To give you an idea of how much youâre likely to make, hereâs a look at a little stage management salary* information Iâve managed to glean from the web and personal experience: 1  Stage Management Internships â $0.00/hr. 2  Equity Stage Manager Minimum â $10.67/hr.  Circus Stage Manager â $11.54/hr.
Get a bachelor's degree. Most states, with a few exceptions, require that CPAs have at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. These programs typically take four years to complete, and tuition and coursework will vary depending on the school.
When to Take the CPA Exam. CPA exam applicants now have the option to submit applications online or via print mail. First-time applications generally take 4 to 8 weeks to process. Deciding when to apply and sit for the CPA exam is the first step on your path to becoming a CPA. You have two options in deciding when to apply for the CPA exam: before or after graduation. Below we have outlined the timeline for each CPA exam scenario.