CPA Examination CSOs/SSOs
Overview :
The AICPA Board of Examiners (BOE) has approved and adopted the following content specification outlines (CSOs) for the four sections of the computer-based Uniform CPA Examination: Auditing & Attestation, Financial Accoun
Published on January 05, 2012
CPA Exam CSOs-SSOs Effective January 2013
Publication :
This version of the CSOs-SSOs is effective on January 1, 2013. The AICPA Board of Examiners (BOE) has approved and adopted the following content specification outlines (CSOs) for the four sections of the computer-based Uniform CPA Examination: Auditing & Attestation, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Regulation, and Business Environment & Concepts.
Published on December 06, 2011
Practice Analysis 2008
Article :
Access information on the Uniform CPA Examination Practice Analysis 2008 documents and background materials.
Published on October 26, 2011
CPA Exam Policy on New Pronouncements
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Accounting and auditing pronouncements are eligible to be tested on the Uniform CPA Examination in the testing window beginning six months after a pronouncement's effective date, unless early application is permitted.
Published on October 26, 2011
CPA Exam CSOs/SSOs Effective 7.1.11
Whitepaper :
The CSOs/SSOs outline portions of the content specifications identify the extent of the technical content to be tested on each of the four sections of the Uniform CPA Examination. Effective July 1, 2011.
Published on May 16, 2011
The Development of Examination Content - in Brief
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The content of the Uniform CPA Examination is developed in an extensive and integrated process. At each step in the process expertise in various disciplines is applied to ensure that the test materials are accurate and appropriate for use on the CPA Exam.
Published on January 11, 2011
2008 Practice Analysis Technical Report
Report :
The Board of Examiners requested that the AICPA initiate the conduct of a new study to update the previous practice analysis conducted in 2001. The study is designed to describe the important tasks performed by entry-level CPAs and the knowledge and skills required for competent performance. Additionally, it will provide
Published on July 02, 2010
Appendices (2008 Practice Analysis Technical Report)
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Appendices (2008 Practice Analysis Technical Report) published December 2008.
Published on July 02, 2010
The Uniform CPA Examination Development, Delivery, and Administration
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The content of the Uniform CPA Examination is developed in an extensive and integrated process. At each step in the process expertise in various disciplines is applied to ensure that the test materials are accurate and appropriate for use on the CP
Published on June 15, 2010
Exposure Draft Responses & Comments (December 2008)
Report :
Stakeholder responses to the 2008 Exposure Draft, Proposed Content and Skill Specifications for the Uniform CPA Examination.
Published on May 21, 2010
Exposure Draft Proposed Content and Skill Specifications for the Uniform CPA Examination
Exposure Draft :
The AICPA Board of Examiners (BOE) is pleased to present the attached Exposure Draft, Proposed Content and Skill Specifications for the Uniform CPA Examination, for your consideration and comment. These newly revised content and skill specifications are a product of the 2008 Practice Analysis.
Published on May 20, 2010
Appendices (2008 Practice Analysis Technical Report)
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Appendices (2008 Practice Analysis Technical Report) published December 2008.
Published on May 20, 2010
AICPA Board of Examiners (BOE) Practice Analysis 2008 Oversight Group (PAOG)
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AICPA Board of Examiners (BOE) Practice Analysis Oversight Group (PAOG) Roster
Published on March 18, 2010
Uniform CPA Examination Practice Analysis 2008 Bibliography
Report :
2008 Practice Analysis Bibliography. The practice analysis provides a way to evaluate the knowledge, tasks, and skills required of CPAs entering the profession, determine the feasibility and resources required for assessment, and develop a blueprint documenting the content, skills, length and time of the examination.
Published on March 18, 2010
Comment Summary - Improving the Uniform CPA Examination 2007
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Response summary for the Invitation to Comment; Improving the Uniform CPA Examination (2007). There was a total of 82 responses to the survey; including 25 from State Boards of Accountancy and 11 from Groups & Organizations.
Published on March 18, 2010