| The CPA exam is one of the most difficult s to pass. | | | | Problem and essay questions and multiple-choice |
| The CPA review programs help those wishing to take | | | | questions are given from a prior certification exam. |
| the exam prepare it by offering training programs and | | | | "Distracters" and "blind alleys" are recognized, and |
| courses supported by a battery of tests. It has been | | | | students answer these questions guided by |
| noted that students who have participated in CPA | | | | professionals who are knowledgeable accounting |
| Review Programs find it easier to pass the CPA | | | | instructors. Feedback is immediate and progress is |
| exams. These reviews also provide the social function | | | | recorded so that the student can work on |
| of making sure that CPAs know what they are doing, | | | | improvement every time. |
| and that they will behave ethically with regard to | | | | If a student is unsuccessful in some part of the CPA |
| numbers associated with doing business. | | | | examination after taking the course, they have the |
| These courses are offered to students in the | | | | option of taking the test again, as long as they commit |
| classroom, on-line or through a self-study CDROM. All | | | | to completing at least 90% of assigned homework. For |
| of them include compulsory study programs. Past | | | | CPA help, contact the Becker CPA Review, NIU |
| questions are reviewed and updated keeping in mind | | | | College of Business, CPA Excel and others. Before |
| the changing laws. Essential subject areas and topics | | | | choosing a class make sure that it adheres to the |
| are identified and explained, making sure that students | | | | professional standards under the appropriate |
| have the knowledge they need to pass the exam. | | | | authorities. |