Professional Certifications

IT & Professional Certification Directory

Compare 3 credentials across cloud, security, networking, project management and data — exam focus areas, difficulty level, and salary context.

3 certifications
IIA · Accounting
The only globally accepted internal audit certification. Issued by IIA (theiia.org). Required for chief audit executives
Advanced $75K–$120K
CIMA / AICPA · Accounting
Issued by CIMA (cimaglobal.com), a division of AICPA. The world's largest professional body for management accountants.
Advanced £50K–£90K
AICPA / NASBA · Accounting
The gold standard in accounting issued by AICPA (aicpa-cima.com). Required to sign audit opinions in the US. Universally
Advanced $70K–$130K