Opinion
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A New Exam for a Changing Profession
Say goodbye to the pencil-and-paper CPA exam. The last such exam is set for November. Come spring 2004, a new…
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Worldwide Accounting Irregularities
When accounting irregularities at the giant companies of Enron and WorldCom were reported in the U.S., many people believed that…
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Developing the brand from the inside out
For a long time external and internal communication was placed in separate boxes with the belief that communicating with customers…
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Build Rapport Within Your Network
Chances are you're constantly hearing about the importance of networking when you're looking for a job or planning a career…
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Interpretation of accounts
Interpreting financial statements usually includes comparison — that of one company with another or for the same company over a…
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Monte Carlo – it's not just gambling
Recent events have increased interest in the accuracy, reliability, and honesty of financial statements. This attention already has led to…
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XBRL drives reporting revolution
Extensible business reporting language (XBRL) is helping to revolutionise the way business results are communicated and boost the drive to…
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Gearing
Gearing, or leverage, describes the mix of long-term corporate funding provided internally (by shareholders) to that contributed externally (by lenders).…
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Evaluating Whether to Move for a Job Opportunity
In a competitive job market, immediately jumping at the next employment opportunity can be tempting, even if it requires relocation.…
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How do internal auditors add value?
Characteristics common to top-rated audit shops help to shed light on the nebulous concept of adding value. The definition of…
