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LARGEST CMA BODY IN THE GLOBEQ MENTORING FUTURE-READY PROFESSIONALS.

[Audio] Today, we will discuss the CMA course and its global impact. The Institute of Cost Accountants of India, or ICMAI, is the largest CMA body in the world, producing future-ready professionals. Slide number 2 shows the reach of the CMA course, which is now recognized in over 100 countries. The CMA designation is highly respected and beneficial for aspiring professionals. This is thanks to ICMAI, a statutory body under an Act of Parliament, known for their rigorous curriculum and expert faculty. The success stories of CMAs worldwide demonstrate their competence and ability in facing global market challenges. ICMAI also provides support and mentorship for future CMAs, ensuring their preparedness for their careers. The CMA course is not just a degree, but a lifelong journey of growth and development. Visit www.icmai.in for more information about ICMAI and the CMA course, a user-friendly platform for all CMA-related needs. In conclusion, the CMA course is a global phenomenon, thanks to the dedication and commitment of ICMAI in producing future-ready professionals. Let us appreciate their efforts and the impact they have on the global market. Now, let us move on to the next slide and explore the world of CMA in more detail..

[Audio] Slide number 3 introduces the topic of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI), the largest CMA body in the world. Established in 1959 under an Act of Parliament, the ICMAI is responsible for regulating and developing the Cost and Management Accountancy profession in India under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. As a statutory body, the ICMAI strives for the highest standards of professionalism and excellence in this field. The Institute offers guidance and support to its members, who are future-ready professionals, to contribute to the country's economy. Its mission is to promote continuous learning and values of integrity, accountability, and ethics among its members. The ICMAI also works towards establishing a global presence for the Indian CMA profession and forming international partnerships. With great pride as the leading CMA body in the world, the ICMAI continues to set a benchmark for professional excellence. Moving on to the next slide, we will explore the various courses offered by the Institute..

[Audio] We will discuss the impressive growth and global reach of the largest CMA body and its role in mentoring future-ready professionals. This CMA body has over 100000 qualified professionals and 500000 students, making it the largest of its kind worldwide. The organization's size and numbers demonstrate its high quality and trust among its members. But the reach of this CMA body goes beyond its numbers. With 4 regional councils in Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, and Mumbai, professionals have a wider and more diverse network for learning and collaboration. Additionally, the CMA body has a strong presence at the local level with 117 chapters across the country. These chapters provide a platform for members to connect, share knowledge, and engage in discussions related to their profession. These numbers highlight the impressive growth and impact of the CMA body, and its dedication to mentoring the next generation of professionals. Through a strong support system and valuable resources, this organization is shaping the future of the profession and creating a community of competent and future-ready CMA professionals. Thank you for your attention on this slide..

[Audio] Slide number 5 of our presentation discusses the steps to becoming a CMA and our commitment to mentoring future-ready professionals. To become a CMA, one must first pass the Foundation Course after completing Class 10 or its equivalent. It is important to note that Class 12 must also be passed before taking the CMA Examination. Students in Class 12 can apply on a provisional basis. Once admitted to the Foundation Course, candidates can register for the Intermediate Course after passing the CMA Foundation Examination. Graduates of any discipline can also apply, and those awaiting final results can apply provisionally. Additionally, candidates who have passed CAT Level - I, CA Intermediate, or are qualified engineers are also eligible for the Intermediate Course. Our goal is to provide opportunities for a diverse group of individuals to become future-ready professionals in management accounting. Our rigorous and comprehensive courses aim to shape the next generation of CMA professionals. This concludes slide number 5..

[Audio] Today, we will be discussing the various courses offered by our organization. These courses are divided into three levels: foundation, intermediate, and final. The foundation course includes four papers: P1 for business laws and communication, P2 for financial and cost accounting, P3 for business mathematics and statistics, and P4 for business economics and management. Moving on to the intermediate course, there are two groups of papers. Group I includes P5 for business laws and ethics, P6 for financial accounting, P7 for direct and indirect taxation, and P8 for cost accounting. Group II of the intermediate course includes P9 for operations and strategic management, P10 for corporate accounting and auditing, P11 for financial management and data analytics, and P12 for management accounting. Finally, the advanced papers in our final course will equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their careers and make a significant impact in the business world. We hope this presentation has provided a better understanding of our courses and how they can benefit your future career. We look forward to welcoming you to our program and helping you achieve your goals as a successful and future-ready professional..

