Professional development

The Nevada legislature passed a regulation to create an additional pathway to CPA licensure, effective as of Feb. 27, 2026.

The Institute submitted a letter in response to the Department of Education's plan to exclude accounting from its definition of "professional degree" programs.

The National Association of Black Accountants and the Tennessee Society of CPAs are partnering to address the talent shortage.

Plus, TaxRock announces 2.0 edition; MyCPE One launches comprehensive learning and development services; and other accounting tech news and updates.

Accounting educators aren't immune to the challenges that are sweeping the profession, says Yvonne Hinson, president of the AAA.

The Wisconsin legislature passed a bill that establishes an additional pathway to CPA licensure, and it awaits Gov. Tony Evers' signature.

The independent nonprofit is devoted to helping professionals move past hype and into concrete practical implementations of artificial intelligence technology.

New Jersey's law adding another pathway to CPA licensure went into effect today, Feb. 11.

The Internal Revenue Service has awarded a contract to PSI Services to develop and administer the examination for Enrolled Agents to earn their tax credential.

As technology, regulation and client expectations evolve in 2026, accounting, tax and wealth management firms will transform into modern, relationship-based practices.

The American Institute of CPAs introduced a new program to identify and develop the skills needed by early-career CPAs to succeed in an AI-driven market.

Are you looking at the right attributes? The answers may surprise you.

Intuit has created a Career Pipeline Program, with a commitment to upskill a million accounting students over the next five years.

The Maryland Association of CPAs visited the state capital in Annapolis to lobby for changes to CPA licensure and other laws.

BDO USA partners with the LPGA while Weaver signs up a brand ambassador from the PGA; and other accounting firm and personnel news.

The National Association of Tax Professionals unveiled two new credentials focusing on representation, due diligence and ethical practice.

The Big Four firm announced a new formalized engineering career path, offering a dedicated avenue for advancement based on technology skills and leadership.

Courses and certifications will include AI, RPA, cybersecurity, data analytics and visualization, financial planning and analysis, sustainability and leadership.

Enrollment for undergraduate accounting majors increased for the third year in a row last fall, according to newly released figures.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill into law that adds a pathway to CPA licensure, effective Feb. 11.