The certificate program is designed for accounting and finance professionals of any size organization, from any industry interested in learning and applying data analysis techniques to help their organization make informed, data-driven business decisions. The participants are presented with a comprehensive model for understanding the life cycle of organizational data and are given a guided tour of the many tools available for integrating and analyzing data throughout its life cycle.

There is no prerequisite for the Data Analyst Certificate Program. You may opt to take any of the individual data analytics certificates that make up the Data Analyst Certificate Program. You will need prior knowledge in the subject area, or it is recommended that you complete the previous certificate in the series.

The program is a self-paced online format. There are assessments at the end of each module. Upon completion, you will be awarded a digital badge.

The courses in the USGAAP Certificate program will be classified as Accounting for purposes of granting CPE credits. As with other AICPA courses that are approved for other certifications, we fully expect the USGAAP Certificate courses will satisfy those requirements. To be certain, please check with the organization that issues your CMA, CIA or other certifications.

A digital badge is a validated, visual representation of your significant achievement with a specific description of the knowledge and skills you’ve achieved to earn it.

Digital badges are quickly becoming the global standard for recognising and publicising professional development. Sharing your digital badge with your social and professional networks (see “How do I share my badge?” below) helps you gain recognition for your achievement from clients, colleagues, and potential employers.

A digital badge strengthens the credibility and visually declares your commitment to quality. According to a recent LinkedIn study, profiles with certifications and badges receive six times the number of profile views. Watch this video(1:38) for an overview.

Once a digital badge’s specific criteria are met, you will be issued a digital badge approximately 15 business days or less. You will receive an email fromadmin@youracclaim.comwith instructions and a link to claim your badge on the Acclaim platform.

Once you’ve created an account on youracclaim.com and have accepted your digital badge, click on it and choose to “Share” to your choice of social media networks, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter or Xing. You can also include the digital badge in your e-mail signature, digital resume or your personal blog/website.

From the “Share” menu, choose the “Download Badge” option (downward arrow icon) to download the badge as a PNG file. Then, look for the link icon to link the PNG image to your verifiable badge. Or, copy the HTML code from the embed icon (left and right arrows with a forward slash in between them) and use that on your web page, blog or any platform that accepts HTML.

Important! For your badge to be verified and allow others to see your accomplishment, the badge must be linked through the Acclaim platform.

You can link multiple e-mail addresses to the Acclaim platform , so if your digital badge is delivered to your work e-mail, but your social media accounts are linked to a personal e-mail, it is a seamless experience to share your accomplishment. These instructions are also available here.

You can also watch this video (:40) on how to share your badge.

Your badge must be linked to your profile on the ACPA and CIMA Acclaim platform, which contains verified information.

Every digital badge has a unique URL that should be embedded in your social profile or website.

This badge doesnt expire

No, your digital badge is awarded to the name and email address you used to complete your purchase on the AICPA Store. If someone were to copy the badge it would not be linked and, therefore, unverified and invalid. If you notice misuse of your digital badge image or URL, please contact us atdigitalbadge@aicpa-cima.com.