Next ABV exam being given November 10 through December 13.

The AICPA's Accredited in Business Valuation Exam is scheduled for Nov. 10 through Dec. 13. Registration for the exam will begin in July 2008 and last through Oct. 31. The exam registration fee is $550 for new registrants. To find out more, go to the FVS Web site at http://fvs.aicpa.org/ Community/The+ABV+Examination.htm.

CPAs who have earned the ABV credential have demonstrated the necessary knowledge, skills and competence to perform the highest-quality valuation services in the marketplace. AICPA support for CPA/ABVs includes marketing guidance, timely information and news, tools and online resources, among other things, so members can start and grow a valuation practice.

The AICPA offers two types of exam-preparation courses during the year:

* A week-long AICPA-hosted BV School. Because of the growing demand for these informative sessions, the AICPA has increased the number of sessions offered...