throughout.

March 11, 2021

Career Spotlight: Sports Accounting

Are you an avid sports fan? Have you ever dreamed of working in sports - perhaps for a Major League Baseball team? Tom Harris is in his 27th year with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2021 and is the organization’s Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. Tom will take us along his career journey, share the highlights of his success and give us an idea of what it's like to work for a Major League Baseball team.

Feb. 25, 2021

CPA Exam Section-Specific Webinar: FAR

This webinar focuses exclusively on the Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) section of the CPA Exam. Our presenters, AICPA Exams Team members Randi Lockhart, CPA, Senior Manager - FAR, and Jessica Gray, CPA, Lead Manager - Exam Content, give a general overview of the FAR section, provide an update on what changes are coming to the section beginning July 1, 2021, and answer attendee 's FAR-specific questions throughout.

Feb. 23, 2021

CPA Exam Section-Specific Webinar: REG

This webinar focuses exclusively on the Regulation (REG) section of the CPA Exam. Our presenters, AICPA Exams Team members Debra Luhman, CPA, Senior Manager - REG, and Karen Kliniewski, CPA, Manager - Content Development, give a general overview of the REG section, provide an update on what changes are coming to the section beginning July 1, 2021, and answer attendee 's REG-specific questions throughout.

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