The Sarbanes-Oxley Trained Professional (SOTP) course, developed exclusively for the Management and Strategy Institute, is designed to give you a solid understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act which was passed in 2002. This act was created to address unethical financial maneuvers of publicly traded companies like Enron and Worldcom.
The Sarbanes-Oxley Trained Professional (SOTP)® course training and certification test are done 100% online, allowing you to train when it is convenient for you.
Frequently asked questions:
Can I get this certification through another company?
No, the Management and Strategy Institute holds US Trademark Reg. No. 4,253,187, and is the only company authorized to certify individuals as Sarbanes Oxley Trained Professional (SOTP)® certified.
Are there prerequisites?
No, this course includes all training material required to pass the test. It is designed for beginners with no experience with Sarbanes-Oxley.
Is the Sarbanes-Oxley certification test difficult?
The training material included with your purchase contains all the information you need to pass the certification test. As long as you study the material closely, you will be able to pass the test. You are given three separate attempts to pass the test without any additional charge. You are allowed to reference your personal notes during the test; however, the test is timed, so you will not have much time to look up answers to questions. It is very important that you study and understand the material prior to taking the test, or you will not pass.
How in-depth is the training?
The Sarbanes-Oxley Trained Professional (SOTP)® course is not designed to make you an expert on all facets of the Act. As you can see from the Sarbanes Oxley Table of Contents, the full act is quite long and complicated. This professional development course was designed to teach someone with little to no knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley about the key provisions within the act. Many executive jobs today require that their employees have at least a basic understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley.
How long is the training course?
The training course is self-paced. The time to complete and fully comprehend the material will vary with every individual. It may take several days or weeks of study before you feel comfortable to take the final test. You may take the final exam as soon as you're ready. You have one year from the date of purchase to complete the course.
Is the test proctored?
No, the test for the Sarbanes-Oxley course is not proctored. It is timed, with a limit of two hours. You may take the test online, from home or work, whenever you are ready.
Professional Competency Units (PCU):
Participants who successfully complete this certificate program will receive 20 Professional Competency Units (PCUs) from MSI.
What will I receive after I pass my test?
You will be mailed a Certificate of Completion, as well as a letter of congratulations and two copies of our training verification letters, which you can give to employers who request such verification. The certificate is heavy-stock, cream paper suitable for framing.
May I use the Sox Logo on my resume?
Yes, once you've passed your certification test, you may use one of our logos on your resume, Linkedin profile, and business cards.
How would I list this certification on my resume?
Certifications are generally the last item listed under the education section of your resume. List them directly beneath your college information in this format:
Certifications:
Management and Strategy Institute
- Sarbanes-Oxley Trained Professional (SOTP)