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9 years ago
Scholar-Level 17
There has been no mou between ICAI and CPA USA as yet so you need to go through a rigorous process to be CPA. All your queries will be answered here:
http://www.charteredclub.com/cpa-us/
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9 years ago
Beginner-Level 5
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9 years ago
Guide-Level 12
Hello Nisha,
Accounting scenario is a little dicey in Australia right now. Preference is given to the locals, you may find opportunities in rural remote areas.
Check the Skilled Occupation List, i think Accounting jobs are just on the border line so take caution, write to the institutions for careers services and internship opportunities.
Regards!
New answer posted
9 years ago
Contributor-Level 9
http://www.edupristine.com/courses/cpa/certified-public-accountant-cpa
http://www.edupristine.com/download/certified-public-accountant-downloads
New answer posted
9 years ago
Guide-Level 13
To be eligible for CPA foundation examination which is first level examination in CPA curriculum, the student must have any of the below qualification :
Members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Members of the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants in India.
Members of the Company Secretaries in India.
Master of Commerce
MBAs
* Hence arts student can not opt for certified public accountancy
All the best
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9 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
To make up for the 16 year education you can opt for a one year PG Diploma in India. You may opt for distance learning courses as well. Just make sure the programmes and the university is recognized by UGC-DEC such as IGNOU etc.
Secondly, you must have atleast 2 or 3 years work experience without which you will not be considered for admissions into any MBA programmes in USA and elsewhere. GMAT/GRE scores will be required. Additionally TOEFL would be required. GMAT and GRE scores are valid for five years whereas TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years so give the tests accordingly. Build a good profile, get a job and do a one yea
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9 years ago
Guide-Level 14
Hi Ravi,
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is the statutory title awarded to qualified accountants in the US who cleared the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination. Candidates should meet additional state education and experience requirements to become a certified CPA.
CPA programme deals with accounting and financial insights which are applicable in accounting and auditing services, taxation, consulting, research etc. In India, this is a relatively new qualification, however; ICFAI has established the CPA Council of India to develop and regulate the CPA profession on sound ethical lines.
Career Prospects: After completion o
New answer posted
2015-03-11 15:35:06
Guide-Level 14
First of all you should have completed 120 hours of course in business and accounting. Although it does not specify any degree, the understood notion is either you should have a 4 years degree in commerce i.e. B.Com or BBA or a 3 years B.Com and M.Com These are the minimum qualifications and easiest
Apart from this, a CA, ICWA and CS are also eligible. A CA + CPA is a good combination
Your M.Com, CA, ICWA, MBA and CS need to be evaluated by independent agency before enrolling into CPA programme. Every US state has an independent
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