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Season 3 Episode 5: International CPA Exam Candidates FAQs

Curious about the steps for international students to earn a U.S. CPA? This episode covers everything from education requirements and application guidance to new licensure pathways and where you can take the CPA Exam. Get expert advice on practical tips, resources, and new tools—like the NASBA CPA Mobile App—to help you succeed from anywhere in the world. This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Sr. Manager CPA Candidate Engagement, AICPA) who is joined by guest, Kyle Barrier (Associate Director of International Evaluation Services at the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy). Bonus resources: Be sure to check out… • https://www.thiswaytocpa.com/segmented-landing/international-licensure/ • https://nasba.org/products/nasbainternationalevaluationservices/ • https://nasba.org/nasba-cpa-mobile-app/ • https://nasba.org/internationalexam/ • https://nasba.org/blog/2025/07/01/new-licensure-pathways/ For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here. Check out AICPA student webinars here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here. CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here. Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here. 2026 Listener Survey

Season 3 Episode 4: CPA Exam Resilience and Rebounds

In this episode, we explore the power of perseverance through failure. An aspiring CPA shares candid insights on navigating setbacks, regrouping, and coming back stronger in his career journey. Whether you're facing a setback or supporting someone who is, this episode offers inspiration, strategies, and a reminder that failure isn't the end—it's part of the path forward.   This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Senior Manager CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Thamir Kazwini (aspiring CPA). For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.  Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.  CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here. Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.  2026 Listener Survey

Season 3 Episode 3: TCP Unpacked: Navigating the Tax Discipline

Are you ready to tackle the most complex tax scenarios on the CPA Exam? This episode unpacks the TCP (Tax Compliance and Planning) discipline's structure, content areas, and expert strategies for mastering tax compliance, planning, and simulations.   This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Irina Moyseyenko (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA).   For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.  Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.  CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here. Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.  2026 Listener Survey

Season 3 Episode 2: Raising the BAR: All about the BAR Discipline

Explore the Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR) discipline of the CPA Exam, where data-driven decision-making meets financial storytelling. This episode breaks down key content areas like financial statement analysis, technical accounting, and data analytics to help candidates prepare with confidence.   This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Randi Lockhart (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA).   For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.  Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.  CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here. Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.  2026 Listener Survey

Season 3 Episode 1: From Systems to Success: ISC for CPA Candidates

Discover key strategies for mastering the Information Systems and Controls (ISC) discipline of the CPA Exam in this episode. Tune in for expert guidance on exam structure, study tips, and practical advice to help you succeed in IT audit, risk management, and advisory topics.   This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Rob Tangen (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA). For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.  Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.  CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here. Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.