Students mostly from Commerce streams are interested in CA as it originated from Accounts which they have studied in 11th and 12th. There are courses related to Accountancy at different levels for different durations.
At every level there is a difference in the perspectives, ideas behind the courses and for the target students. The short terms courses are designed mostly in a self paced manner so that every individual can easily have access to the courses.
The table gives a brief outline about different levels of courses :
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| Diploma & PG Diploma Courses |
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| Bachelor CA Courses |
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| Master CA Courses |
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| Doctorate CA Courses |
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- After the courses at different levels, there are options for different types of job depending on one’s talent and skill.
- The duration of these courses varies from level to level. The certificate and diploma courses are of short duration but the UG, PG and Ph.D are of long duration.
- Certificate programs related to the CA can be as short as a few hours and can even run up to 1 year.
- Many online platforms offer CA Courses with zero fees also.
After graduating, students of CA Courses get jobs like Software Developer, Data Analyst, System Analyst, Cost Accountant, Manager, etc. The average salary for these roles ranges from INR 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 in India.
CA Courses: Highlights
Since CA Courses can be pursued at UG, PG and as short term certifications, these courses help the students to enhance their employability. Below are the highlights of different CA Courses offered in India.
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| Online Courses | Available |
| Types of Online Courses | edX, Coursera, Udemy, etc. (Includes Paid and Unpaid courses) |
| Top Job Prospects | Assistant Managers, Accountant, Tax policy Analyst, Assistant Manager, Insurance Agent, Finance Manager, Accounting Manager etc. |
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As you might have a little idea about each kind of CA course by now, let’s discuss them in detail one-by-one.
Certificate CA Courses
The certificate courses of CA help to understand the basic foundation of accounting, the accounting principles, including learning about the cost control and financial statements. It just provides an overview of the consumers and business behavior.
- Both online and offline courses are available for this.
- Offline courses are based on cost accounting and also on topics related to accounting like on finance and commerce.
Those students who are looking for short-term Courses after 10th and 12th should opt for certificate CA Courses.
After completing the course, one can find a job as an Accounts Assistant, Banker, Financial Analyst, Financial Controller etc with an average salary of INR 2,00,000 - INR 4,00,000.
Online CA Course Certificates
The table below shows some of the best CA course certificates available online on different platforms.
| Certificate Name | Provider | Duration | Fees |
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| Introduction to CA | Coursera (Coursera Project Network) | 2 hours | Free |
| Managerial Accounting Fundamentals | Coursera (University of Virginia) | 13 hours | Free |
| Accounting Essentials | edX ( Imperial Business X) | 6 weeks | Free (Add a Verified Certificate for INR 5,897) |
| Accounting for Decision- Making | edX ( IIMBx) | 6 weeks | Free (Add a Verified Certificate for INR 5,897) |
| Managerial( Cost) Accounting For Beginners | Udemy | 3.5 hours | INR 480 |
| CA and Financial Management- A Complete Study | Udemy | 38 hours | INR 420 |
| Certificate in Cost Accountancy | Vskills | 60 minutes | INR 2,499 |
| CA Course | WallStreetMojo | 15 hours | INR 2,999 |
| CA | Swayam ( NPTEL) | 4 weeks | Free |
Various other courses are also provided by different providers which include Algorithms, Financial, and Management etc.
Offline CA Course Certificate
Many institutes and training centers also offer CA course certificates through classroom methods of teaching.
| Certificate Name | Colleges Offering | Duration | Average Fees |
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| Certificate in Accounting Technicians (CAT) | The Institute of Cost Accountants of India | 45 days | INR 9,800 |
| Certificate Course in Finance Accounting and Taxation (CCFAT) | Nalbari Commerce College, AKB Institute of Finance and Management, Council of Education and Development Programmes | 1 month - 6 months | INR 12,000 |
| Certificate in Accounting | The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, University of Mumbai, Himalayan University | 6 months - 1 year | INR 35,000 |
How are Admissions in Certificate Programs of CA Courses Done?
Admissions in the CA certificate courses are done on the basis of merit.
