Varsity Tutors can help you on your journey to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) by setting you up with a comprehensive Buffalo CPA exam prep program. Becoming a CPA is a long and challenging process. Not only does it require a lot of studying and preparation, but you also need to complete what's known as the "Three Es": education, examination, and experience. As such, there's a lot of work that goes into becoming a CPA, which is why even top students enrolled in schools like Canisius College and the University at Buffalo have benefitted from additional study lessons. You can too by partnering with a private tutor or enrolling in a Buffalo CPA exam prep course that helps you sharpen your test-taking skills.
What concepts will be covered during the Buffalo CPA exam prep?
There are two methods of instruction you can choose from when registering for a CPA exam prep program: private tutoring or enrolling in an online prep course. While each method uses different techniques to engage students, they're both designed with the same overall goal in mind--to prepare people for the CPA assessment. As such, you can expect to cover all the same topics regardless of which type of exam prep you choose. Either way, you'll be able to review important concepts covered on the actual exam, like how state and local government influence regulations, business law, and the federal taxation of entities and individuals. Let's take a closer look at some of the content you can expect to review in an exam prep program.
Above everything else, the exam prep programs are designed to help you memorize key concepts covered on the exam. Everything from how information technology relates to accounting to the various principles of financial management will be covered in these programs. What's more, lessons aren't structured in a way that solely promotes memorization. You can also learn how to actually apply the concepts you've learned, which can help when taking the assessment and when working as an actual CPA.
The CPA exam is divided into four sections that you'll have to complete within an 18-month window. These sections are Auditing & Attestation, Business Environment & Concepts, Financial Accounting & Reporting, and Regulation. All four sections follow a similar format, offering a mixture of multiple-choice questions and task-based simulations. The Business Environment & Concepts section is the only one that has a written communication assessment. Because the CPA exam is a standardized test, it's common for students to struggle when preparing for it. You might not know what information to prioritize when studying, or the thought of taking a comprehensive assessment that's basically four individual exams may overwhelm you. Fortunately, a CPA prep program can help you sharpen your organizational skills and offer you tips to improve your study habits, in addition to providing you with additional insights that help you better prepare for standardized testing. That way, you've got a better chance of feeling calm and collected when it comes time to take the exam.
What are the benefits of the different types of Buffalo CPA exam prep?
Do you enjoy learning in a structured environment that combines lectures with in-class discussions? Then registering for an online Buffalo CPA exam prep class is your best bet. Here, you'll access detailed lectures over our Live Learning Platform, using video chat and virtual whiteboards to follow along with the instructor. Because you'll be learning with others preparing for the CPA exam, you also get the opportunity to hold debates and discuss important concepts in detail, which can increase your likelihood of remembering and understanding important principles.
If you'd rather learn through custom-tailored lessons that have been designed specifically for you, we can help you find a Buffalo CPA exam prep tutor. Private tutoring gives you more control over your lessons, which is great for focusing on key elements of the test. You can choose whether you want generalized lessons that help you prepare for the entire test, or you can devote your study time to a single section of the exam. You decide what your goals and expectations are, then your instructor will be able to build lessons to help you meet those goals.
How can I get set up with Buffalo CPA exam preparation?
Are you ready to experience a new way to study for the CPA assessment? Then let us help you reach your professional goals. All you need to do is contact Varsity Tutors and ask one of our educational consultants for more information about their Buffalo CPA exam prep options. From there, we can enroll you in the next available online course or help you find a private tutor who can work with you in a one-on-one setting.
MICHAEL: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
Translate my lifelong wisdom to others. My "bedrocks" are: integrity, lifelong learning, and an appropriate work/life balance. Helping others to help themselves is a core outcome of my "educational engagements," both in the classroom and one on one. Every number tells a story.
Education & Certification
- Canisius College - Bachelor of Science, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
- SUNY AT BUFFALO - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Real Estate License - New York
- Series 15 - Foreign Currency Options Exam
- AIFA - Applied Investment and Finance Analyst Certification Exam
- +118 subjects
Jonathan: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...From helping fellow students in high school with math to assisting graduate students with accounting as a TA, I understand the impact a good tutor can have not only on the bottom line grade but on overall confidence in a subject. Studying for the CPA exam (and scoring FAR-93, AUD-90, BEC-95, REG-94) puts me in a unique position to break complicated accounting subjects into their most basic components. Most of all I am genuinely passionate...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters in Business Administration, Taxation
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- CPA REG - CPA Regulation
- SAT
- ACT English
- +21 subjects
Shane: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...a Fortune 25 company in Atlanta, GA. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about accounting and math. While a grad student, I was a TA. All students that visited me in office hours received a higher score on their second exam than on their first exam. I have always said accounting is like a foreign language, and once you have a solid foundation, you can apply it everywhere. I...
Education & Certification
- Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Miami University-Oxford - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Professional Certifications
- +58 subjects
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I was once a single mother, full-time employee, and part-time student, all at the same time. I understand the struggles and how the pressures of school and not comprehending a specific topic can make you want to give up. My goal is to be the person who helps students realize they do not have to give up on their academic dreams and help them however possible.
Education & Certification
- Florida Atlantic University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- University of Phoenix-Atlanta Campus - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Business
- +13 subjects
Melinda: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...with anyone on this platform seeking exam help. Studying doesn't require all-nighters, nor should it be anxiety-provoking by default; so I share skills which I hope can spark a lifetime of easier learning. A perpetual honors student, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my bachelor's in Accounting from Towson University about 8 years ago; in which time, I have built a notable career in financial services taxation, GAAP accounting, financial leadership, and personnel training. In...
