Choosing the right career path is a significant decision, and for those inclined towards numbers and business, accounting offers a stable and rewarding profession. Accounting Career Programs serve as invaluable springboards, equipping aspiring professionals with the essential knowledge, exposure, and experience needed to thrive. Hear from alumni of impactful initiatives, and learn how these programs pave the way for success in the accounting world.
“ACAP was extremely beneficial to launching my career as a CPA and accounting professional. ACAP served as my first true exposure to African-American CPAs and business professionals within the accounting industry. The impact of ACAP has lasted long after my participation in the program, as I have been able to leverage relationships and knowledge obtained through ACAP to assist in my professional career. My overall experience with ACAP was tremendous as I was able to grow more as a person as well as develop skills outside of just accounting and finance. I would highly recommend any student interested in any aspect of business to participate in an ACAP!”
These programs offer critical exposure to the realities of an accounting career. Sydney Nelson, MPA, CIA, Director, Supplier Diversity at Advocate Health, highlights this perfectly:
“From my perspective, for one to truly validate the path to take, three things are needed: exposure, education, and experience. ACAP provided an opportunity for me to gain all three. Exposure to accounting as a future career path came to me in the summer of 2007, I was a participant in NABA Milwaukee’s version of ACAP. Receiving an introductory education to core accounting and business concepts gave me a leg up when I returned to my high school to complete accounting courses. I secured college internships through NABA. I had the opportunity to experience what “A Day in the Life” would look like. I walked away from ACAP knowing anything is possible. And while my only connection to accounting is through teaching courses part-time at a local university and through my involvement with NABA, I will continue to be an avid supporter of ACAP, its outcomes, and how it truly makes an impact on the future leaders of tomorrow.”
Accounting career programs are designed to provide not just theoretical knowledge but also practical insights and networking opportunities. They bridge the gap between academic learning and the professional world, setting students on a trajectory for a fulfilling and successful accounting career. For anyone considering a future in this dynamic field, exploring available accounting career programs is an essential first step towards achieving their professional aspirations.