- Some institutions may ask for 12th or graduation (B.Com/ BAF/BBI) and students having a basic understanding of accounts are desirable for the course.
- In case of offline certificate programs, colleges give admission based on merit basis. Your score in Class X or XII (as applicable) will be considered in such a case.
Colleges for Online CA Certificates Course
| Times Higher Education Global Ranking 2020 | College Name | Location |
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| 117th | University of Virginia | United States |
Colleges for Offline CA Certificates Course
| CD Rating | College Name | Location |
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| 7.0 | University of Mumbai | Mumbai |
| 7.2 | Nalbari Commerce College | Assam |
| 8.1 | The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education | Hyderabad |
| 8.6 | Himalayan University | Arunachal Pradesh |
| - | The Institute of Cost Accountants of India | Kolkata |
Diploma and PG Diploma CA Courses
There are some Diploma and Post Graduate Diploma Courses available for CA and other related subjects as well. Students after 12th or graduation are eligible for these courses.
- Diploma courses offer specific knowledge about the financial statement, interpretation and analysis, cost control and analysis, budgeting and profit planning, quality management etc.
- PG Diploma courses cover topics like accounting operations, patterns, merges of public holding companies, foreign currency operations, etc.
Students who are interested in getting a job quickly most go for these courses as these are professional courses which help one to learn the skills fast.
The average salary after diploma courses is around INR 1,00,000 to 4,00,000 in India through different job profiles like Auditor, Accountant, Finance Manager, Accounts Manager etc.
Top Diploma CA Courses
Some of the popular diploma courses which can be pursued in the field of CA are given below.
| Diploma Name | Colleges Offering | Average Fees |
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| Diploma in Advance CA ( DACA | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University | INR 1600- INR 2200 |
| Diploma in Accounting and Finance | Amity University, Pondicherry University, GD Goenka University | INR 13,000 - 1,20,000 |
| Diploma in Accounting Management | All India Institute of Public and Physical Health Sciences, Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University, Kota Open University | INR 1,000 - 10,000 |
Top PG Diploma CA Courses
PG Diploma courses are pursued after one has completed his or her graduation or some diploma course. Both should be in the related field only.
Duration of the courses can be 1 to 2 years.
Some of the top PG Diploma CA Courses in India are given below.
| PG Diploma Name | Colleges Offering | Average Fees | Mode |
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| PG Diploma in Accountancy | Indian Institute of Finance and Accounts, University of Jammu, TKWs Institute of Banking and Finance | INR 11,000 - 5,00,000 | Offline |
How are Admission in Diploma and PG Diploma CA Courses Done?
Admission for Diploma courses and PG Diploma is mostly done on the basis of merit.
- For the Diploma courses, merit of Class XII score is considered, while Graduation score is considered for PG Diploma.
- In the case of a few Diploma PG Diploma courses, admission is done through entrances conducted by the institutions like GD Goenka University.
- Otherwise the admission process is done on the basis of merit generated by the institutions.
Entrance test for Diploma courses on CA
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Registration starts | Exam Date | Mode |
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| GATA | GD Goenka University | TBA | TBA | Offline |
| MP- VYAPAM DAHET | MP Vyapam animal husbandry entrance exam | April 13 - 20, 2020 | July 4 , 2020 | Online |
| AP-DEECET | Andhra Pradesh government | May 21 - June 10, 2020 | July 23 - 24 2020 | Online |
Top Colleges for Diploma and PG Diploma CA Courses
Colleges for Diploma CA Courses
| NIRF Ranking 2020 | College Name | Location |
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| 37th | Amity University | Noida |
| 58th | Pondicherry University | Pondicherry |
| 151-200 | Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda | Vadodara |
| - | GD Goenka University | Gurugram |
| - | NIIT | Rohtak |
Colleges for PG Diploma CA Courses
| NIRF Ranking 2020 | College Name | Location |
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| 90th | University of Jammu | Jammu |
| - | TKWs Institute of Banking and Finance | Delhi |
| - | IIS University | Jaipur |
| - | Indian Institute of Finance and Accounts | Pune |
Bachelor CA Courses
For CA there are courses under commerce and Management domain for Accountancy and other related subjects as well. These courses are designed in a way that it provides proper theoretical knowledge about the courses where topics are related to Business Economics, Business Organization, Business Law, Business Communication and others as well.
