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Asked: April 5, 20192019-04-05T17:34:31+05:30 2019-04-05T17:34:31+05:30

Which course better – CA, CPA or CFA?

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  1. Hitesh Nagi
    Hitesh Nagi
    2023-01-02T07:22:45+05:30Added an answer on January 2, 2023

    Every course is unique in some manner. However, enrolling in a CA course is regarded to have larger advantages. Consider that the CA exam in India is the most challenging to pass. CA is one of those programmes that will take longer to finish but, once it is completed, will make your life ideal. TheRead more

    Every course is unique in some manner. However, enrolling in a CA course is regarded to have larger advantages. Consider that the CA exam in India is the most challenging to pass. CA is one of those programmes that will take longer to finish but, once it is completed, will make your life ideal.

    The majority of Chartered Accountants upgrade their degrees by enrolling in additional courses like CFA, CMA, and CPA.

    CPA or CFA will help you get employment, but obtaining your CA will make you more valuable to employers and enable them to pay you a respectable income.

    So, in my opinion, CA will be the better alternative between CA, CPA and CFA. Now, it’s up to you to choose your interests and long-term goals.

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  2. Raghu Bartwal
    Raghu Bartwal
    2023-02-12T23:22:51+05:30Added an answer on February 12, 2023

    When taken as a whole, these degrees operate in distinct domains. CA and CPA are related to accounting, whereas CFA is focused on financial research, portfolio management, etc. Individuals who have earned their CPA designation can internationally function as consultants on a variety of departments,Read more

    When taken as a whole, these degrees operate in distinct domains. CA and CPA are related to accounting, whereas CFA is focused on financial research, portfolio management, etc. Individuals who have earned their CPA designation can internationally function as consultants on a variety of departments, including taxes and accounting. However CA is mostly recognized in India and east Asia,

    All these three courses share a few topics in common because they are all related to finance. So, rather than asking what is good, the question here is what you want to get into.

    The CFA Program has been beneficial for me, and CA might be good for you. You should determine your area of interest. You can choose CA or CPA if you’re interested in accounting or auditing; CFA is preferable if you want to work in investment research, mergers, and acquisitions, or portfolio management. Keep in mind that they are professional courses that demand dedication and are widely respected.

    I hope I was able to help you in making your choice.

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  3. Aayush Rajput
    Aayush Rajput
    2021-10-09T18:19:47+05:30Added an answer on October 9, 2021

    All the courses are different and stand individually better. They enable students to excel in the ones they are fond of. CPA comprises four exam sessions, takes 1.5 years to complete and offers career options like financial forensics and business valuation. On the other hand, CFA takes around 2.5 yeRead more

    All the courses are different and stand individually better. They enable students to excel in the ones they are fond of. CPA comprises four exam sessions, takes 1.5 years to complete and offers career options like financial forensics and business valuation. On the other hand, CFA takes around 2.5 years to complete and has three levels of exams; CFA graduates can get jobs as portfolio managers, research analysts and more. CA is an extensive course that stretches for four years and has three levels of examination. A CA can work as an internal auditor, management accountant and public accountant. Choosing the best among the three is a matter of interest. However, CFA is a course that is recognized worldwide, thus making it to the top of the radar.

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  4. Anonymous
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    2023-03-10T18:49:35+05:30Added an answer on March 10, 2023

    The reason CA is a superior alternative is that it focuses primarily on taxation, auditing, and accounting and is a recognised profession by industry. The only right to audit an organization's financial statements is held by chartered accountants. Financial Statements could not be presented to shareRead more

    The reason CA is a superior alternative is that it focuses primarily on taxation, auditing, and accounting and is a recognised profession by industry. The only right to audit an organization’s financial statements is held by chartered accountants. Financial Statements could not be presented to shareholders at the AGM without a CA’s signature. In addition to appealing benefits, chartered accountants enjoy a strong reputation in society.

    We all know that if someone earns their CA and then goes on to earn their CFA or CPA, the CA degree will be worth more than just having those credentials alone.

    Thank You!

