ICAI increases Academic Focus on AI, ESG, and Forensic Accounting in CA Curriculum
The accounting body discusses Advanced Career Development for Chartered Accountants.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) recently held a Brainstorming Meet for Academic Excellence, in which industry experts, academicians deliberated on strengthening academic framework of Chartered Accountancy profession.
The association held discussions on aligning learning with global benchmarks and preparing Indian students for emerging areas like sustainability, fintech, data science, digital learning and industry linked case studies.
Charanjot Singh Nanda, President, ICAI, said, “Our new curriculum, aligned with the National Education Policy and global standards, places strong emphasis on practical learning, technology integration and soft skills. By incorporating contemporary subjects such as Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, ESG and Forensic Accounting, alongside digital learning tools, we aim to nurture analytical and entrepreneurial abilities that prepare students to seize opportunities in emerging sectors and adapt to evolving industry trends.”
ICAI brainstorming meet witnessed expert discussions on taxation, accounting, law, auditing and career development. It also recommended actionable reforms to integrate practical exposure, innovation and ethical application of technology in CA curriculum.
Commonly asked questions
No, there is no change in the syllabus of any of the CA papers for sessions of 2024. The course training and examinations for 2024 are based on the previously available CA syllabus. The syllabus and sample questions papers can be downloaded from the ICAI CA website. It is also shared with students upon registration. To further familiarize candidates with the syllabus of CA Foundation, CA Intermediate and CA Final courses, the ICAI conducts mock test sessions which registered candidates can take as per the schedule.
ICAI CA Foundation is the first level of the course. This level may be considered the easiest of all the courses. The syllabus of ICAI CA Foundation includes the following topics:
- Principles and Practice of Accounting
- Business Laws and Business
- Correspondence and Reporting
- Business Mathematics
- Logical Reasoning and Statistics
- Business Economics
- Business and Commercial Knowledge
Candidates need to clear all the papers relate to these subjects in order to move to Intermediate level. The minimum score requirement id 40 per cent in every paper.
Hans Raj Chugh, Chairman, BoS (A), ICAI said that Chartered Accountants are not only financial advisors but also nation builders. In today’s rapidly evolving global landscape, ICAI is constantly reimagining how it prepares students to stay relevant and indispensable. With initiatives like comprehensive study resources, live virtual classes, mentorship programmes and open house sessions, ICAI is fostering a supportive and future-ready learning environment for aspiring professionals.
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