Accounting Achievers ' Banquet
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Student Resource Guide
ACCOUNTING ACHIEVERS’ BANQUET EVENT SPONSORS
KSU School of Accountancy wants you to GET CERTIFIED
Gold Standard
150 Hours = UG + MAcc or UG + 30 Extra Hours
CPA Certified Public Accountant
Other Certifications
CFE Certified Fraud Examiner
CMA Certified Management Accountant
CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor
CIA Certified Internal Auditor
For more information ColesSOA.com/GetCertified
Accounting
Discover the various career pathways in the industry
Public Accounting Employers
Strategies to Success
Opportunities
Public Accounting (CPA) Firms Sole Practitioner
Assurance Services Business Valuation External Audit Personal Finance Planning Tax
Check out the KSU “Get Certified” website for more information and FAQs Meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure Learn about the American Institute of CPAs’ specialty certifications Get involved with Beta Alpha Psi and the Georgia Society of CPAs
International Accounting Internal Audit Co-sourcing ESG Accounting Financial Accounting Litigation and Risk Management Consulting Forensic Accounting
Things to Note
Public accounting firms hire candidates who meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure. In Georgia, there are two pathways for CPA licensure: 120 hours + 2 years of experience under licensed CPA, or 150 hours + 1 year of experience under a licensed CPA. The typical undergraduate degree is 120 hours, so many students pursue a Master of Accounting to get to the 150 hours required for licensure within that pathway. 150 semester hours, including 30 accounting and 24 general business credit hours. In Georgia, students can sit for the CPA exam before obtaining the 150 hours. To sit, students must have an undergraduate degree and 20 hours of upper-level accounting.
Corporate Accounting Employers
Strategies to Success
Opportunities
Corporations in various industries
Budget Analysis Cost Accounting Financial Management Financial Reporting Information Technology Internal Auditing Tax Planning Transaction Services
Check out the KSU “Get Certified” website for more info and FAQs Learn about the KSU Internal Audit Center Obtain an IA Certificate Become a student member of the Institute of Internal Auditors, or the Tax Executive Institute
Things to Note
Some entry-level positions do not require a certification (CPA, CIA, CFE, CMA), although many in higher-level positions hold both a certification and a master’s degree. The Institute of Management Accountants offers the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) to those who have worked in the field for two years, hold a bachelor’s degree, and pass a two-part exam. Management accountants may move into internal auditing; however, they are less likely to move to public accounting.
Accounting
Discover the various career pathways in the industry
Government
Employers
Opportunities
Strategies to Success
Federal Agencies and Departments Federal Bureau of Investigation Internal Revenue Service Department of Treasury Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) State and Local Agencies Georgia DOAA Georgia Bureau of Investigation Universities and Colleges
Auditing Budget Analysis Financial Reporting Financial Management Forensic Accounting Internal Audit Research Risk Management
Complete an internship in any government agency Become familiar with the government application process Get connected with professional organizations Get involved with ACFE if interested in fraud / forensics
Non Profit
Employers
Opportunities
Strategies to Success
Non-Profit Organizations Hospitals Public School Systems Labor Unions Religious Organizations Libraries and Museums Political Parties Universities and Colleges
Budgeting Money Handling Record Keeping Accounting Internal Audit Financial Planning
Volunteer at non-profit organizations Build a network of contacts in the non- profit sector Complete an internship in a non-profit organization
Faculty
Employers
Opportunities
Strategies to Success
Universities and Colleges
Teaching Research Consulting Administration
Obtain a Ph.D. or DBA in Business Administration
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JOIN BAP EARLY FBIS For students interested in boosting their professional network and leadership development
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Students majoring in ACCT, FIN, or IS interested in joining Beta Alpha Psi when eligible
Complete registration and pay membership dues ($30) at www.ksubap.com
Attend one of our chapter meetings
Shannon Shumate: sshumat2@kennesaw.edu Amanda York: ayork23@kennesaw.edu Questions? Contact Co-Advisors
THE
CENTER INTERNAL AUDIT
Preparing students for a professional career in governance, risk, and controls, KSU’s program partners with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), leading corporations and advisory firms to grow an even better future profession.
