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May 8
The cost of becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA) can vary depending on the country and the specific requirements of the certification program. In general, the cost of becoming a CA can include fees for exams, study materials, tuition, and membership dues to professional organizations. It is recommended to research the specific requirements and costs associated with becoming a CA in your country or region.
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May 8
The cost of becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA) can vary depending on the country in which you are pursuing the qualification. Here are some approximate estimates:
India (CA Institute of India, ICAI)
- Registration fee: INR 11,200 (approx. USD 150)
- Coaching classes: INR 60,000 to INR 1,50,000 per level (3 levels)
- Examination fees: INR 2,000 to INR 3,500 per level
- Articleship training (3 years): Nil (stipend paid typically ranges from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 per month)
- Membership fee: INR 1,000 (approx. USD 14 per year)
- Examination fees for CA Finals: INR 14,000 (approx. USD 200)
Total cost (approx.): INR 80,000 to INR 3,00,000 (approx. USD 1,100 to USD 4,000)
United Kingdom (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, ICAEW)
- Professional Development Programme (PDP): GBP 3,500 to GBP 4,500
- Examinations: GBP 1,000 to GBP 2,000 per level (3 levels)
- Practical Work Experience (PWE): Nil (typically paid)
- Membership fee: GBP 350 (approx. USD 480 per year)
Total cost (approx.): GBP 10,000 to GBP 13,000 (approx. USD 13,500 to USD 17,500)
United States (American Institute of CPAs, AICPA)
- CPA Exam: USD 600 to USD 750 per section (4 sections)
- Educational requirements: Varies by state, typically a bachelor's degree in accounting
- Experience requirements: 1 to 2 years
- Membership fee: USD 250 to USD 500 per year
Total cost (approx.): USD 3,000 to USD 5,000 (excluding education and experience costs)
Canada (Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada, CPA Canada)
- Professional Education Program (PEP): CAD 2,500 to CAD 3,000 per module (7 modules)
- Examinations: CAD 200 to CAD 300 per section (4 sections)
- Practical Experience Program (PEP): Nil (typically paid)
- Membership fee: CAD 450 (approx. USD 360 per year)
Total cost (approx.): CAD 10,000 to CAD 15,000 (approx. USD 7,500 to USD 11,000)
Australia (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CA ANZ)
- Master of Professional Accounting (MPA): AUD 30,000 to AUD 50,000
- Examinations: AUD 1,000 to AUD 2,000 per level (3 levels)
- Practical Experience Programme (PEP): Nil (typically paid)
- Membership fee: AUD 600 (approx. USD 420 per year)
Total cost (approx.): AUD 40,000 to AUD 60,000 (approx. USD 27,000 to USD 40,000)
Please note that these estimates may vary depending on individual circumstances and currency exchange rates. Additionally, there may be other expenses such as travel, accommodation, and materials.
India (CA Institute of India, ICAI)
- Registration fee: INR 11,200 (approx. USD 150)
- Coaching classes: INR 60,000 to INR 1,50,000 per level (3 levels)
- Examination fees: INR 2,000 to INR 3,500 per level
- Articleship training (3 years): Nil (stipend paid typically ranges from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 per month)
- Membership fee: INR 1,000 (approx. USD 14 per year)
- Examination fees for CA Finals: INR 14,000 (approx. USD 200)
Total cost (approx.): INR 80,000 to INR 3,00,000 (approx. USD 1,100 to USD 4,000)
United Kingdom (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, ICAEW)
- Professional Development Programme (PDP): GBP 3,500 to GBP 4,500
- Examinations: GBP 1,000 to GBP 2,000 per level (3 levels)
- Practical Work Experience (PWE): Nil (typically paid)
- Membership fee: GBP 350 (approx. USD 480 per year)
Total cost (approx.): GBP 10,000 to GBP 13,000 (approx. USD 13,500 to USD 17,500)
United States (American Institute of CPAs, AICPA)
- CPA Exam: USD 600 to USD 750 per section (4 sections)
- Educational requirements: Varies by state, typically a bachelor's degree in accounting
- Experience requirements: 1 to 2 years
- Membership fee: USD 250 to USD 500 per year
Total cost (approx.): USD 3,000 to USD 5,000 (excluding education and experience costs)
Canada (Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada, CPA Canada)
- Professional Education Program (PEP): CAD 2,500 to CAD 3,000 per module (7 modules)
- Examinations: CAD 200 to CAD 300 per section (4 sections)
- Practical Experience Program (PEP): Nil (typically paid)
- Membership fee: CAD 450 (approx. USD 360 per year)
Total cost (approx.): CAD 10,000 to CAD 15,000 (approx. USD 7,500 to USD 11,000)
Australia (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CA ANZ)
- Master of Professional Accounting (MPA): AUD 30,000 to AUD 50,000
- Examinations: AUD 1,000 to AUD 2,000 per level (3 levels)
- Practical Experience Programme (PEP): Nil (typically paid)
- Membership fee: AUD 600 (approx. USD 420 per year)
Total cost (approx.): AUD 40,000 to AUD 60,000 (approx. USD 27,000 to USD 40,000)
Please note that these estimates may vary depending on individual circumstances and currency exchange rates. Additionally, there may be other expenses such as travel, accommodation, and materials.
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