Hi! I’m a 2Y MBA student in a T15 program. I will be going into strategy consulting at a Big 4 after graduation. Long term, I see myself in corporate finance or a strategic finance role. Is it worth it for me to pursue a CPA to get a better understanding of technical accounting knowledge?

For my state’s CPA requirements, I will need an additional 20 accounting credits (I have a B.S. in economics) so I was thinking of enrolling in Texas A&M’s online, part-time MS in Accounting for the structured, quality education and assistance with CPA exams prep. I’m a veteran, so fortunately, cost of education is covered.

Is this thought process of mine crazy? Is a CPA worth my time and effort? Will it widen my potential career opportunities?…