Getting involved in student and professional organizations is an excellent way of beginning to learn about different accounting careers, learning about job opportunities, building a professional network, and keeping up on current developments in accounting. Many professional organizations offer free or greatly reduced membership fees and access to local chapter meetings. Consider joining one or more of the following organizations to jump start your accounting career.

Student Dues Vary by status (new or returning). Information available at the beginning of each semester

Beta Alpha Psi is an international honorary organization that enhances the university educational experience by providing interaction with accounting, finance, and information systems professionals, conducting technical and personal development programs through campus, regional and national meetings, and promoting and encouraging community service. Beta Alpha Psi is a co-curricular experience with an established set of activity and program guidelines that if fulfilled bring great value to student candidates and members.

Student Affiliate Dues Free*
Credentials and Designations Certified Public Accountant (CPA Certification)
Note: The CPA license may only be granted by a state board of accountancy.
Chartered Global Management Accounting (CGMA)
Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF)
Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV)
Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP)

The American Institute of CPAs is the world’s largest member association representing the accounting profession, with more than 400,000 members in 145 countries, and a history of serving the public interest since 1887. AICPA members represent many areas of practice, including business and industry, public practice, government, education and consulting.

The AICPA sets ethical standards for the profession and U.S. auditing standards for private companies, nonprofit organizations, federal, state and local governments. It develops and grades the Uniform CPA Examination and offers specialty credentials for CPAs.

Student Dues $25.00*

For more than 60 years, Nevada Society of Certified Public Accountants (NVCPA) has worked to enhance the practice of accounting in Nevada through member services, support, and advocacy.

Student Member Dues $25.00*
Certifications Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

As a nonprofit, global membership association for IT and information systems professionals, ISACA is committed to providing its diverse constituency of more than 140,000 professionals worldwide with the tools they need to achieve individual and organizational success. The benefits offered through our globally accepted research, certifications and community collaboration result in greater trust in, and value from, information systems.

Student Member Dues $35.00* (Includes Membership in Las Vegas Chapter)
Certifications and Qualifications Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA)
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA)
Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL)

Established in 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with global headquarters in Altamonte Springs, Florida, USA. The IIA is the internal audit profession's global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator. Generally, members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security.

Student Member Dues $39.00*
Certification Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

IMA is the worldwide association of accountants and financial professionals working in business. We are committed to helping you–and our more than 70,000 members–to expand your professional skills, better manage your organization, and enhance your career.

Student Member Dues $25.00* (Electronic) or $175.00* (Standard)
Certification Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

The ACFE is the world's largest anti-fraud organization and premier provider of anti-fraud training and education. Together with more than 75,000 members, the ACFE is reducing business fraud worldwide and inspiring public confidence in the integrity and objectivity within the profession.

Student Member Dues $50.00*

The American Accounting Association is the largest community of accountants in academia. Founded in 1916, we have a rich and reputable history built on leading-edge research and publications. The diversity of our membership creates a fertile environment for collaboration and innovation.