Update on new path

Lisa6255 · May 2011

Yesterday I talked to my aunt and she said the degree in accounting isn't as necessary anymore, but getting a certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors would be a good idea. So that is awesome because it is way less time consuming and costly to do the certification than get a degree!

So I'll be off studying for my next set of exams, there are 4 parts and then you have to get a character reference from someone who is certified (my aunt can do that!) and then I'd have to get a signature from someone on my experience credentials which would have to be from my current boss :-p I've got time to work that out so I'm not so worried about it yet.

I'm so excited to start working on something that I know will pay off for me professionally! I've done various things in my jobs to advance my knowledge but they never advance my career- makes it seem kinda pointless doesn't it? Thanks to you all for your support! DH is behind me no matter what I want to do of course :-)

friendlyturner · May 2011

It sounds like you found a great alternative to the degree - good luck in your studies and keep us posted on your exam progress!

allioops414 · May 2011

That sounds great, Lisa!! I wish you the best of luck! I actually used to be a public accountant, and left that field because of the long hours and tedious boring work. BUT I worked for a big public firm doing tax returns. There are SO many types of jobs that accountants and auditors can do, and it makes a big difference. I'm sure your aunt can direct you to jobs that fit your "work life" balance...because I did not have that and that's why I left. Either way, yes, you will make good money

That's one big sacrifice I made when I left accounting for higher education. But to me, it was a good move. I know you will be happy with whatever you do

Good luck!

dasmel30 · May 2011

What awesome news! Sounds like it's a win-win for you. Good luck with your exams and keep us posted how they go!

Laurms15 · May 2011

Good Luck with the exams!!

Keep us posted on how they go!

TotallyLoCo · May 2011

Sounds great! Good luck! It sounds like getting certified will open up all kinds of career doors, have accounting expertise is sooo useful.

Lisa6255 · May 2011

Thanks ladies! I am glad to have a direction to go now for my career which might lead to having a variety of jobs which I can be useful and learn new things. I am tired of being so bored at work so much of the time! I am planning on ordering the study materials soon and get started :-)

Marick · May 2011

You go girl! Good luck!

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