In: Accounting
Go to the website of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (www.aicpa.org) and the Institute of Management Accountants (www.imanet.org). Browse the sites and find the requirements for becoming a certified public accountant (CPA) and a certified management accountant (CMA). Compare the requirements of the programs and decide which program is more appealing to you. Why is it more appealing?
The CMA is not as well known in the accounting world, but it does hold merit in industry and private companies. The credential is geared towards managing and making strategic decisions, making it an excellent choice for those wanting to work their way up in a specific company.