- The duration of bachelor CA Courses is from 3-4 years.
- Bachelor or UG courses come in both General and Specialization form.
- Admissions in most of these courses are done through entrance exams at national as well as state level.
Some of the colleges also provide placement after the course in different companies like Tata Consultancy, BSNL, NSIC, Genpact etc.
Graduates of CA Courses can expect an average salary of INR3- 8 lakhs in the beginning. And later can expect to a better level depending on their skills and experience acquired with time.
Top Undergraduate (UG) CA Courses
Undergraduate CA Courses are mainly provided through the Commerce and Management domain. Some of the courses are mentioned below.
| Course Name | Top Colleges | Average Fees | Domain |
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| BCom Accounting | Miranda House, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Hindu College | INR 1,267 - 40,000 | Commerce |
| BCom Professional Accounting | Vivekananda Global University, LPU, Bharath University | INR 4,500 - 82,500 | Commerce |
| BBA Accounting | KIIT School of Management, LPU, Chandigarh University | INR 30,000 - 9,15,000 | Management |
For CA and related courses, there are other general and specific courses in Commerce as well.
How are Admission in Bachelor CA Courses Done?
Admissions in bachelor Accounting Courses are done through both entrance exams as well as merit lists.
- Some of the top entrance exams for UG Accounting Courses include BHU- UET, DUET, CU-ET etc.
- Entrance exams are followed by counseling and interviews as well for the admission procedure.
- Although there are some universities that follow the merit based system for the admission of B.Com courses.
Students need to have completed their Class XII from a school affiliated to a recognized board, and should have also obtained a minimum of 50% marks.
Bachelor CA Courses Entrance Exams
The table below gives details of exams considered for admission in UG CA Courses in India.
| Entrance Exam | Conducting Body | Registration Date | Exam Date | Exam Mode |
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| BHU UET | BHU | January 2020 | September 9 - 14, 2020 | Offline |
| DUET | Delhi University | June 20 - August 31, 2020 | September 6 - 11, 2020 | Online |
| CUCET | Christ University | January 2020 | May 17, 2020 | Online |
| IPU-CET | Indraprastha University | March 3 - August 11, 2020 | September 9 -14, 2020 | Offline |
Colleges for Bachelor CA Courses
The table below shows some of the best CA colleges in India to pursue courses in both the Commerce domain and Management domain at the UG level.
| NIRF Ranking 2020 | College Name | Location |
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| 1st | Miranda House | New Delhi |
| 2nd | Lady Shri Ram College for Women | New Delhi |
| 3rd | Hindu College | New Delhi |
| 4th | St. Stephen’s College | New Delhi |
| 5th | Presidency College | Chennai |
| 30th | KIIT School of Management | Bhubaneshwar |
| 34th | Jamia Millia Islamia University | New Delhi |
| 49th | Lovely Professional University | Jalandhar |
| 51st | Chandigarh University | Chandigarh |
| 76th- 100th | Christ University | Bangalore |
Master CA Courses
Master Courses for CA are offered in different domains of Commerce and Management. The courses are pursued after graduation in a related field. These are specialized courses and focus on particular topics like Cost Methods, Corporate Accounting, Cost Control Techniques, Business research etc.
- The duration of PG Accounting Courses is 2 years in most of the cases. .
- Master courses provide a better understanding of all the subjects in a deeper way and through its practical knowledge it gives a better way of exploration.
- Admissions here also are majorly done through entrance exams. One of the popular entrance exams for Master CA Courses is BHU CET conducted for admission in BHU.
After completing the courses, one can find a job as an Accountant, Operations Manager, Business and Corporate analyst with an average salary of about INR 15,000 to INR 19,000 per month.