[Audio] Practical Training is a critical step for those pursuing a career as a CMA professional. As the largest CMA body in the world, ICMAI provides assurance of high-quality training. With a network of over 15000 companies, ICMAI offers various practical training opportunities at the intermediate level. This hands-on experience is valuable in developing the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career. Additionally, ICMAI partners with trusted training partners to further enhance skills and prepare for a future-ready career. Choosing ICMAI guarantees the best training and guidance to reach one's full potential. Let's not waste any more time and take advantage of this opportunity to kickstart the journey towards success. Investing in oneself and becoming a future-ready professional with ICMAI is a wise decision..

[Audio] ICMAI, the largest CMA body in the world, has recently partnered with NPTEL, a joint venture between prominent institutions under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. This collaboration gives our students and members access to a vast online repository of courses in engineering, basic sciences, and selected humanities and social sciences. This is a valuable opportunity for all to develop their skills and knowledge in various fields. The initiative will be carried out by IIT Madras through NPTEL, offering skill enhancement courses specifically for ICMAI students and members. These courses include Soft Skills at the intermediate level, taught by renowned faculty Prof. Binod Mishra from IIT Roorkee, and Business Intelligence and Analytics at the final level, taught by esteemed Prof. Saji K Mathew from IIT Madras. We hope this information has piqued your interest and that you are eager to take advantage of this opportunity. Let us strive for excellence and become future-ready professionals. Thank you..

[Audio] On slide 9 out of 19, we will be discussing the largest CMA body in the world and our commitment to mentoring future-ready professionals. This slide contains a table with information on our course fees, not including examination fees. Inland courses have a fee of INR 6000 for the foundation course and INR 23,100 for the intermediate course. Foreign courses have a fee of $250 for the foundation course and $1,100 for the intermediate course. For the Final course, the fee is INR 25000 for Inland students and $800 for Foreign students. We also offer installment options for both Inland and Foreign courses. We understand that pursuing higher education can be expensive, but our total CMA course cost is lower than the annual interest on a loan for the same purpose and is the most affordable among all professional courses. If you're looking for a cost-effective option to advance your career, consider our CMA courses for their top-quality education and affordable price. Thank you for your attention and stay tuned for more information on our mentoring and shaping of future-ready professionals..

[Audio] Slide number 10 of our presentation discusses the largest CMA body in the world, dedicated to mentoring future-ready professionals. Our belief in the power of education to shape the future drives us to support those facing financial or physical challenges in pursuing their dreams. To ensure equal opportunities, we have established a scholarship scheme for economically disadvantaged but deserving students. The maximum allotment is 500 per term for foundation level and 300 per term for intermediate level, aimed at relieving the financial burden and helping students reach their full potential. We also recognize the additional challenges faced by students with more than 40% disability and have a refund of fees scheme in place for them. We are excited to introduce the CMA National Scholarship Scheme 2024-2025, with a maximum allotment of 50 per term for intermediate level. This opportunity is open to the top 5 female and top 5 male rank holders from any stream in any recognized university per academic year. To learn more about our various scholarship and financial aid options, please visit our website at https://icmai.in/studentswebsite/Financial_Aids.php. We are devoted to creating a more inclusive and accessible environment for all students and are proud to support those striving to become future-ready professionals. We are confident that our scholarship schemes will have a positive impact on the lives of many students..

[Audio] Slide number 11 out of 19 showcases the different roles and positions held by our members in the financial industry. Our members include Risk Managers, Financial Analysts, Credit Analysts, Internal Auditors, Project Accountants, Financial Accountants, Heads of Finance, Cost Advisors, Finance Controllers, Cost Controllers, and Deans or Professors of Finance. These positions are crucial in managing financial operations, analyzing data, and making strategic decisions for companies and organizations. Our mission is to continue mentoring and developing future-ready professionals who will shape the future of the finance world. Stay tuned for the final slides of this presentation..

