The Fundamental Purpose of the AICPA
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants is the national, professional organization for all Certified Public Accountants. Its mission is to provide members with the resources, information, and leadership that enable them to provide valuable services in the highest professional manner to benefit the public as well as employers and clients.
In fulfilling its mission, the AICPA works with state CPA organizations and gives priority to those areas where public reliance on CPA skills is most significant.
AICPA OBJECTIVES
(The major areas of activity to pursue in carrying out the Institute's mission.)
To achieve its mission, the Institute:
A. Advocacy
Serves as the national representative of CPAs before governments, regulatory bodies and other organizations in protecting and promoting members' interests.
B. Certification and Licensing
Seeks the highest possible level of uniform certification and licensing standards and promotes and protects the CPA designation.
C. Communications
Promotes public awareness and confidence in the integrity, objectivity, competence and professionalism of CPAs and monitors the needs and views of CPAs.
D. Recruiting and Education
Encourages highly qualified individuals to become CPAs and supports the development of outstanding academic programs.
E. Standards and Performance
Establishes professional standards; assist members in continually improving their professional conduct, performance and expertise; and monitors such performance to enforce current standards and requirements.
Note: The Mission Statement was revised by the Strategic Planning Committee and approved by the Board of Directors in November 1995.
AICPA Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2009-2011
The AICPA Strategic Plan was developed in collaboration with the AICPA Board of Directors, senior management, the strategic planning committee, volunteer leadership, state societies, and staff. It reflects a comprehensive assessment of the social, economic, technological, political, and regulatory forces affecting the profession today and driving change for the future. As a blueprint for success, the plan underscores the Institute’s commitment to enhancing resources, information, and leadership to help CPAs provide valuable services that benefit the public, employers, and clients.