This is the investigation of accounting certifications and possible career paths. CPA, CMA, CIA, CISA are included, but so are CIG, Enrolled Agents. Students discuss the roles of each, how they relate to their matrix and write a short paper (1-2 pages) on one or more certifications that interest them.

Your paper should be based on research. Details you present should include the educational requirements (research the requirements for a state of interest to you (preferably the state of Maryland please)) and the exam content for the professional exam (i.e. www.aicpa.org is a key starting point for exam content percentage coverage on the CPA exam). Other certification programs should be supported with similar Web site information, educational requirements, and exam content.