The CPA Exam, or Certified Public Accountant Exam, is a professional licensing examination for accountants in the United States. It is administered by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and consists of four sections: Auditing and Attestation, Financial Accounting and Reporting, Regulation, and Business Environment and Concepts. Candidates must pass all four sections within an 18-month period to obtain their CPA license. To qualify for the CPA Exam, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, along with a specific number of credit hours in accounting and business courses. The exam is known for its rigor and requires thorough preparation, often involving study materials and review courses to help candidates succeed.