Accounting & Financial Organizations + Resources
Students are highly encouraged to explore the following Accounting & Financial organizations and resources within the industry. These organizations and resources offer students memberships that allow access to networking events, industry conferences, and other tools for success.
Events & Current News
Students are highly encouraged to participate in the following events hosted by the different Accounting & Financial Organizations (some events are not free and may require fees to attend):
- CALCPA-California Society of CPA’s: Students can sign up for FREE and start receiving the many benefits this professional accounting organization has to offer.
Organizations
- Business professionals standing against wallCalCPA California CPA Our mission is to increase the value and promote the integrity of the CPA profession; contribute to the success of our members; and strengthen client, employer, public and government trust in CalCPA member advice, work products and opinions.
- Business people collaboratingInstitute of Managerial Accounting (IMA) Managerial Accountants Belong at IMA This organization sets standards and regulations for the CMA (Certified Managerial Accountant). The Inland Empire chapter (IMAIE) holds monthly meetings at the Hilton in Ontario. There are other local (regional) chapters that might better fit your needs. Go to the IMA website to locate a local chapter near you. The IMA (IMAnet.org) organization is comprised of business professionals from all industries, including, banking, accounting, financial planning, academia, entrepreneurs, real estate, executive recruiters, etc. I highly recommend attending meetings to gain further information about this organization. It is an excellent networking opportunity for students with great benefits for members.
- two business women helping clientsAICPA American Institute of CPA's We are the American Institute of CPAs, the world’s largest member association representing the accounting profession. Our history of serving the public interest stretches back to 1887. Today, you'll find our 431,000+ members in 130 countries and territories, representing many areas of practice, including business and industry, public practice, government, education and consulting.
- Business people in meetingThe IIA The Institute of Internal Auditors Established in 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with global headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida, USA. The IIA is the internal audit profession's global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator. Generally, members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security.
