Professional Knowledge

Professional Knowledge

Misty Lambou

GEN 200

February 7, 2011

Denise Juanico

Professional Knowledge

Long gone are the days when a basic academic education was enough for anyone to remain employed in their field of choice. The world is expanding everyday and so is the available knowledge on any subject. Technology is also changing the rules of how we live and run our businesses. These days it is important to keep up with the latest trends, laws, and procedures. The best way to do that is to join and remain active in a professional organization or association.

The American Accounting Association is an organization for persons interested in education and research in accounting (American Accounting Association , 2010). The AAA has been around since 1916 and has members around the world. This organization focuses on the educational aspects of accounting and strives to keep its members up to date with everything from laws to practices.

Belonging to a group of this nature can only have a positive effect on one’s career. Laws and practices are changing everyday in our society, especially in the field of accounting. By participating in this type of organization it is possible to have access to new information in a timely manner. This means not only will one stay on top of their game but will also remain compliant with any applicable laws. Accounting can be a slippery slope to traverse; but by having the latest information and remaining aware of the latest trends, the impact to one’s career can be nothing but positive (and keep one out of prison.)

Professional organizations and associations should be a valued resource for every person regardless of what field they find themselves working in. Continuing to keep an updated knowledge base of all practices, procedures, and laws will help to maintain a solid standing in the work force.

Bibliography

American Accounting Association . (2010). Retrieved February 2011, from http://aaahq.org/index.cfm