Accounting & Commerce

The CFA programme is a globally-recognised graduate-level curriculum that provides a strong foundation for real-world investment analysis and portfolio management skills combined with the practical knowledge that you will need in today's investment industry. It also emphasizes the highest ethical and professional standards that are required to be followed. Each year thousands of candidates enroll in the CFA programme and appear for the exams at the test centers all over the world. Completing the CFA programme confirms mastery over the rigorous CFA curriculum as can be evinced by you clearing all the three levels of the exam - the main requirement for earning the CFA charter. Eligibility criteria
One has to meet at least one of the following requirements:
- Have a Bachelor's (or equivalent) degree
- Be in the final year of your Bachelor's degree programme at the time of registration, or
- Have four years of qualified, professional work experience, or
- Have a combination of work and college experience that totals at least four years (Note: Summer, part-time, and internship positions do not qualify. )
How to Pursue the CFA programme? Enroll in Preschool for the CFA training programme
Enroll and Register with the CFA Institute USA for Level I Exam
o Exam Month June Registration Deadline February March
o Exam Month December Registration Deadline August - September
Pass the examinations
You need to pass Level I, Level II and Level III exams sequentially. Apply for Membership after clearing your Level III exam ( for membership along with CFA Level III you need to have at least four years of Professional Work Experience).

Hi Abhishek!
You can pursue any of the following short-term courses that will add value to your resume:
1. Certified Financial Planner Programme
2. Certificate Course in Project Finance
3. Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
4. Certified Public Accounting (CPA)
You can also pursue software courses like Tally, Peach Tree, QuickBooks Pro, MYOB Business Essentials Accounting Software etc. Always make sure to learn the latest version of the selected accounting software. The duration of these course can range from one month to six months. Learning these courses will widen your future career scope and will give you an edge in your career growth.