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iam about to complete b.com .I need to know what are the stages to complete i.c.w.a.

What is it?
The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India was established by the Government of India as an autonomous professional Institute in 1959 to provide training, education and research facilities in cost and management accounting. The Institute was first formed as a limited company in 1944 under the provisions of the then companies Act 1913. The objectives of The Institute of Cost & Work Accountants of India is promoting, regulating, and developing the profession of Cost Accountancy.
Different stages in ICWAI Course:
There are three stages to pursue Cost Accountant course:
Foundation Course.
Intermediate Course.
Final Course.
Admission to Foundation Course: Minimum qualification is 10+2 examination or any examination equivalent thereto, recognised by the Institute.
Registration to Intermediate Course:
Minimum qualification: Passed CWA Foundation/ Graduation in any discipline other than Fine Arts/ Foundation (Entry Level) Part I Examination of CAT of ICWAI/Foundation (Entry Level) Part I Examination and Competency Level Part II Examination of CAT of ICWAI.
Registration Period: A registration is valid for a period of seven years from the date of registration.
Admission to Final Course: A student who have passed Intermediate Examination of the Institute are eligible for admission to Final Course.
Eligibility :
Foundation Course:
17 years of age; and
Passed Senior Secondary Examination under 10+2 scheme of a recognized Board
(Incumbents waiting for the result can apply for provisional admission).
Intermediate Course :
is not less than 18 years of age and
has passed degree Examination of any recognised University or equivalent
(Incumbents waiting for the result can apply for provisional admission).
Schedule

Important Date/Exam Schedule for ICWAI Entrance Exam 2011:
Examination Details
June Examination
December Examination
Late date of submission of forms
Before 05th December of previous year
Before 05th June
Exams Date
11th to 18th June
10th to 17th December
TopExam Pattern

Examination Pattern for ICWAI Entrance Exam:
Foundation
Marks
Paper 1
Organization & Management Fundamentals
100
Paper 2
Accounting
Paper 3
Economics and Business Fundamentals
Paper 4
Business Mathematics, Statistics
Intermediate
Marks
Group I
Paper 5
Financial Accounting
100
Paper 6
Commercial and Industrial Laws and Auditing
Paper 7
Applied Direct Taxes
Group II
Paper 8
Cost & Management Accounting
Paper 9
Operation Management and Information Systems
Paper 10
Operation Management and Information Systems
Final
Marks
Group III
Paper 11
Capital Market Analysis & Corporate Laws
100
Paper 12
Financial Management & International Finance
Paper 13
Management Accounting - Strategic Management
Paper 14
Indirect and Direct - Tax Management
Group IV
Paper 15
Management Accounting – Enterprise Performance Management
Paper 16
Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting
Paper 17
Cost Audit and Operational Audit
Paper 18
Business Valuation Management
ICWAI Form Fees:
Prospectus and application forms (for both foundation course and intermediate course) are available from the ICWAI Headquarters, Regional Councils and Chapter offices spread all over the country.
The cost is as follows :
Cash payment: Rs. 200/-
By Post/ Courier: DD/PO – Rs. 250/- (Within India)
List Of ICWAI Examination Centre :
The ICWAI has its 71 examination centres located in various cities all over India (Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata and Delhi has multiple centres) and two overseas centres at Dubai and Muscat.
Fees structure for course:
Fee Structure Foundation Course Intermediate Course
Postal Tuition Fee(including study material)
Rs. 3500/- Rs. 7000/-
Oral Coaching Fee(including study material)
Rs. 3500/- Rs. 11000/-
ICWAI Entrance Preparation Guidelines:
Study the question papers of previous examinations to be able to understand broad trends of the categories.
Based on marks allotted give weightage to each category and accordingly prepare for the examination, spending more time and effort for important topics.
In the case of theory subjects, focus on understanding the concepts thoroughly and its application.
In the case of numerical subjects, such as accountancy, costing and mathematics, focus on understanding the methods, formulae and format of presenting the solution. Solve as many problems as you can.
Try joint studies with a couple of friends to be able to help one another, and in-still competitive spirit.
Career Prospects:

It has been felt beyond doubt that there has been increasing awareness amongst the business entrepreneurs of the most vital contribution made by cost and management accountancy services in the business houses to the attainment of business objectives. This has accentuated the demand for cost and management accounting services in all the sectors of economy. Many members of the Institute are holding top management positions, viz., Managing Director, Finance Director, Financial Controller, Chief Accountant, Cost Controller, Marketing Manager, Chief Internal Auditor. Those managing their own business, have found in themselves a Manager and an Accountant to control and flourish their business. No wonder a Cost Accountant can attain the highest ladder of professional career. There is a sustained demand for qualified, trained and experienced cost accountants. Many members of the Institute are also engaged in cost consultancy services and in teaching cost and management accountancy in Universities and Colleges.

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