STUDENT STEPS TO SUCCESS Take classes to earn the I nternal Audit Certificate – 3 required classes for accounting major (ACCT 3300, ACCT 4150, and ACCT 4550), plus 2 electives (ACCT 4152 and ACCT 4800). Sign up for IIA Student Membership Network with the best professionals during Student Day (Fall) and Awareness Day (Spring). Engage with IIA Atlanta Chapter (monthly meetings and case competition). KSU POINTS OF PRIDE IIA rated “Center of Excellence”, only one of 13 in the world. Most Certificates awarded annually in the world. IIA Atlanta Student Case Competition winner and runner up in 2021, 2022, and 2024. World class organizations engage and hire our students!
For more information, please contact iac@kennesaw.edu
MA CC ADVANTAGES The KSU MAcc offers many advantages to jumpstart your career in Audit/Advisory or Tax.
Two-semester, daytime, full- time program to move you forward, faster Built-in CPA Exam preparation and sitting fees designed into the course work to help you pass the CPA Exam while in school Cohort experience to build your professional network
AACSB-accredited – the premier international accreditation for colleges of business 100% job placement Professional executive coaching Networking opportunities
Join us for an information session or contact us to learn more
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MASTER OF ACCOUNTING PROGRAM AT KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATES GET
WITH A KSU MBA
MBA + ACCOUNTING CONCENTRATION
Prepare yourself to become a business leader and to become eligible for the CPA exam through a combination of core business and area-specific accounting courses. Students also receive a discount on the purchase of the Becker CPA review and prep courses.
The KSU Evening MBA – Accounting concentration provides working
professionals a path to prepare for the CPA exam while remaining currently employed.
PART-TIME FLEXIBLE AACSB-ACCREDITED
Apply by July 1st to enroll in Fall 2026.
Join us for an upcoming info session!
benefits of GSCPA STUDENT MEMBERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Through the Educational Foundation and Chapters, GSCPA awards scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 annually totaling around $100,000 in scholarships and institutional support yearly. DISCOUNTS ON CPA EXAM PREP MATERIALS The Georgia Society of CPAs works closely with a number of CPA exam review course providers to offer discounts to all student members on review courses and products. CAREER CENTER AT GSCPA.CAREERWEBSITE.COM Search available job opportunities for accounting professionals. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES As a student member, there are several opportunities to help with GSCPA events and around your campus. 15 LOCAL GSCPA CHAPTERS Great opportunities to network with local CPAs. Students can join chapters for free!
To join GSCPA as a student member, visit www.gscpa.org. Questions? Contact Callie Hammond at chammond@gscpa.org
13,000 members
$100,000 in scholarships awarded to Georgia students 15 local chapters 10 specialized interest communities
WHO WE ARE The Georgia Society of CPAs is the premier professional organization for CPAs in the state of Georgia. With nearly 13,000 members throughout the state, the purpose of GSCPA is to achieve excellence by providing superior advocacy, leadership, service, lifelong learning and personal and professional development opportunities. www.gscpa.org
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Get Involved
Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) The international honors society for accounting, finance, and information systems students. The KSU chapter is recognized as a Gold Chapter. Visit ksubap.com t o learn more Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA) Georgia’s leading CPA organization, offering advocacy, leadership, and career development. Connect early with their student membership. Visit join.gscpa.org to learn more
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
The international association is dedicated to providing social and educational opportunities in the field of fraud examination. Follow @theacfeatksu on Instagram to learn more
Internal Audit Center (IAC) The IAC educates students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, conducts scholarly activities, and engages with the internal audit profession. Visit the Internal Audit Center website to learn more
A professional organization advancing business tax education and supporting in-house tax professionals. Tax Executive Institute (TEI)
Become a student member today. Visit tei.org/join-tei to learn more
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Study Lounges on the Kennesaw and Marietta Campuses
• Honors Community Events • Small, Seminar Style Classes • Scholarship Opportunities
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