College Educators
"One hundred years from now, it will not matter what kind of car I drove, what kind of house I live in, how much was in my bank account, nor what my clothes looked like. But, the world may be a little better because I was important in the life of a child."
- Author Unknown
Students entering the CPA profession need more training in technology, more exposure to international business, more time to absorb the increasing complex rules that comprise GAAP and GAAS, and a strong foundation in ethical decision making. It is critical that students do more than simply fill their schedules to meet the 150-hour requirement - they also must focus on enhancing their knowledge and skills in the essential areas needed to transition into the accounting profession and more broadly into the business world.
As educators, you can ensure that future generations of accountants have the requisite knowledge and skills to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.
Awareness of the value of the CPA credential among accounting students can be improved through positive messaging and reinforcement. It is important that accounting educators keep students aware of the value of the CPA credential and the importance of obtaining it.
Some might say that a student's education is not complete until they pass the exam whereas others may argue that their education is not complete until they are successful in business. No matter what the case, it is imperative that educators continue to work with students to provide them with the educational knowledge and resources that will allow them to succeed beyond the classroom and into the profession.
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