Professional Development
We invest in your development because your success is our success. Whether you’re sharpening technical skills, exploring leadership, or leveling up your business acumen, you’ll have the support to do it your way with KSM’s professional development resources.
A Career That Grows With You
At KSM, we support your development at every stage of your career. From internship through every new level of leadership, we provide the tools, mentorship, and flexibility to help you grow personally and professionally.
Explore Your Path. Define Your Future.
Our learning and development framework supports every stage of your journey:
- Technical training to keep your skills sharp
- Professional development to expand your impact
- Leadership programs to help you lead with confidence
- Flexible platforms and personalized pathways to fit your learning style
From interns to future partners, we empower every KSMer to explore their potential and take charge of their career.
We leverage the expertise of KSM’s internal subject-matter experts to lead technical and industry-focused training. When we can’t meet a need internally, we support employees in attending external conferences, forums, and seminars that align with their development goals.
We partner with top education platforms to provide convenient, on-demand learning options for all employees, including CPE credit where available.
LinkedIn Learning
Hundreds of courses qualify for CPE credit
LumiQ
Listen to real business leaders while earning CPE
Becker
Free access for KSM professionals preparing for the CPA exam
Becoming a CPA is a major milestone, and at KSM, we are with you each step of the way. We provide the tools, resources, and personalized support you need to succeed from your first exam to final licensure.
Here’s what you can expect:
- No-cost CPA exam prep materials (including Becker access)
- One-on-one CPA coaching and mentorship
- Financial bonuses for passing the CPA exam
- Paid study time so you can focus without added pressure
- Reimbursement of CPA licensing costs
- Partnerships with state CPA societies to provide networking, events, and support tailored to your region
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all training, so we offer curated academies to support skill-building, leadership growth, and business development at every stage.
KSM Academy
Focus: Technical tax and audit skills
Build your foundation, expand your expertise, and connect with peers.
Growth Academy
Focus: Business development
Learn about KSM’s “Three Dials” of growth and how to create impact through your client relationships.
IMPACT
Focus: First-time people leaders
Grow your confidence and capabilities as a new manager, whether you’re leading directly or indirectly.
Elevate
Focus: Leader of Leaders
Designed for those stepping into senior leadership roles, Elevate builds essential leadership behaviors to drive impact at the firm level.
Flexible by Design
At KSM, you can grow in the way that fits your life, and your goals. Learn on your schedule, at your pace, with support that never slows down.
We don’t just support learning, we champion it. If there’s something you want to learn or a skill you want to grow, we’ll help you find the path and clear the way.
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