The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination is the most established
and recognized professional accounting designation. The benefits include
higher salary, increased confidence and competence, and recognition as
a member of an elite group of professionals. The opportunities available
to a CPA are positions in a government or not-for-profit organization,
a public or private company, or an accounting firm. No matter what
your career goals are, becoming a CPA can help you achieve them
faster.
As a CPA, you could specialize in Information Technology
Services, Financial Planning, Auditing, Estate Planning, Management
Accounting, Tax, and much more!
The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination is the most established
and recognized professional accounting designation. The benefits include
higher salary, increased confidence and competence, and recognition as
a member of an elite group of professionals. The opportunities available
to a CPA are positions in a government or not-for-profit organization,
a public or private company, or an accounting firm. No matter what
your career goals are, becoming a CPA can help you achieve them faster.
As a CPA, you could specialize in Information Technology
Services, Financial Planning, Auditing, Estate Planning, Management
Accounting, Tax, and much more!
Dr. Gleim has been helping candidates pass the CPA exam since 1966. Throughout his 40 years of CPA coaching experience, Dr. Gleim has seen and been involved with numerous changes to the CPA exam and the accounting profession. We are confident that our superior materials that utilize our Knowledge Transfer Systems will help you
PASS the first time.
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) prepares and grades the CPA exam to measure the professional competence in accounting, auditing, business law, and taxation. All of our products are in accord with the latest AICPA/NASBA disclosures regarding the CPA exam. Our 2010 Editions are shipping! Any accountant desiring to increase his/her salary and skill set should view our "Steps to Become a CPA."
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- Become knowledgeable about the exam, and determine which part of the exam you will take first.
- Purchase the Gleim CPA Review System (including books, Test Prep Software Download, Test Prep for Windows Mobile, Audio CDs, Gleim Online, Simulation Wizard, and access to a Personal Counselor) to thoroughly prepare for the CPA exam.
- Communicate with your Personal Counselor to design a study
plan that meets your needs. Call (800) 874-5346 or email CPA@gleim.com. - Determine which Board of Accountancy (i.e., state) to which you will
apply to sit for the CPA exam, then complete and submit the application
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- The Gleim System for Success -- Our System for Success helps you develop and implement a system for success for the CPA exam.
- Prepares you for the nondisclosed computer-based exam -- We solicit feedback from Gleim users following each exam, which helps us fine tune our study materials. NOTE: We are in total compliance with the AICPA guidelines. We do NOT accept any information about specific CPA questions (which is prohibited by the AICPA). We do, however, ask all Gleim users to tell us which topics in our study material need to be added, expanded, or deleted. Please email us after your exam.
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The Gleim CPA Review System includes books, Test Prep Software Download, Audio CDs, CPA Gleim Online, Test Prep for Windows Mobile, and access to a Personal Counselor for all 4 sections of the CPA exam. This system allows busy CPA candidates to optimize their
The Gleim CPA Review System includes books, Test Prep Software Download, Audio CDs, CPA Gleim Online, Test Prep for Windows Mobile, and access to a Personal Counselor for all 4 sections of the CPA exam. This system allows busy CPA candidates to optimize their
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Gleim Online is an interactive review program delivered over the Internet. You will have access to a Personal Counselor who can help you create a personalized study plan, and you can try it for FREE. Gleim Online is divided into four sections (one for each section of the CPA exam) and is available either by section or as a set. Order all 4 sections today and save 10%!
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The Gleim CPA Simulation Wizard focuses on the simulation questions found on each section of the CPA exam (except Business Environment & Concepts). These Online courses provide 20 practice simulations each in Auditing, Financial, and Regulation, as well as test-taking tips from Dr. Gleim to help you be in control.
The Gleim CPA Simulation Wizard focuses on the simulation questions found on each section of the CPA exam (except Business Environment & Concepts). These Online courses provide 20 practice simulations each in Auditing, Financial, and Regulation, as well as test-taking tips from Dr. Gleim to help you be in control.
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Gleim produces innovative Test Prep software designed to improve your study process and test your knowledge in an interactive environment. The CPA Test Prep Software Download can be purchased either by exam section, or as part of a set. We also include sample screenshots as well as a downloadable demo so you can try before you buy.
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Each Gleim CPA Review book covers a different section of the CPA exam and comes complete with answer explanations to facilitate learning. Our intuitively appealing presentations promote study discipline, while challenging questions and explanations facilitate learning and understanding. These review books are available per section or as part of a set.
Each Gleim CPA Review book covers a different section of the CPA exam and comes complete with answer explanations to facilitate learning. Our intuitively appealing presentations promote study discipline, while challenging questions and explanations facilitate learning and understanding. These review books are available per section or as part of a set.
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Each Gleim CPA Audio Review consists of a 30-minute (average) overview of each of the 80 Gleim Study Units. These audio reviews are ideal for studying on the go (such as while driving, working out, etc.). These reviews come complete with CPA prep tips about test-taking tactics and regulations and are designed to work either on their own or in coordination with our CPA books, Test Prep Software Download, and Gleim Online. Click the above link for a FREE MP3 Streaming Audio Review Demo.
Each Gleim CPA Audio Review consists of a 30-minute (average) overview of each of the 80 Gleim Study Units. These audio reviews are ideal for studying on the go (such as while driving, working out, etc.). These reviews come complete with CPA prep tips about test-taking tactics and regulations and are designed to work either on their own or in coordination with our CPA books, Test Prep Software Download, and Gleim Online. Click the above link for a FREE MP3 Streaming Audio Review Demo.
