Here are six study options for the Accreditation in Accountancy Exam

1. PASSING THE ABA EXAM
This flier gives you the techniques ABA Exam high scorers have used to pass the Accredited Business Accountant Exam. Click here for your copy.

2. A STUDY GUIDE FOR THE ABA EXAM
Preparing for the Accredited Business Accountant Exam can seem overwhelming. This Study Guide breaks down the ACAT Prep Book into Òbite-sizedÓ chunks making studying more easy. Click here for your copy.

3. ACAT PREPARATORY COURSE (various formats)

CPE: 10 (except for College Bookstore purchases)

Offered by: National Society of Accountants

Purchase:  Click here for NSA Order Information
Description:  : This comprehensive self-study course is a highly effective way to prepare for the exam. The course books encompass all the topics examined in Practice 1 and Practice 2. Practice 1 covers financial accounting statement preparation, presentation and reporting (5 hours of CPE). Practice 2 covers professional ethics, business law, consulting services and taxation (5 hours of CPE). The CPE hours are accepted by NASBA and the IRS.

4. PREVIEW EXAMINATION

CPE: None

Offered by:  ACAT

Description: A 200-question exam that exactly mirrors in format and topics the exam you will take. An answer key is provided so that you can grade it yourself and identify your knowledge strengths and weaknesses.

Pricing:  $40 for the full exam (Practice 1 and Practice 2)

              $25 for 100-question Practice 1 only

              $25 for 100-question Practice 2 only  

Purchase:  Please click here for Order Form.

ABA PREP COURSE: 2008 TAX UPDATE An essential part of the materials to study for the Accredited Business Accountant examination is the changes in tax laws made during 2008. NSA will begin including an updated version of the Taxation chapter beginning in late February 2008. The Taxation materials will be available here for free download beginning at that time. 5. IRS PUBLICATIONS ACAT recommends you download and study the following IRS Publications as you prepare for Practice 2. All publications are available in downloadable format at www.irs.gov. IRS Highlights of 2005 Tax Changes (March 2006) IRS Instructions for Form 1120-S (2006) IRS Instructions for Form 2553 IRS Publication 17 – Your Federal Income Tax (2006) IRS Publication 334 – Tax Guide for Small Business (2006) IRS Publication 521 – Moving Expenses (2006) IRS Publication 525 – Taxable and Nontaxable Income (2006) IRS Publication 527 – Residential Rental Property IRS Publication 535 – Business Expenses (Modified December 2006) IRS Publication 538 – Accounting Periods and Methods (Rev. March 2004) IRS Publication 541 – Partnerships (Rev. February 2006) IRS Publication 542 – Corporations (Rev. November 2004) IRS Publication 553 – Highlights of 2005 Tax Changes (March 2006) IRS Publication 600 – State and Local Sales Taxes IRS Publication 925 – Passive Activity and At-Risk Rules IRS Publication 970 – Tax Benefits for Education (Rev. January 2007) IRS Publication 972 – Child Tax Credit (2006) IRS Publication 3402 – Tax Issues for Limited Liability Companies IRS Publication 4492 – Information for Taxpayers Affected by Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma (Jan. 2006) 6. ABA LIVE CRAM COURSE CPE: None Offered by: Affiliated State Organizations of the National Society of Accountants Description:  A live, two-day course sponsored by an Affiliated State Organization of the National Society of Accountants. A facilitator interacts with the videos and students.  The ABA Preparatory Course (written manual) is usually used as well.