Certified information technology professional exam offered.

Members interested in pursuing the Certified Information Technology Professional designation who need to take the CITP exam can sign up for the next exam, being offered now until Dec. 15. The exam will be given at Prometric Testing Centers nationwide.

This information technology credential is awarded to CPAs who specialize in IT strategic planning, implementation, management and business strategies. In just two years' time, more than 500 members have earned the credential, which serves as a bridge between business and technology, leveraging the CPA's strategic and general business skills.

The designation is based on a point system designed to capture newer and seasoned IT professionals. Candidates must meet a minimum requirement for business experience and lifelong learning, with an examination...