CPA – Certified Public Accountant vs Alternative Certifications

CertificationVendorLevel
CPA – Certified Public Accountant (this page) AICPA / NASBA Advanced
CFA Level I – Chartered Financial Analyst CFA Institute Beginner View →
CFA Level II – Chartered Financial Analyst CFA Institute Intermediate View →
CFA Level III – Chartered Financial Analyst CFA Institute Advanced View →
FRM – Financial Risk Manager GARP Advanced View →
CMA – Certified Management Accountant IMA Intermediate View →
ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA Intermediate View →