Education & Certification
- Towson University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- College Political Science
- CLEP
- CPA BEC - CPA Business Environment and Concepts
- +35 subjects
Chad: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with a passion for forensic and financial statement analysis. I currently work in the real estate and construction industry, offering litigation support and expert witness testimony services. I specialize in damages analysis and claims. I have undergraduate degrees in accounting and finance and a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a focus in forensic accounting. I am in the process of obtaining my Certification in Financial Forensics (CFF).
Education & Certification
- Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- PRAXIS
- PRAXIS Core Reading
- Middle School
- +82 subjects
Stephen: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
I find joy in helping students meet their educational needs and helping them succeed wherever their learning takes them. As Albert Einstein indicated, "Education is not the learning of facts but the training of the mind to think." To think about your thinking is the key to education and represents my goal as a tutor. You see, critical-thinking is the pathway to engaged learning.
Education & Certification
- Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Capella University - Doctor of Philosophy, Accounting and Business Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- SEE - Special Enrollment Exam
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +109 subjects
Sharon: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...20 years and have extensive experience in the accounting field. I am currently engaged in public accounting, but my knowledge base is bolstered by various private accounting experiences in small manufacturing companies, a regional bank, and a nonprofit organization. I have been teaching and training colleagues, staff, and clients for many years. I have discovered that it is a natural inclination for me and has become my passion, particularly encouraging younger staff members to excel....
Education & Certification
- Siena College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Accounting
- CPA BEC - CPA Business Environment and Concepts
- Professional Certifications
- +8 subjects
Jonathan: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
Education & Certification
- Berea College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- College Accounting
- Business
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- +22 subjects
Elijah: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Oxford Brooks - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Finance
- Accounting
- College Accounting
- +9 subjects
Kenneth: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...and continual education to improve and increase opportunities for achieving life goals. I have in excess of 35 years of experience in the business arena. I worked a total of 25 years with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation reviewing financial institutions total assets, liabilities, capital structure, policy and procedures, and met with management and the Board of Directors to discuss finding and practices that would improve their processes. I have a degree in Business Administration...
Education & Certification
- Bishop College - Bachelors, Business
- University of Phoenix - Masters, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Managerial Accounting
- Math
- Elementary School Math
- +11 subjects
Ted: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
I am a retired adjunct professor from West Virginia University of Parkersburg. I taught multiple business courses with college age and adult students.
Education & Certification
- Duquesne University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
- Duquesne University - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- CMA - Certified Management Accountant
- PMP
- Professional Certifications
- +16 subjects
Nabil: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...of the CPA exam. I came to this country 6 years ago and I had to repeat 4 years of college all over again but in different language. Hence, my native language is Arabic and I have an accent. I have been tutoring accounting since 2018, I started helping my friends and then I ended up tutoring various accounting material. Tutoring is what I really enjoy. Also, I have a unique way not only in...
Education & Certification
- University of North Florida - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Accounting
- Languages
- High School Accounting
- +19 subjects
Kayli Anne: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
- University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Study Skills
- Professional Certifications
- Python
- +64 subjects
Edward: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...engaging students that are willing to learn. When helping student achieve their desire to obtain a goal it has always been in my belief that no matter how difficult it has been they were able to obtain their goal. I obtained a BBA in Accounting at the University of Texas at El Paso. Started my Masters though not complete I had enough hours to sit for the CPA exam and passed it. Ready to pass!
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at El Paso - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- Cost Accounting
- +18 subjects
Sreenish: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
A Master's in Financial Analysis from Rutgers University. I have 7+ years of experience in Finance and Technology. Professional Skills: ------------------- Accounting (GAAP) Financial Planning & Analysis Technology (SQL, SAP, SAS, Tableau,R etc.) ERP P&L Management Budgeting & Forecasting Project Management (PMP, AGILE) Risk Management
Education & Certification
- SRES, Pune University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Master of Science, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- PMP
- CFA
- FRM
- +46 subjects
Carolyn: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Loyola University Maryland - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Financial Accounting
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- Business
- +13 subjects
Louis: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
...in assisting my family, running their retail business that has been in our family for over 70 years. I am a graduate of The University of Detroit Mercy with my undergraduate degree in accounting. In addition, I am also a graduate of the Stephen M Ross School Of Business at the University of Michigan with my masters in accounting. Although I have concluded my academic studies, I always consider myself a student of the business...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Personal Finance
- English
- Business
- +19 subjects
Shane: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
As a Licensed CPA and Accounting, Finance and Economics triple major from the University of Michigan, I seek to share my passion for learning with others. My experience in Big 4 tax and SEC reporting for a major bank gives my knowledge a real world background in addition to a conceptual one.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Dearborn - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Mac Basic Computer Skills
- CPA BEC - CPA Business Environment and Concepts
- +26 subjects
Christopher: Buffalo CPA test prep instructor
I am a graduate of a private accredited university with both my bachelor's and my master's of accountancy. I hold a CPA and also the CMA. I have taught middle through high school students as well as tutored for preparations on professional exams (CPA & CMA). I want to help anyone eager to learn to help accomplish their career, person, and scholarly goals in any way I can.
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English
- CMA - Certified Management Accountant
- +64 subjects