Students can look for Ph.D after completing the courses and work in the research field.
Top Postgraduate (PG) CA Courses
Given below are details of top CA Courses after graduation in India.
| Course Name | Top Colleges | Average Fees | Domain |
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| Master of Commerce Accounting and Finance | Annamalai University, Delhi University, BHU, Bangalore University | INR 5,000 - 50,000 | Commerce |
| Master of Business Administration in Accounting | IIT Bombay, DTU, JNU | INR 1,00,000 - 24,00,000 | Management |
How are Admissions in Master CA Courses Done?
Admissions in master courses are also done through both merit and entrance exams.
- Entrances like IPU CET are conducted for admission in masters by the IP university.
- Candidates need to have completed their bachelors in any Commerce or management related subject along with 50% marked to be eligible for master Courses.
- Certain colleges give admission on merit basis also, after considering the CGPA or Percentage obtained in graduation.
Master CA Courses Entrance Exams
The table below gives details of exams considered for admission in PG CA Courses in India.
| Entrance Exam | Conducting Body | Exam Date | Exam Mode |
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| CAT | IIMs | November 22, 2020 | Online |
| XAT | XLRI Jamshedpur | First week of January 2020 | Online |
| CMAT | NTA ( National Testing Agency) | 4th week of January 2020 | Online |
| GMAT | Graduate Management Admission Council | Throughout the year | Online |
| ATMA | Association of Indian Management School ( AIMS) | July 6, 2020 | Online |
| BHU PET | Banaras Hindu University | August 24- 31, 2020 | Both Online and Offline |
| TANCET | Anna University | February 2021 (Tentative) | Offline |
Colleges for Master CA Courses
The table below shows some of the best CA colleges in India to pursue the Course in both the commerce and Management domain at the PG level.
| NIRF Ranking 2020 | College Name | Location |
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| 4th | IIT Bombay | Mumbai |
| 10th | Banaras Hindu University | Varanasi |
| 16th | Jamia Millia Islamia | Delhi |
| 18th | Delhi University | Delhi |
| 62nd | Delhi Technological University | Delhi |
| 100th | Bangalore University | Bangalore |
| 101st | GGSIPU | Delhi |
| 151st | Annamalai University | Cuddalore |
| 151- 200th | Rabindranath Tagore University | Bhopal |
| 151-200th | Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University | Hyderabad |
Doctorate CA Courses
Doctorate courses are done after post graduation by those who are interested in the research field. The courses are designed in a way that it helps the individual to work in wide areas like in Economic Consulting firms, Government and Private sectors, Banking Sector, Customs Department, Export companies, Indian Economic services etc.
- The minimum duration of these programs is 2 years, though it can be extended according to demands of research.
- After PhD, students also get the option to become Teachers and Lecturers in some colleges.
The average salary after doctorate courses is around INR 7,00,000 - 16,00,000 in India.
Top PhD CA Courses
The table below shows the PhD Course for Accountancy in India.
| Course Name | Top Colleges | Average Fees | Stream |
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| Ph.D in Accountancy | GITAM Institute of Management, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Savitribai Phule Pune University | INR 60,000 - 1,54,000 | Commerce |
How are Admission in Doctorate CA Courses Done?
Admissions in doctorate courses in India are mainly done through entrance exams.
- The candidates should complete their M.Com in Accountancy or M.Phil in Accountancy with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks from a recognized university.
- Entrances like Pet, NET, UGC NET are conducted by universities for admission.
Colleges for Doctorate CA Courses
The table below shows some of the best colleges in India to pursue Accounting Courses at the doctorate level.
| NIRF Ranking 2020 | College Name | Location |
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| 19th | Savitribai Phule Pune University ( SPPU) | Pune |
| 66th | GITAM Institute of Management ( GIM) | Vishakhapatnam |
| 151st | Vinayaka Missions University ( VMU) | Tamil Nadu |
| 151st | Shivaji University | Maharashtra |
| - | Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University ( HNGU) | Gujarat |
What are the Top Job Options After CA Courses?
