An affidavit is a written statement made under oath before an officer of the court, a notary public, or another person legally authorized to certify the statement.
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, non-profit organization that oversees the development of voluntary consensus standards for products, services, processes, systems, and personnel in the United States.
An appraiser is a person qualified to estimate the value of a business, real property, or personal property. The profession requires knowledge, expertise, and, often, certification.
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is one of the largest and most prestigious professional accountancy bodies in the world, with over 140,000 members in 170 countries, known for its rigorous certification process and global standards.
The Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) is an organization established to encourage and promote the study and practice of treasury management in companies. Despite being relatively small compared to professional accounting bodies, it has made a significant impact in corporate treasury management.
Identification of a bond certificate as having been issued under a specific indenture, thus validating the bond. Also, legal verification of the genuineness of a document, as by the certification and seal of an authorized public official.
Certification is the act of confirming formally as true, accurate, or genuine. It often signifies that an individual or organization has met predetermined standards or qualifications.
A Certified General Appraiser is a professional authorized to appraise any type of property under the appraiser certification laws adopted by most states in the early 1990s.
A Chartered Certified Accountant (CCA) is a highly qualified financial professional, recognized by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), equipped to audit company accounts, with a robust training background in various sectors.
The Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIIA) is a professional body dedicated to the development, promotion, and regulation of internal auditors around the world.
The abbreviation IIA stands for the Institute of Internal Auditors, a global organization focused on advancing the internal audit profession through education, certification, and advocacy. The IIA is instrumental in defining internal audit standards, providing resources, and fostering the growth and development of internal auditors worldwide.
A licensing examination is a test given to a prospective licensee to determine their ability to represent the public and demonstrate proficiency in a particular professional field.
A global professional association that supports the business valuation, litigation consulting, and fraud deterrence disciplines within the CPA and professional business advisory communities.
The 'Seal of Approval' is a certification granted by organizations such as Good Housekeeping Institute or Underwriter's Laboratories. This certification indicates that a product has undergone rigorous testing and has met the specific standards set by the granting organization, assuring consumers of product quality, safety, and reliability.
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) is a private organization that performs a wide range of product safety tests on fire-protective equipment, electric and heating appliances, wiring, and building materials. The organization certifies products for safety standards and labels them accordingly after successful testing.
