ICWA

Career Prospects

Cost and Management Accountants are holding key position in Central and State Governments. In the matter of employment, promotion and prospects, Cost Accountants are recognized by the government, public and private sectors for placement at various levels in the fields of Accounting and Management functions. . In today's world, the profession of conventional accounting and auditing has taken a back seat and accountants increasingly contribute towards the management of scarce resources like funds, land and apply strategic decisions. This has opened up further scope and tremendous opportunities Cost and Works accountants to shoulder responsibility as Cost and Management Accountants in accordance with new dimensions and vision here in India and abroad. Members of this profession are the driving force in the team of management while in employment and a key consultant, an effective Cost and Management Auditor and an appropriate advisor in place. The specialization in costing is an added catalyst for a successful manager and a policy maker. There is a sustained demand for qualified, trained and experienced cost accountants. Realizing the importance of the profession of the Cost and Management Accountancy in the economic development of the nation, the Central Government has constituted an all-India cadre known as Indian Cost Accounts Service (ICAS) at par with other Class-I services such as IAS, IFS etc. to advise the government in cost pricing and in framing the appropriate fiscal and tax policies.

Course Overview: (Total Duration: 3 years)

Foundation	4 Papers	Exams in June & December
Intermediate Level	6 papers	Exams in June & December
Final Level	8 Papers	Exams in June & December
Practical Training	3 years	Before, during or after the course

Eligibility:

Foundation Course:	Intermediate Course:
Eligibility for Admission: a) 17 years of age; and (b) Passed Senior Secondary Examination under 10+2 scheme of a recognized Board Incumbents waiting for the result can apply for provisional admission	Eligibility for Admission: (a) is not less than 18 years of age; and (b) has passed degree Examination of any recognised University or equivalent Incumbents waiting for the result can apply for provisional admission