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  5. Ananya Singhania
    Ananya Singhania
    2021-01-25T05:19:41+05:30Added an answer on January 25, 2021

    All three are professional chapters and open up wide choices to make a career. It's over to you to decide your preferences/ interests and long-term pretensions: CFA is a coveted professional degree for aspiring investment bankers/ equity experimenters. Its fundamentals are purely based on finance. TRead more

    All three are professional chapters and open up wide choices to make a career. It’s over to you to decide your preferences/ interests and long-term pretensions:

    • CFA is a coveted professional degree for aspiring investment bankers/ equity experimenters. Its fundamentals are purely based on finance. The CFA charter holder is honored worldwide.
    • CA is considered a standalone professional degree in India and, to some extent, the Middle east. Other countries like Canada, Australia, etc., take another examination if one aspires to become a chartered accountant in those regions.
    • CPA is regarded in the USA, and it’s more or less like Indian CA, although the CPA charter has to be acquired specifically for the particular region one intends to exercise in.
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  6. Anonymous
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    2022-01-08T05:49:17+05:30Added an answer on January 8, 2022

    I guess CA is a much better option than CPA and CFA as Chartered Accountants (CAs) are in high demand in India, and pursuing a CA degree will open up a variety of employment choices for you, including starting your own business and working for both private companies and governmental institutions. AdRead more

    I guess CA is a much better option than CPA and CFA as Chartered Accountants (CAs) are in high demand in India, and pursuing a CA degree will open up a variety of employment choices for you, including starting your own business and working for both private companies and governmental institutions. Additionally, there are diverse prospects in India for Chartered Accountants who are interested in alternative concepts of the same subject and job stability.

    CA has a much wider scope, and one can delve further into it. Industries have a greater need for CA, which increases the potential.

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  7. Nishita Chauhan
    Nishita Chauhan
    2021-11-09T10:08:00+05:30Added an answer on November 9, 2021
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    CFA, CA, and CPA all are accounting and finance field courses. These all stand for the given below:- CFA: Chartered Financial Analyst CA: Chartered Accountant CPA: Certified public accountant. But among all these, CA is better than CFA and CPA. It is more recognised than CFA and CPA in India. But thRead more

    CFA, CA, and CPA all are accounting and finance field courses. These all stand for the given below:-

    • CFA: Chartered Financial Analyst
    • CA: Chartered Accountant
    • CPA: Certified public accountant.

    But among all these, CA is better than CFA and CPA. It is more recognised than CFA and CPA in India. But the CA course is highly competitive compared to CFA and CPA. It is conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), and the passing rate of CA is lower than CFA and CPA.

    But If you are targeting regions outside India, then CFA and CPA are recommended instead of CA. CPA and CFA are also good courses with a good passing percentage. The scope of all these courses in the corporate sector is extensive and offers global opportunities.

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  8. Paridhi Thakur
    Paridhi Thakur
    2022-10-28T14:49:50+05:30Added an answer on October 28, 2022

    Since this one is so incredibly personal to each person, the best I can do is make a list of their differences and let you make the final decision. The differences are as follows:- The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) hosts CA. Total Levels: 3 Levels after the 12th grade (FoundatioRead more

    Since this one is so incredibly personal to each person, the best I can do is make a list of their differences and let you make the final decision.

    The differences are as follows:-

    The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) hosts CA.

    • Total Levels: 3 Levels after the 12th grade (Foundation, Inter and Final)
    • After Graduation: (Inter and Final Levels)
    • Minimum Years: After 12th grade: 4.5 years
    • 3 to 3.5 years following graduation
    • Exam Length: Often 3 hours for 1 subject, with each level taking place over the course of a fortnight. Exams are typically given in May and November.
    • CA Cost: Approximately $1000, which includes registration.

    CFA is hosted by the CFA Institute, US.

    • Three levels total—Levels I, II, and III.
    • Minimum number of years is 18 months, and it typically takes four years to complete all the levels.
    • Exam length: Conducted in two sessions, one lasting roughly three hours each.
    • Fees for the CFA: around $1350, including registration

    The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants hosts CPA.

    • Total Levels: There are no specific levels; instead, there are 4 tests (AUD, FAR, BEC, and REG).
    • Minimum years: nine to twelve months
    • Exam duration: Each CPA exam lasts four hours.
    • Fees for a CPA: around $1500

    I hope this will help you!

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  9. Nitin Pant
    Nitin Pant
    2022-06-18T05:32:18+05:30Added an answer on June 18, 2022

    CFA stands for Chartered Financial Analyst, CA stands for Chartered Accountants, and CPA stands for Certified Public Accountant. All are decent courses, but the CPA is much better among all of these because the CA course takes more attempts, as we know, and the CFA course needs 3-4 years of work expRead more

    CFA stands for Chartered Financial Analyst, CA stands for Chartered Accountants, and CPA stands for Certified Public Accountant. All are decent courses, but the CPA is much better among all of these because the CA course takes more attempts, as we know, and the CFA course needs 3-4 years of work experience to earn CFA Charterholder designation. The CPA course needs only 12-15 months to complete all four papers and only 1-2 years of experience in accounting to obtain a license. 

    As compared to CA, CPA professionals are highly paid because CPA is a globally well-recognised degree, and you get the opportunity to work in foreign countries and international platforms.

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