Employers also search for applicants who are up-skilled with the new technology developments and all other relevant areas, as software positions are the most favoured choice these days.
After this course, we addressed some of the common and famous work positions, their average salaries and what skills the employers are looking for below.
Corporate Analyst
Corporate Analyst is responsible for analyzing, evaluating and interpreting the finances and investments of the company and according to those design methods to increase the sale.
Starting Salary: INR 9,50,000
Skills Required
- Statistics
- Predictive Analytics
- Evaluation
Investment Banker
Investment Bankers are responsible for assisting clients with decisions on mergers and acquisitions, giving investment ideas and providing financial advice on investments.
Starting Salary: INR 6,00,000
Skills Required
- Research
- Analysis
- Statistics
Risk Management Consultant
Risk Management Consultant is responsible for identifying potential hazards and damages that may hamper the safety, reputation, security and financial status of an organization. They also predict some precautionary measures for future risk.
Starting Salary: INR 8,50,000
Skills Required
- Predictive Analytics
- Statistics
- Positive attitude
- Management
Operations Director
Operations Director is responsible for directing and coordinating the organisation. It means to look at the growth and profits of a company. They are responsible for managing the resources, planning different procedures to implement the task which is done in the company.
Salary: INR 9,00,000
Skills Required
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Analysis
Cost Accountant
Cost Accountant is responsible to Tally the accounts after the entire cost incurred in manufacturing a product and costs incurred by the firm. They are an important part of the accounts department.
Starting Salary: INR 3,50,000
Skills Required
- Attention
- Tally
- Coordination
What Skills are Required in CA Courses?
Besides theoretical understanding of CA, some additional skills are also beneficial for one to get a better job opportunity.
Some of the skills along with their providers are mentioned below.
Data Management
The analysis of the management and treatment of data to draw inference is data management. This ability helps you develop experience in data processing, manipulation and sorting.
Top Data Management Courses
| Top Course | Provider | Duration | Average Fees |
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| Excel Skills for Business | Coursera | 6 months | INR 3,659 |
| Excel to MySQL: Analytics for Business | Coursera | 7 months | INR 3,659 |
Data Management Course Syllabus
| Microsoft Excel | Data Manipulation |
| SQL | Tableau |
| Business Analysis | Business Processes |
| Data Security | Storage |
| Data Governance | Data Architecture |
Data Management Job Profiles
- Data Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Database Manager
Communication
The most critical ability that encourages them to engage with their colleagues, students and other stakeholders as well. This allows an instructor to develop a cordial relationship with others.
Top Communication Courses
| Course | Provider | Duration | Fees |
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| Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers and trainers | Alison | 1.5-3 hours | Free |
| Communication Fundamentals | Udemy | 1.5 hours | INR 700 |
| The art of Connecting: Communication Skills Training for Teachers | Europass | 2-3 hours day | 480€ |
| Teaching Communication Skills | Edutopia | 1.5 hours | Free |
Communication Course Syllabus
| Communication styles | Personality styles |
| Social and emotional attitudes | Communication fundamentals |
| Relationships | Leaderships |
| Empowerment | Conflict- resolution |
| Contribution | Speaking attitude |
Communication Job Profiles
- Language Trainer
- Market research analysis
- School counsellor
- Physical Therapists
- Customer service representatives
Tally
Tally is a pioneer in accounting tools used for corporations around the world. The tally is used for most of India's company enterprises. Your resume will be a fantastic boost to a credential received in the course.
Top Tally Courses
| Top Courses | Provider | Duration | Average Fees |
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| Tally ERP: A Step by Step Guide | Udemy | 7.5 hours | INR 700 |
| Tally ERP 9 A Complete Study | Udemy | 8 hours | INR 700 |
| Tally ERP 9 and Microsoft Excel Training | Udemy | 11 hours | INR 700 |
Tally Course Syllabus
| Accounting with GST | GST Set off |
| Stock Management in Tally | RCM - Reverse Charge Mechanism |
| Goods Transport Agency | Cost Centre And Cost Categories |
| Billing | Accounting |
| Taxation | Advanced Taxation |
Tally Job Profiles
- Accountant
- Accounts assistant
- Tally operator
- Accountant trainee
CA Courses Online Fees and Rating Comparison
The table gives a brief about different online courses for CA so that one can learn some additional skill and knowledge related to CA and its components.
