Which has more scope; a CA or Company Secretary?

Hi, Chartered accountant and company secretary both are different course and also own value in current scenario. Moreover CA has vast fields to get in to as compared to CS .CA course is considered to be tough than CS course. CA is paid more, where as CS comparatively less. CA can be completed in 5 years whereas CS in 3.5 years. Unless and until you have a good knowledge on the subject you won’t be able to earn anywhere and it depends on a lot of factors: 1. If you want more money, CA. 2. If you want to study easily, CS. (Easier of the two) 3. More power in an organisation, CS. 4. More respect, CA. 5. Financial auditing, CA. 6. Secretarial audit, CS. 7. Worldwide opportunities, CA. 8. Legal compliance, official signatory, CS. So, we can say that Chartered Accountant has more opportunities to increase our knowledge and area, but you have full of knowledge to your subjects and you know how to resolve company’s financial problems. So, whenever someone chooses a course, they should understand our interest. If they like theory, then go with CS and like numerical, then choose CA. if you want to be successful in any field, understand that which subject do you like the most.

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CA has more scope because even a small and a medium sized company may require a CA. But a company secretary maybe is required by a comparatively larger company.

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Although CA is a preferred profession, I would also endorse You to Opt for CS ICW etc. Any Course related to Finance will always fetch you s good professional growth and Career. Best regards.

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Both are good options but I think, CA is much better than CS in the future if you want a job or practicing CA is the best option.

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Go for CS as after the implementation of the Companies Act, 2013, CS are in high demand. Company secretary is very lucrative and with the implementation of companies act, 2013 the scope has widened for a company secretary as a professional. If you want to study easily, CS. (Easier of the two), More power in an organisation, CS Secretarial audit, CS., Legal compliance, official signatory, CS A company secretary can be in practice, or in employment be appointed as a key managerial person. Company secretary are also called as compliance managers as they are the ones with an overall and all round knowledge of various laws applicable on the industries.

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Both are professional courses, both as important in own level. CA has more scope.

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Chartered Accountancy and Company Secretary are two different courses. But there are also a lot of similarities between these courses. Both the courses are Distance Learning type course that is why you can do any other degree course like Regular B.Com or BBA course along with these courses. Company Secretary course is a course in which students learn all about management, financial, accounting and legal complication involve in the company's affairs. This course is focused toward legal obligations which company has to oblige in order to carry out this business. Whereas, Chartered Accountancy course is tilted towards taxation and auditing of companies accounts which is also the most important department of any company. Minimum eligibility criteria for both these companies: 10+2 passed or equivalent qualification. There are 3 stages in CA and CS:FOUNDATIONEXECUTIVEFINAL Examinations of the course are conducted twice a year in May and June. Admission is open throughout the year. These courses have centers all over India, you may find center near your city and you can take all the required information from these centres. Career wise, both the courses are very very good and professional courses.

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Hi, Curriculum wise Chartered Accountancy and Company Secretary are two different courses. But there is also lots of similarities between these courses. Both the courses are Distance Learning type course ,that why you can do any other degree course like Regular B.com or BBA course along with these courses. Company Secretary course is a course in which student learn all about management,financial ,accounting and legal complication involve in the company's affairs. This course is has focused toward legal and law obligations which company has to obliged in order to carry out his business. Whereas, Chartered Accountancy course is tilted towards taxation and auditing of companies accounts which is also most important department of any company. Chartered Accountants enjoy a statutory monopoly in audit of financial statements under the Companies Act, 1956, Income Tax Act, 1961 and various other statutes in India. Financial statements audited by a chartered accountant are presumed to have been prepared according to GAAP in India (otherwise the audit report should be qualified). Whereas, the major contribution of Company Secretary (CS) is in corporate sector. CS is designated as an officer under the Companies Act and is an important professional aiding the efficient management of the corporate sector. CS has to interact, coordinate, integrate and cooperate with various other functional heads in a company. For a detailed version of this answer, you can refer to this perfect and descriptively written article on Shiksha: <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/accounting-commerce/accounting/articles/confused-between-ca-versus-cs-blogId-4952" style='word-wrap:break-word;'>https://www.shiksha.com/accounting-commerce/accounting/articles/confused-between-ca-versus-cs-blogId-4952</a>

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CA versus CS career path differences are as follows:- CA provide accounting services for patrons in either the public or private segment. They specialize in non-US GAAP and commonly work internationally but rarely in the US. The CS acts as a key source of communication between the company and its shareholders, such as taking and distributing minute from shareholder meetings. In some circumstances, CAs may also function as Company Secretaries. CS vs CA time requirement differences:- The time obligation to become a chartered accountant depends on the nation you need to become chartered in and their explicit requirements. It takes less time to become a CS than a CA. In India, the procedure takes on average 2-3 years. Candidates must pass a three-level comprising foundation, intermediate, and CS exams administered by the Company of Secretaries in India (ICSI). CA or CS cost of certification:- The fee for becoming a CA depends on whether or not your employer will pay for your training. If you follow Pathway #3 through the ICAS, it will cost around Rs 5,750 to Rs 13,900. Pathway #4 (on the high end) costs roughly Rs 3,318. Simply taking the CA exam will cost approximately $1,000. If you become a CS through Indias ICSI, the Foundation Program will cost $70; the Executive Program and the Professional Program both cost $116. The cost to simply take the CS exam is around $500. CA and CS Potential Salaries The median salary for a CA is $44,000 in the UK. CAs in India can assume to make $11,000. The average salary for a CS in the U.K. is $51,000 and in India, it is $8,000. Again, where you work, the type of training you've received, and your years of experience will have an impact on your annual salary. Chartered Accountant (CA) vs. Company Secretary (CS) Which is better? While there may be a few overlap in duties, the two professionals are moderately different. Chartered accountants emphasis is on accounting functions while the CS may be intricate with some accounting reporting, the chief duties are in corporate compliance and liaising with stockholders. It comes down to what you want to do with your career. If you want to work for a public firm and specialize in international accounting standards and auditing, you should pursue the chartered accountant designation. If you want to work in corporate compliance for a large company, you should look for the company secretary designation.

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Hi, Both CA and CS are very good options. CS has become very lucrative and remunerative and with the implementation of the companies act 2013. The scope has widened for a company secretary as a professional. A company secretary can do practice, or get appointed as a key managerial person. A company secretary is also known as compliance manager as he/she is the one with an overall and all round knowledge of various laws applicable in the industries. So, it is noteworthy that along with the enhancement in scope, work and remuneration wise, responsibility and accountability is also increased. The salary package depends on your skills, knowledge and practical exposure and further increments depend on your skills and the organisation where you are working. Comparison with CA is not good because both are two different streams. CA is expert of taxation, finance and audit while CS is expert in legal compliances. CA is more of practical exposure, and CS has comparatively more theroy content. Both have their own contents and scopes. Choose wisely. All the best. Feel free to revert.

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