Professional development

As if marketing an accounting firm wasn’t challenging enough, throw in COVID-19 along with political, social and economic upheaval, and you’ve got a challenge for the ages.

The funds will support the AICPA’s William (Bill) Ezzell Scholarship, which helps students earn their Ph.D. in accounting.

Ten high school students across the country will receive $2,000 each to continue their accounting studies into college.

Teaching provides an opportunity to give back by transferring knowledge, sharing experiences and offering a practical outlook to people who either will be starting their careers or are at mid career with a desire to advance further.

Four accounting academics were honored for their teaching and research during the 2020 American Accounting Association meeting.

The American Institute of CPAs granted $764,500 in academic scholarships to 150 students as part of its annual program for future CPAs.

It doesn’t matter so much how smart you are or how well you did in school; the firm still needs to train you and get a feeling for your ability.

Supplied by the Top Five Firm's RSM US Foundation, the donation will deem two professors as "RSM Fellows" to educate and mentor high-potential students.

The provider of payroll, benefits and human resources for small businesses, is rolling out a program for accountants who want to be certified in providing the company’s services to their clients.

The new scholarship will offer four students across two academic years $5,000 each to cover education-related expenses.