Could This Be the Fix for the Accounting Talent Shortage?
Earning a CPA license requires 150 credit hours, deterring many students from pursuing accounting. On the Accounting Podcast, Dr. Sharon Lassar of the University of Denver proposes replacing the 150 hours with a “bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience” pathway to the CPA exam. Research shows this would increase candidate volume by 15% without lowering quality by removing an unnecessary time barrier. Lassar makes a compelling case for updating licensing based on facts, addressing concerns around impacts on graduate programs and cross-state mobility. Listen now to understand the 150-hour rule controversy and whether revising requirements could help reverse the talent shortage in the accounting profession.
The #1 City for Accountants and More Stories from The Accounting Podcast
Keeping up with the latest news in the profession can be challenging, but The Accounting Podcast makes it easy. In episode 352, my co-host David Leary and I break down need-to-know news, such as the top cities for accountants, how Donald Trump defrauded banks, tightened audit confirmation rules, the latest AI developments, and a surprising admission from a Deloitte CEO.
Making Sense of the Economic Noise with Liz Wilke in CPA Trendlines
Listen to "QuickBooks Online September 2023 Updates"
He Looks Like a Rapper But Runs a $2M Accounting Firm
Navigating AI's Role in Accounting with Joe Woodard
6 Myths About CPA Mobility And Substantial Equivalency
Soft Landing or Hard Fall? Assessing Recession Risks with Liz Wilke
From Bookkeeper to Marketer: My Journey, Content Tips, and Tech Tools
Thanks, Meryl Johnston, for having me on the Lifestyle Accountant Show! As an entrepreneur wearing multiple hats, I discussed how I manage my time across various projects and businesses, my transition from running a cloud bookkeeping firm to focusing on product marketing, and my approach to content creation and leveraging technology.