The AICPA has announced that they will be changing the CPA exam from the CBT format (which has been the testing format since 2004) to the CBT-e format. CBT-e means Computer-Based Testing - Evolution, and it is the culmination of several years of work by the AICPA.
The current CBT exam will be offered until November 30, 2010. Gleim will continue to provide materials for the current exam until it ceases to be offered by the AICPA. For more information on the current CBT format, click on the 2010 tab.
The new CBT-e exam will be offered beginning January 1, 2011. Following are some of the effects of the new CBT-e exam:
The current CBT exam will be offered until November 30, 2010. Gleim will continue to provide materials for the current exam until it ceases to be offered by the AICPA. For more information on the current CBT format, click on the 2010 tab.
The new CBT-e exam will be offered beginning January 1, 2011. Following are some of the effects of the new CBT-e exam:
- New Content Specification Outlines and Skill Specification Outlines
- Changes to the structure, scoring, and pricing of all sections
- Changes to the timing of certain sections
- The introduction of Task-Based Simulations, including a new release of Authoritative Literature and a new format to the Research task.
- The testing of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
The AICPA has announced that they will be changing the CPA exam from the CBT format (which has been the testing format since 2004) to the CBT-e format. CBT-e means Computer-Based Testing - Evolution, and it is the culmination of several years of work by the AICPA.
The current CBT exam will be offered until November 30, 2010. Gleim will continue to provide materials for the current exam until it ceases to be offered by the AICPA. For more information on the current CBT format, click on the 2010 tab.
The new CBT-e exam will be offered beginning January 1, 2011. Following are some of the effects of the new CBT-e exam:
The current CBT exam will be offered until November 30, 2010. Gleim will continue to provide materials for the current exam until it ceases to be offered by the AICPA. For more information on the current CBT format, click on the 2010 tab.
The new CBT-e exam will be offered beginning January 1, 2011. Following are some of the effects of the new CBT-e exam:
- New Content Specification Outlines and Skill Specification Outlines
- Changes to the structure, scoring, and pricing of all sections
- Changes to the timing of certain sections
- The introduction of Task-Based Simulations, including a new release of Authoritative Literature and a new format to the Research task.
- The testing of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
The current CBT exam will be offered until November 30, 2010.
If you are planning to sit for any section of the CPA exam in 2010,
Use the Gleim 2010 Edition CPA Review System if you will sit in 2010. Gleim will continue to provide materials for the current exam as long as it is offered by the AICPA.
The table below shows a breakdown of the current CBT exam.
If you are planning to sit for any section of the CPA exam in 2010,
- Purchase the Gleim 2010 Edition CPA Review System
- Send in your application to NASBA, and
- Schedule your test with Prometric ASAP!
Use the Gleim 2010 Edition CPA Review System if you will sit in 2010. Gleim will continue to provide materials for the current exam as long as it is offered by the AICPA.
The table below shows a breakdown of the current CBT exam.
| Section | Testlets | Time Allocation | Scoring Weights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auditing and Attestation (AUD) | 3, 30-question MCQ 2 Simulations | 4 hours 30 minutes | MCQs = 70% of total Simulations = 30% of total |
| Business Environment and Concepts (BEC) | 3, 30-question MCQ | 2 hours 30 minutes | MCQs = 100% of total |
| Financial Accounting and Reporting (FIN) | 3, 30-question MCQ 2 Simulations | 4 hours | MCQs = 70% of total Simulations = 30% of total |
| Regulation (REG) | 3, 30-question MCQ 2 Simulations | 3 hours | MCQs = 70% of total Simulations = 30% of total |
The new CBT-e exam will be offered beginning January 1, 2011.
If you are planning to sit for any section of the CPA exam in 2011 or later, you must be prepared for the new content and features of the CBT-e exam.
Gleim is developing materials that align with the new CSOs and reflect the structural, formatting, and aesthetic changes to the exam. You will be able to order these materials as early as October 29, 2010.
Select an exam section below to see a comparison between the current CBT and the new CBT-e exam.
Auditing and Attestation (AUD)
Business Environment and Concepts (BEC)
Financial Accounting and Reporting (FIN)
Regulation (REG)
COMING SOON: View the Gleim CBT-e Tutorial for in-depth coverage on what you need to know to be prepared for the CBT-e exam.
If you are planning to sit for any section of the CPA exam in 2011 or later, you must be prepared for the new content and features of the CBT-e exam.
Gleim is developing materials that align with the new CSOs and reflect the structural, formatting, and aesthetic changes to the exam. You will be able to order these materials as early as October 29, 2010.
Select an exam section below to see a comparison between the current CBT and the new CBT-e exam.
Auditing and Attestation (AUD)
Business Environment and Concepts (BEC)
Financial Accounting and Reporting (FIN)
Regulation (REG)
COMING SOON: View the Gleim CBT-e Tutorial for in-depth coverage on what you need to know to be prepared for the CBT-e exam.
If you have questions about how to complete the CPA exam in 2010 or if you would like more information on the new CBT-e exam, contact a Gleim Personal Counselor.
- Email: personalcounselor@gleim.com
- Call Toll Free: 800.874.5346, Ext. 498
- Call Local: (352) 375-0772
- Fax: (352) 375-6940, attn: Personal Counselors
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