[Audio] We will be discussing the identified areas that our CMA body focuses on in slide number 12. These areas are crucial in the world of finance and management, and our organization is proud to be the largest CMA body in the world. Our mission is to develop and mentor professionals who are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in these areas. Our CMA body covers a wide range of disciplines, including cost and management accounting, finance and accounts, taxation, internal control and auditing, treasury and investment management, project management, financial and business analysis, systems analysis and management, academia, banking, resource management, risk management, and financial reporting and strategies. We also offer even more specializations and areas of expertise. Our organization is constantly evolving and expanding to meet the changing demands of the industry. Our goal is to prepare our members to become leaders and experts in their fields by offering a diverse and comprehensive curriculum. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a fresh graduate, our CMA body has something to offer. We appreciate your participation in this presentation and hope you have gained a better understanding of the opportunities our organization provides. Stay tuned for the next slide, where we will explore the benefits of being a part of the largest CMA body and how we mentor professionals to become future-ready..

[Audio] We pride ourselves on our commitment to mentoring future-ready professionals, as the largest CMA body in the world. Our impressive track record of placement successes is a reflection of this commitment. Over the last five years, we have successfully placed over 4000 individuals through our campus placement drives. Our students' dedication and hard work, along with the quality of education they receive at CMA, are the reasons for this achievement. Aside from numbers, we also strive to provide the best opportunities for our students. Our highest CTC offered in placement drives is an impressive 36 lakh rupees per annum, with an average of 12 lakh rupees per annum. Our placement drives attract the active participation of prestigious organizations such as PSUs, MNCs, Big 6 consulting firms, and other reputable companies. These recruiters are consistently impressed with the caliber of our students and actively seek out our graduates for employment. At CMA, our focus is not just on providing quality education, but also on preparing our students for successful careers. With our track record of placement successes and the active participation of renowned recruiters, you can trust that your future as a CMA graduate is in good hands. Thank you for your attention..

[Audio] Slide number 14 of our presentation will focus on the CMA qualification, which is highly regarded in the corporate world and has recently received recognition from the University Grants Commission in India. This recognition is a testament to the quality education and rigorous program that the CMA offers. With this recognition, CMA qualified professionals can now have the same opportunities as individuals with a post-graduate degree. In addition, the CMA qualification provides credit transfer and exemptions for courses at IGNOU, allowing students to save time and money while gaining a comprehensive education. The CMA qualification not only serves as a certification, but also opens doors to further opportunities and professional growth. Stay tuned for more updates on the CMA program..

[Audio] In the past few years, there has been a significant shift towards gender diversity in the largest CMA body in the world. The male to female ratio has improved from 70% male to 30% female in 2012-2013, to 52% male to 48% female in 2023-2024. This positive trend and commitment show our dedication to creating a more balanced and inclusive environment for all members. By having equal representation of both genders, we can foster a more dynamic and inclusive community where all voices are valued and heard. This also allows for a diverse range of perspectives, ideas, and solutions to be brought to the table, resulting in better decision making and overall growth of the CMA body. Our efforts in mentoring and supporting future-ready professionals, regardless of their gender, have led to this achievement. Our dedication to diversity and inclusivity not only benefits our members, but also sets an example for other organizations to follow. We are proud of the progress we have made and will continue to strive towards our goal of being a diverse and inclusive community. Our commitment to gender equality and diversity remains strong, and we will continue to work towards a more balanced ratio in the future. Let us celebrate this accomplishment and use it as inspiration to continue towards a future where all professionals, regardless of their gender, have equal opportunities to reach their full potential..

