Professional development

The Deloitte Foundation and the American Accounting Association presented various awards to accounting academics at the AAA Annual Meeting in San Francisco.

The Institute of Management Accountants is also encouraging accountants to develop a wider range of skills.

The American Institute of CPAs announced the 129 students who will be splitting a total of $666,000 in academic scholarships.

The Maryland Association of CPAs hosted 20 up-and-coming professionals across the state as part of its annual program.

The American Institute of CPAs Foundation recognized five CPAs pursuing their accounting doctorates with one-time, $10,000 scholarships.

Two professionals from Top 100 Firm Aprio share their thoughts on how firms can help staff be better advisors.

The International Federation of Accountants has created a guide for accountants to keep "long-term value creation and success" in a changing business environment.

MACPA joins other state societies in hosting a virtual conference, CPA Convene; the New York State Society of CPAs awards Excellence in Accounting scholarships; and more CPA news.

For students aspiring toward a career in the audit and assurance profession, embracing electives that could stand out on their resumes, in addition to completing core coursework, can help set them apart.

The New York State Society of CPAs' Moynihan Scholarship Fund announced the 76 recipients of its annual Excellence in Accounting Scholarships.