New research seeks to dive deeper in understanding students’ perceptions of and experiences with accounting to strengthen the accounting talent pool. Expanding the Accounting Profession Pipeline Download PDF The accounting profession continues to struggle to recruit students while simultaneously losing an unprecedented number of CPAs to retirement. Additionally, the profession faces a challenge...

Now in its fourth year, Accounting+ continues to engage students in unique, dynamic ways that increase awareness of and interest in accounting as an academic and professional pursuit. With the help of the Accounting+ network of partners, we continue to connect with students where they are – in classrooms and...

Increasing Diversity in the Accounting Profession Pipeline January 2022 Download PDF In January 2022, the Center for Audit Quality commissioned Edge Research to learn more about student awareness and perceptions of accounting in an initial study. An updated version of this student was conducted in July 2023. The most recent research can be...

The accounting profession is facing a dire situation as it continues struggling to recruit students while simultaneously losing an unprecedented number of CPAs to retirement. With U.S. Department of Education data showing declines in the number of students graduating with accounting degrees; AICPA’s most recent trends report showing declines in...

Driving Change through Transparency and Accountability Monday, March 22, 2021 The CAQ applauds our member firms for taking a critical next step in their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) journeys by providing greater transparency into their firm’s DEI metrics and practices. Tracking DEI metrics allows for greater understanding of the current...

In collaboration with Edge Research, the Center for Audit Quality released a new report exploring shifts in student perceptions of accounting and identifying messaging strategies to broaden the talent pool. The findings build on research conducted from 2021 to 2023 and offer key insights into today’s educational landscape. Washington D.C., April...

Dear Readers, For those who regularly engage with the CAQ and our content, you know that I like to state my outlook for the public company audit profession at the start of each year. While change in the profession has historically moved at a steady pace, the last couple of years...

Against the black and gold backdrop of the Pittsburgh Steelers, some inspiring conversations are taking shape. The Steelers Showcase, powered by Accounting+, is a series of events helping to educate curious high school students about accounting careers and the broader scope of the profession. From Acrisure Stadium to the UPMC Rooney...