Accounting education

Nearly three-quarters of Master of Accounting programs in the U.S. reported increased application levels in 2024, according to the Graduate Management Admission Council.

State CPA societies are pushing for alternatives to the 150-hour rule as a major step towards addressing the major talent crisis.

Total interest in accounting careers has risen across Hispanic, Asian American Pacific Islander and white students since 2021, while Black students have shown a small decrease in interest.

Utah Valley University and Intuit are piloting a hands-on education program to attract students to pursue accounting careers.

Carr, Riggs & Ingram appoints CFO and chief legal officer; TSCPA hosts accounting bootcamp; and more news from across the profession.

The bill, backed by the AICPA, would enable K-12 STEM funding to be used for accounting awareness and education and eventually help with the talent shortage.

States are looking to add new pathways to CPA licensure, beyond the 150-credit requirement, amid an ongoing labor shortage.

The Iowa Legislature passed a bill creating an additional pathway to CPA licensure.

The reasons why accounting is a fascinating major go beyond mere security. Within the field, a transformation is underway.

North Carolina is the latest state making legislative moves in hopes of expanding the pipeline of licensed accountants with an alternative path.