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Gleim Publications announces passing of Founder & President, Dr. Irvin N. Gleim

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Monday, July 26, 2021

GAINESVILLE, Fla., July 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --It is with great sadness that we announce, Dr. Irvin N. Gleim, founder and President of Gleim Publications, Inc., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021.

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  • GAINESVILLE, Fla., July 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --It is with great sadness that we announce, Dr. Irvin N. Gleim, founder and President of Gleim Publications, Inc., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021.
  • Dr. Gleim is widely recognized as a pioneer who revolutionized the accounting self-study market.
  • Dr. Gleim and his wife, Darlene, started Gleim Publications at their kitchen table in 1974 by developing affordable self-study exam prep books for the CPA Exam.
  • In 2013, the Gerson Hall atrium at the Fisher School was dedicated to Dr. Gleim for the major impact he had on accounting education.

AccountingEDU.org Releases a Guide to Becoming a Licensed CPA

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

BELLINGHAM, Wash., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --AccountingEDU.org has announced the release of their newest article: A Guide to Becoming a Licensed CPA.

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  • BELLINGHAM, Wash., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --AccountingEDU.org has announced the release of their newest article: A Guide to Becoming a Licensed CPA.
  • The guide examines the ways that CPA certification is valuable as well as what you need to do to pass the test.
  • One of the biggest reasons for obtaining CPA certification is the distinctive prestige that comes with the title.
  • The article provides helpful tips on how to become a licensed CPA so that readers can be informed before taking the exam.

AICPA and NASBA Release CPA Evolution Model Curriculum

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

The American Institute of CPAs ( AICPA ) and National Association of State Boards of Accountancy ( NASBA ) today released the CPA Evolution Model Curriculum .

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  • The American Institute of CPAs ( AICPA ) and National Association of State Boards of Accountancy ( NASBA ) today released the CPA Evolution Model Curriculum .
  • The new Curriculum is the next step in the CPA Evolution initiative, a joint AICPA/NASBA initiative that is transforming the CPA licensure model to recognize the rapidly changing skills and competencies the accounting profession requires.
  • The Curriculum release follows a recent AICPA and NASBA study highlighting gaps between existing accounting curriculum and topics tested under the new CPA Exam.
  • AICPA has developed resources to help collegiate accounting programs enhance their curricula as the profession transitions under the CPA Evolution licensure model.

UWorld Roger CPA Review Launches Extensive Content Updates to Align with New AICPA Blueprints

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

DALLAS, May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UWorld Roger CPA Review today announced the release of major content updates to prepare CPA candidates for success not only on the CPA exam but also in their careers.

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  • DALLAS, May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UWorld Roger CPA Review today announced the release of major content updates to prepare CPA candidates for success not only on the CPA exam but also in their careers.
  • The course content updates give students a head start in preparing for the newly released American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Blueprints that will go into effect July 1, 2021.
  • UWorld Roger CPA Review, a division of UWorld, has revolutionized CPA Exam preparation with the implementation of active learning.
  • To learn more about UWorld Roger CPA Review, please visit Accounting.UWorld.com/CPA-Review.

AICPA, NASBA and AAA to Announce New Model Accounting Curriculum at Free Online Event

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Monday, April 26, 2021

b'The free online event, to be held June 15-16, will provide attendees with a thorough overview of the Model Curriculum.

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  • b'The free online event, to be held June 15-16, will provide attendees with a thorough overview of the Model Curriculum.
  • The event is open to all who are interested, including members of the media.
  • To attend, register online .\n\xe2\x80\x9cThrough the CPA Evolution initiative, we are transforming the CPA licensure model to better reflect the changing skills, competencies and technological knowledge required of CPAs,\xe2\x80\x9d said Sue Coffey, CPA, CGMA, CEO - Public Accounting, AICPA.
  • To learn more about NASBA, visit www.nasba.org .\nThe American Accounting Association ( www.aaahq.org ) is the largest community of accountants in academia.

UWorld Roger CPA Review Releases New Question Bank

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

b"UWorld Roger CPA Review today announced the release of its newest Question Bank (QBank), designed to enable mastery of difficult accounting concepts so students excel on the CPA Exam and beyond in their careers.\nThis press release features multimedia.

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  • b"UWorld Roger CPA Review today announced the release of its newest Question Bank (QBank), designed to enable mastery of difficult accounting concepts so students excel on the CPA Exam and beyond in their careers.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • Questions are continuously updated, ensuring students are prepared for success on the most current exam.\n\xe2\x80\x9cWe\xe2\x80\x99ve changed how candidates prepare for the CPA Exam,\xe2\x80\x9d said UWorld Roger CPA Review\xe2\x80\x99s chief operating officer Kristin Lynes.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cThe QBank has been extremely helpful and integral to my studying,\xe2\x80\x9d said UWorld Roger CPA Review student, Jeremae Silveira.
  • To learn more about UWorld Roger CPA Review, please visit Accounting.UWorld.com/CPA-Review .\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210420005938/en/\n"

UWorld Roger CPA Review Opens Spring 2021 Scholarship Applications

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

24, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UWorld Roger CPA Review, a division of UWorld, a leader in online learning tools, today began accepting applications for this year's spring scholarships.

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  • 24, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- UWorld Roger CPA Review, a division of UWorld, a leader in online learning tools, today began accepting applications for this year's spring scholarships.
  • The 10 recipients will earn access to the UWorld Roger CPA Review Elite-Unlimited CPA Exam Review Course, valued at more than $3,000.
  • UWorld Roger CPA Review is also offering additional scholarships throughout the year in partnerships with leading accounting firms, universities, and professional organizations.
  • "The UWorld Roger CPA Review course was thoroughly enjoyable and helped me persist through what can be a long, daunting CPA examination process.

CPABC honours two Surrey CPAs with a fellowship designation

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

In recognition of her achievements, Sahota received the Surrey Board of Trades Women in Business Award in the not-for-profit leader category in 2014.

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  • In recognition of her achievements, Sahota received the Surrey Board of Trades Women in Business Award in the not-for-profit leader category in 2014.
  • We are pleased to honour Neelam and Gavin with a fellowship designation.
  • The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 37,000 CPA members and 5,500 CPA candidates and candidates.
  • CPABC carries out its primary mission to protect the public by enforcing the highest professional and ethical standards and contributing to the advancement of public policy.

CPABC honours two Richmond CPAs with fellowship designation

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

In 2019, Chutter was the first person from the pacific region to win the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award Canada.

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  • In 2019, Chutter was the first person from the pacific region to win the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award Canada.
  • We are pleased to honour Geoff and Dalbir with a fellowship designation.
  • The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 37,000 CPA members and 5,500 CPA candidates and candidates.
  • CPABC carries out its primary mission to protect the public by enforcing the highest professional and ethical standards and contributing to the advancement of public policy.

UBC Sauder’s Graham McIntosh awarded honorary CPA designation by CPABC

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Monday, February 22, 2021

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Graham McIntosh, executive director at the UBC Sauder School of Business was awarded with an Honorary CPA designation for his outstanding and innovative contributions to the advancement of accounting education in B.C.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Graham McIntosh, executive director at the UBC Sauder School of Business was awarded with an Honorary CPA designation for his outstanding and innovative contributions to the advancement of accounting education in B.C.
  • spearheaded the launch of the Diploma in Accounting Program (DAP) at UBC Sauder in 1999.
  • Known for fostering strong working relationships within the accounting profession, McIntosh has supported the CPA Education Foundation of BCs Accounting Educators Symposiums since 2001.
  • The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the training, governing, and regulatory body for over 37,000 CPA members and 5,500 CPA candidates and candidates.