Information on review course material and requirements and for the CPA Exam. CPA prep or course material is used to get an introduction and review course curriculum to pass the CPA exam. Online learning and book resources are available.

Exam

The Exam for CPA Designation consists of a combination of multiple choice questions and exam simulations. The CPA Exam is a computer based test that is in four parts. The four parts of the test are:

• Auditing
• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Regulation
• Business Environment Concepts.

Test Requirements

A candidate must be approved to take the exam by the state board of accountancy. Sections of the exam can be taken, once approved. The board is the overseeing body of all CPA's and CPA candidates.

Study Material

Full CPA course material is available through American Investment Training. 30 DVD's and comprehensive text books to prepare you for the CPA exam. AIT also has separate sections that can be purchased to pass each area of the test.

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Initial CPA Exam review and introduction can be assisted by using exam preparation books to begin a process of being familiar with the CPA Exam. These study resources below are used more as a beginning phase or extra aids to work with other complete study course material.

Software

Wiley CPA Examination Review Practice Software 9.0 - This comprehensive software product provides over 2700 questions and solutions along with guidelines, explanations, tips and diagnostic feedback covering all four sections of the CPA examination. This software is the most effective system available to prepare for the CPA exam. Version 9.0 is also completely updated to correlate with the new computerized exam.

Wiley GAAP 2004, (CD ROM) : Interpretation and Application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - Wiley GAAP 2004 is a thorough study and analysis of all generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) set forth in the pronouncements of the FASB (Financial Accounting Standards Board) and its predecessor agencies. All pronouncements are explained with relevant terminology and practice-oriented real-world examples. Each chapter is composed of a discussion of perspectives and issue, sources of GAAP, and a definition of terms, concepts, rules, and examples.

CPA Exam Review Books

Wiley CPA Examination Review 2004, Financial Accounting and Reporting (Wiley Cpa Examination Reivew. Financial Accounting and Reporting) - Study guide for the new computerized CPA exam; providing outlines, study guidelines, and skill-building problems. Completely revised for the new computerized CPA exam.

CPA Comprehensive Exam Review, 2002-2003: Financial Accounting & Reporting (31st Edition) - This review book is excellent and will definately prepare you for the exam. The thorough chapters are well written and contain helpful exhibits and mnemonic devices. Unlike other review materials that has about 9 chapters, this book has 20 chapters.

CPA Comprehensive Exam Review, 2002-2003: Business Law & Professional Responsibilities (31st Edition) - This is a great study guide and book. It covers all the areas of business law and professional responsibilites that are covered on the CPA exam.