Becoming a CPA in Minnesota is a multi-step process. You must meet the education requirements, pass the CPA exam, pass an ethics exam, gain the required experience and then apply for a certificate. The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is a global association that serves the profession.
The CMA is an advanced licensure granted by the IMA, a worldwide assocation of accountants and financial professionals in business. The CMA certifies skills in financial planning, analysis, control, decision support and professional ethics.
The CIA is an advanced licensure granted by The Institute of Internal Auditors, an international association of professionals. CIA-certified accountants manage independent, objective, assurance-and-consulting activities.