Connect with Professional Organizations
- American Accounting Association
Comprehensive in its coverage of all things accounting, this site has compiled a list of accounting websites of particular interest to college students. - American Bankers Association
Check out the ABA's Banking Topics index for overviews of common banking topics, such as accounting, compliance, and derivatives. - Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
ACFE is "the world's largest anti-fraud organization," and their website has much to offer, including a blog, podcast, case studies, and statistics. - The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
The IIA website offers standards, a code of ethics, certification information, and many other resources about internal auditing. - Institute of Management Accountants
The IMA is an organization for cost accountants and financial accountants who work within businesses. - New York State Society of CPAs
This website has information in continuing education, future CPAs, and professional resources (e.g., accounting standards, IFRS information).
Resources for Accounting Students
- AccountingCoach.comFor students looking to test or supplement their accounting knowledge, this self-directed website allows users to pick a topic to study, take a quiz, or download basic financial forms.
- Calvin Career Center - Resources for Accounting StudentsCalvin's Career Center has a whole page for business and accounting students with helpful links, networking events, and other resources.
Special Resource: CPA Exam
The Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination is a test of knowledge and skills for public accountancy and is a major part of the requirements to gain a license as a CPA in the United States. It is a 16-hour computer-based exam, covering topics such as auditing and attestation, business environment and concepts, financial accounting and reporting, and regulation. There are many resources available to help test-takers prepare for this exam, including sample tests, outlines, and other tools made by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Click through the tabs of this special resource box for more!
Accounting Best Practices by Call Number: HF5635 .B818 2004ISBN: 0471444286Reviews best practices in accounts payable, financial statements, internal auditing, and several other accounting topics.
- AICPA: The Uniform CPA ExaminationVisit this page to find out what's on the CPA Exam, view pass rates for previous exams, and take a sample test.
- AICPA: Examination ContentTake a look at this overview of "CPA Examination questions – multiple-choice, written communication and task-based simulations – reflecting the subject matter eligible to be tested" (AICPA.org).
- NASBA: CPA ExaminationThe National Association of State Boards of Accountancy makes it easy to find out what each U.S. state requires when applying for the CPA exam. It even provides the contact information for each state board, as well as forms and fee information.
- This Way to CPA: Exam & Licensure pagesUse the menu on this page to access info about the exam and licensure -- from the advice of students who've been there to a customizable test prep module.