Accounting students

Here are the most important lessons about integrating artificial intelligence into accounting education.

Students are looking for more than traditional accounting roles — they want to be problem-solvers, advisors and tech-savvy professionals.

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants updated its CGMA Professional Qualifications Syllabus for 2026 to emphasize finance business partnering and applied problem solving.

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.