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CIA, CPA, or CISA?
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:20 pm
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:20 pm
If you’re only taking one which is it and why?
Ive heard that it doesnt really matter which one you take. That all of them will get you where you to want to be in terms of promotions.
I also understand the CPA is the most valuable, but taking into consideration time and difficulty which would you choose if you were only going to take one?
Is the CPA really worth it if you arent going to stick with accounting and plan on moving into other departments under the finance function?
Ive heard that it doesnt really matter which one you take. That all of them will get you where you to want to be in terms of promotions.
I also understand the CPA is the most valuable, but taking into consideration time and difficulty which would you choose if you were only going to take one?
Is the CPA really worth it if you arent going to stick with accounting and plan on moving into other departments under the finance function?
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Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:22 pm to Babble
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CISA
When I see this I pronounce it sizza and picture 2 hot lesbians going at it.
Hope that helps.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:22 pm to Babble
A CISA is only worth it if you plan on living solely in the information/cybersecurity audit world.
This post was edited on 7/10/18 at 12:27 pm
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:22 pm to Babble
CPA still has the most broad application; even in industry finance functions.
This post was edited on 7/10/18 at 12:26 pm
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:23 pm to Babble
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Ive heard that it doesnt really matter which one you take. That all of them will get you where you to want to be in terms of promotions.
And
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I also understand the CPA is the most valuable
Does not compute.
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Is the CPA really worth it if you arent going to stick with accounting and plan on moving into other departments under the finance function?
Yes, get it if you can. I finished it in 9 months while working full time. It sucks but get it over with.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:24 pm to Babble
CPA. CIA is really only useful in internal audit.
Having CPA next to your name is powerful the others are not.
Having CPA next to your name is powerful the others are not.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:24 pm to Babble
Why not do a real job like welding?
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:28 pm to Babble
CPA will open more doors for you
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:28 pm to southernelite
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CPA still has the most broad application; even in industry finance functions.
Very true and that won't change anytime soon.
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A CISA is only worth it if you plan living solely in the information/cybersecurity audit world.
That world is going to be growing exponentially in the next decade or two. That CISA will not only get harder and harder to get but will increase in value along with it.
Why not get both OP? If you're technically strong, you'd be able to print money with this combination.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:29 pm to Mingo Was His NameO
I think the point I was making is that the CPA looks the best, but that it really doesnt matter because any certification will allow you to be promoted to a management position. From what I have heard.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:31 pm to Babble
All you need is a BAW certification.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:40 pm to Babble
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I think the point I was making is that the CPA looks the best, but that it really doesnt matter because any certification will allow you to be promoted to a management position. From what I have heard.
If you can’t decide what is best for you, then maybe you just aren’t management material.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:42 pm to Murray
If I plan on going the audit/consulting/cybersecurity route, do the benefits of the CPA really outweigh the costs? I’m currently studying for the CIA. If I get the CIA, the only other certification I would get is the CISA.
I feel like the CPA really wouldnt be worth it at that point with those two other certifications.
Am I wrong?
I feel like the CPA really wouldnt be worth it at that point with those two other certifications.
Am I wrong?
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:43 pm to Babble
quote:The first question theyll ask you is, "why didnt you get your cpa?"
I think the point I was making is that the CPA looks the best, but that it really doesnt matter because any certification will allow you to be promoted to a management position. From what I have heard.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:44 pm to Babble
If that’s your path, then yes, the CIA/CISA combo is probably most likely sufficient. But you didn’t phrase your question that way originally.
This post was edited on 7/10/18 at 12:44 pm
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:44 pm to Babble
I rarely see CIA without CPA.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 12:45 pm to Babble
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If I plan on going the audit/consulting/cybersecurity route, do the benefits of the CPA really outweigh the costs? I’m currently studying for the CIA. If I get the CIA, the only other certification I would get is the CISA.
I feel like the CPA really wouldnt be worth it at that point with those two other certifications.
Am I wrong?
You're trying to get validation that you don't need the CPA is hard and you don't want to do it. If you don't want to do it, don't, but yes it's worth it. Top management aren't CIA's, the top for that is internal audit manager or something similar.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 1:19 pm to Babble
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If I plan on going the audit/consulting/cybersecurity route, do the benefits of the CPA really outweigh the costs? I’m currently studying for the CIA. If I get the CIA, the only other certification I would get is the CISA.
I feel like the CPA really wouldnt be worth it at that point with those two other certifications.
Am I wrong?
Been in the auditing field for 15 years. When I see a CPA, I know that person isn't stupid and at least some point in their life worked their arse off to attain something.
CIA weeds some weak minds out but not all of them.
CISA is a great certification. 2 things: It's going to become more valuable (everything involves IT now) and IMO harder to get.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 1:20 pm to Mingo Was His NameO
CPA is definitely worth it and is viewed more as an advanced degree than just a certification. It’s the most valuable thing I have done for myself.
Posted on 7/10/18 at 1:22 pm to Babble
I currently have my CIA. At the end of this year I'll have the CISA. After that, I need more hours to sit for the CPA.
This post was edited on 7/10/18 at 1:22 pm
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