Computer-based CPA exam writers, reviewers needed.

PositionCertified public accountants - Brief Article

The Uniform CPA Examination is undergoing the process of conversion to a computer-based test, which will facilitate revision of the examination's content and assessment of skills to better reflect changes in the accounting profession. One of these revisions is the inclusion of simulations--or case-based problems--in the examination. Simulations will help assess a CPA candidate's knowledge, skills and readiness to practice in the accounting profession at the entry level.

We are now looking to amass a library of such simulations. To generate a sufficient number of simulations, the AICPA needs the help of many CPAs to act as writers and/or reviewers.

If you are a CPA who either supervises entry-level CPAs or is familiar with what is expected of entry-level CPAs--or can help identify members of your firm who meet these criteria--volunteer to become part of this important effort. We need creative individuals willing to act as content experts in accounting and reporting, auditing and attestation, taxation, and the general business environment (including information technology).

Volunteers are sought for two different types of commitment. The first will write content for two well-defined simulations modeled on those already developed by content experts. These simulations will be given to AICPA staff, who in turn will create two variations of each of the simulations. These variations will then be returned to the volunteer author for review and comment. The estimated time commitment for this effort is 8-10 hours for writing, and 2-3 hours for reviewing. Volunteers will be asked to submit the two simulations by the end of Apr./early May, and to review the variations by late May/early June. This process will be repeated again...

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