The courses are mentioned with their providers, durations and fees.
| Course | Provider | Duration | Ratings | Fees |
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| Certificate in Cost Accountancy | Vskills | 60 minutes | 5.0 | INR 2,499 |
| Managerial Accounting: Cost Behaviors, Systems and Analysis | Coursera (the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign) | 20 hours | 4.8 | free |
| Accounting for Decision Making | Coursera (University of Michigan) | 28 hours | 4.8 | Free |
| Managerial Accounting Fundamentals | Coursera (University of Virginia) | 13 hours | 4.8 | Free |
| Pricing Strategy Optimization | Coursera (BCG) | 4 months | 4.8 | Free |
| Introduction to CA | Coursera (Coursera Project Network) | 2 hours | 4.7 | Free |
| CA and Financial Management- A Complete Study | Udemy | 45 hours | 4.5 | INR 420 |
| Managerial (Cost) Accounting For Beginners | Udemy | 3.5 hours | 4.3 | INR 480 |
| Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control | Coursera (the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign) | 16 hours | 4.1 | Free |
| Introduction to Managerial Accounting | Udemy | 38 minutes | 4.0 | INR 420 |
| CA- A Comprehensive Study for CA/CMA/CS/ACCA | Udemy | 38 hours | 4.0 | INR 420 |
| Accounting and Finance | edX (IIMBx) | 11 weeks | - | Free (Add a Verified Certificate for INR 11,196) |
| Venture Capital | edX | 7 weeks | - | Free (Add a Verified Certificate for INR 7,389) |
Comparison of Online Platforms Offering CA Courses
The table below gives you some points to compare the online CA Courses offered by the two most popular agencies, Udemy and Coursera.
| Parameters | Udemy (CA and Financial Management- A Complete Study ) | Coursera (Introduction to CA) |
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| Fees | INR 420 | Free |
| Student Rating | 4.5 | 4.7 |
| Duration | 45 hours | 2 hours |
| Created by | - | Coursera Project Network |
CA Courses: FAQs
Ques. What are the major topics covered under the certificate course of CA?
Ans. Some of the topics are:
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Cost Planning and Analysis
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Budgeting and Management Control
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Group Financial Statements
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Strategic Management Accounting
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Corporate Governance etc.
Ques. Name some recruiting companies that offer places after BBA?
Ans. Some of the recruiting companies are Venture Storm, LinkedIn, AngelList, TALENTDASH, Gravity, Idea, Zoho, Amazon, Airtel, Vodafone, Whirlpool, Snapdeal etc,
Ques. Who is Billing Clerk?
Ans. Billing Clerk is the person who is responsible for generating bills and invoices using various accounting software in a company. It is important for the purposes of checking the transaction in a regular manner.
Ques. After completing BBA, what all are the future job prospects?
Ans: After completing BBA, one can become a System Analyst, Trainee Telesales, Chief Human Resources Officer, Executive Assistant, Finance Controller, Delivery Manager, Senior Network Administrator, Placement Coordinator, Small Business Owner and many more.
Ques. Is it worthy to study B.Com (Honours)?
Ans. Yes, it is worthy to study B.Com (Honours) as it is one of the professional courses that create an initial step for jobs like Accountant, Tax Specialist, Investment Banker, Financial Consultant, and similar jobs as well.
Ques. Is there any exam for the diploma courses?
Ans. Yes, there are some institutions that conduct examinations and assign topics for final evaluation and based on that the certification is provided to the candidate. The courses are provided through online mode and separate fees of INR 1000 have to be deposited for the examination.
Ques. What is the responsibility of a Financial Risk Analyst?
Ans. The Financial Risk Analyst is responsible for identifying and investigating potential risks underlying the financial position of business commercial and industrial corporations and public/private organizations.
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