Assignment 2: Professional Development Activity Attaining a certification as an accountant can further your career a great deal. You have probably done some research on the requirements for becoming a Certified Public Accountant. However, there are sev
Dr Ava_MiaAssignment 2: Professional Development Activity
Attaining a certification as an accountant can further your career a great deal. You have
probably done some research on the requirements for becoming a Certified Public
Accountant. However, there are several other certifications available in the accounting
profession as well.
Some of the other certifications that are available to those in the accounting profession
are as follows:
● Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
● Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
● Certified Forensic Accountant (Cr. FA)
All of these designations specialize in areas of accounting and are increasing in
numbers and employment opportunities. Exploring the requirements will help you realize
that accounting is a very diverse, dynamic and growing career choice.
Visit the following websites:
Certified Management Accountant: www.imanet.org
Certified Internal Auditor: www.theiia.org
Certified Forensic Accountant: www.acfei.com/forensic_certifications/crfa
Prepare a summary of your findings and make sure to address all of the questions listed
below. You may use your textbook and outside sources to complete this Assignment.
The paper should be a minimum of 2-pages long, double-spaced. All sources should be
referenced as sources cited. Check for correct spelling, grammar, punctuation,
mechanics, and usage. Citations should use APA style.
Make sure your document includes:
• Your Name
• Date
• Course Name and Section Number
• Unit Number
• Assignment Name
• Page Numbers
Questions:
1. What are the requirements for each of the designations listed? Please be
detailed in your response and summarize the requirements in your own words.
2. What advantages do you see for each of the designations listed?
3. What disadvantages do you see for each of the designations listed?
4. What career opportunities are available for each of the designations listed?
Please provide specific job opportunities in each field. The following websites will
assist you in your search: http://www.monster.com/,
http://www.careerbuilder.com/
5. What service(s) does each designation provide to its clients? (The clients can be
internal, external, or both).
6. What skill set is needed for each designation and how will these skills help you
achieve success in these fields? Please be specific and relate the skills to each
designation.
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