By mid-career, certifications shift from entry into the profession to direction. Whether the goal is leadership, specialization, flexibility, or staying competitive in a changing field, the right credential can reposition a career without starting over.If upgrading your credentials has been on your mind lately, there’s usually a reason. Career plateaus, evolving technology, or new leadership opportunities often signal it’s time to reassess professional positioning.

It’s the moment every CPA Exam candidate dreads: a score below 75. But many candidates will face this reality, with CPA Exam pass rates hovering around just 50%. Scott Stacks had to face a failing CPA Exam score 13 times before passing his final section. Learn from his story, understand how he passed with Becker, and gain insight into the top tips he offers based on his CPA Exam retake experiences. 

Accountants—like all professionals in today’s tech-driven business world—are facing the need to responsibly leverage the benefits of AI in their work. But it’s clear that not all AI-driven tools are created equal; and in a profession that relies upon uncompromised accuracy and privacy, it’s important to incorporate AI in a way that maximizes its benefits while avoiding its pitfalls. So, what are the best AI tools for accountants? Learn the best AI tools and practices for accountants who want to stay agile—and accurate—with the current tech offerings. 

At Becker Professional Education, we focus on helping learners achieve more than exam success,we focus on career outcomes. With growing interest in the CPA and CMA among Indian students and professionals, there is also a growing need for clarity in eligibility rules, structured exam prep, and long-term career guidance and continuing education.

Let’s face it: many accountants choose the profession for the numbers, strategy, analytics, career opportunities, etc.—not for the public speaking. That said, presentation is a big part of your accounting career, especially as you take on more leadership roles. Learn these top 7 accounting presentation tips to ensure that you have the skills needed to grow your career with confidence. 

No matter the country, accounting licensures and certifications are a vital part of ensuring the quality and transparency of business transactions, reporting, and standards. In the USA and Canada, the most important licenses for public accountants are the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), respectively. But if you’re already a Canadian CPA, is there value in earning a US CPA license—and is there an accelerated path to get there? Find out. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how work gets done across industries, and accounting is no exception. The relationship between accountants and AI is evolving quickly, from early experimentation to deeper integration in day-to-day workflows. Today, AI is no longer just a productivity tool; it’s becoming a foundational part of how firms and organizations operate, deliver value, and compete.

Management accounting provides decision-makers with detailed, timely financial reporting and advice. A variety of stakeholders and organizational leaders rely on management accountants to protect their financial interests; but because these reports stay internal and lack external oversight, ethical standards in management accounting are immensely important. 

Many professionals select CPE based on convenience—the fastest webinar, the easiest credit, the most immediate deadline. Strategic professionals take a different approach. They use CPE to deliberately build skills that expand their influence, increase their market value, and align with where the profession is headed.

The journey to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is challenging, requiring you to pass the CPA exam, gain at least a year of work experience, and for most candidates, earn 150 hours of college credit.