[Audio] This is slide 16 out of 19 of our presentation. We will be discussing the various chapters of our organization located in different regions across the globe. For the Western region, we have the Ahmedabad, Aurangabad, Baroda, Bharuch-Ankleshwar, Bhilai, Bhopal, Bilaspur, Goa, Indore-Dewas, Jabalpur, Kalyan-Ambernath, Kolhapur-Sangli, Kutch Gandhidham, Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Pimpri-Chinchwad-Akurdi, Pune, Raipur, Singrauli, Solapur, Surat-South Gujarat, Vapi-Daman-Silvassa, and Vindhyanagar chapters. In the Southern region, our chapters include Bengaluru, Cochin, Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Godavari, Hosur, Hyderabad, Kottayam, Kozhikode-Malappuram, Madurai, Mangalore, Mysore, Nellai-Pearl, Nellore, Neyveli, Palakkad, Pondicherry, Ranipet-Vellore, Salem, Sathavahana, Thrissur, Tiruchirappalli, Tirupati, Trivandrum, Ukkunagaram, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Warangal. Moving on to the Northern region, we have the Agra-Mathura, Ajmer-Bhilwara, Allahabad, Beawar, Bhiwani, Bikaner-Jhunjhunu, Chandigarh-Panchkula-Mohali, Dehradun, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Greater Noida, Gurgaon, Hardwar-Rishikesh, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jammu, Jhansi, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Karnal-Panipat, Kota, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Meerut, Naya Nangal, Noida, Patiala, Rewari, Saharanpur, Shimla, Sonepat, and Srinagar chapters. Lastly, our Eastern region consists of Agartala, Asansol, Balasore, Bankura, Bhubaneswar, Bokaro Steel City, Chandrapura, Cuttack-Jagatsinghpur-Kendrapara, Dhanbad-Sindri, Duliajan, Durgapur, Guwahati, Hazaribag, Howrah, Jajpur-Keonjhar, Jamshedpur, Kharagpur, Muzaffarpur, Naihati-Ichapur, Patna, Patna Saheb, Rajpur, Ranchi, Rourkela, Sambalpur, Serampore-Hooghly, Siliguri-Gangtok, South Odisha, and Talcher-Angul chapters. This extensive network of chapters showcases our position as the largest CMA body in the world. Our goal is to mentor and shape future professionals in management accounting, and with the support of our dedicated chapters, we are able to achieve this. Thank you for listening and we hope you have a better understanding of our organization's global reach. Let's move on to the next slide for more information..

[Audio] The largest CMA body in the world plays a crucial role in mentoring future professionals. Let's take a closer look at the countries that are a part of this organization. Slide number 17 displays the list of countries that have recognized the value of the CMA body in shaping and guiding aspiring professionals. These countries include Botswana, Bahrain, Canada, Dubai, Muscat, Tanzania, Zambia, Washington, and London. Each country has its own unique landscape and culture, but they all share a common goal - to enhance the quality and standards of the accounting and finance industry. By joining the CMA body, these countries not only create opportunities for their own professionals but also contribute to the global network of mentorship and knowledge sharing. This results in a strong and united community of professionals who continuously learn and grow together. The CMA body connects these countries through professional development programs, networking events, and educational resources, allowing members to learn from each other and exchange valuable insights and best practices. Together, these countries are shaping the future for the next generation of professionals and making a global impact with their dedication to mentorship. As we approach the end of the presentation, let's remember the power and potential of the largest CMA body and its role in mentoring future professionals. Let's continue to inspire and empower each other through this organization..

[Audio] The organization is dedicated to becoming the largest CMA body in the world and is also focused on mentoring and developing professionals for the future. Regional councils are spread across the globe to support members. In the Western India region, the WIRC is situated in Mumbai with its headquarters at Rohit Chambers. The team at WIRC is committed to providing top resources and support for members to become future-ready professionals. In the Southern region, the SIRC is based in Chennai with CMA Bhawan as its headquarters. The team at SIRC offers necessary training and guidance for members to become future-ready professionals. The Eastern region is home to the EIRC located in Kolkata with CMA Bhawan as its residence. The team at EIRC is dedicated to uplifting and empowering members to become future-ready professionals. Our regional councils in the Western, Southern, and Eastern regions are working towards building a strong and united community of CMA professionals. Together, our goal is to become the largest CMA body in the world. We are happy to have you join us on this journey and look forward to having you as part of our community of future-ready professionals..

[Audio] Thank you for joining us today to learn about the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI), the largest CMA body in the world. ICMAI is a statutory body under an act of Parliament and is dedicated to creating well-prepared professionals through its mentoring program. As our presentation comes to a close, we would like to extend our gratitude to ICMAI for their continuous efforts in shaping the future of cost accountants in India and beyond. We are honored to represent the prestigious ICMAI logo and their mission of producing highly skilled professionals in the field of cost accounting. For more information on ICMAI, please visit their website at www.icmai.in. We appreciate your attendance and hope that our presentation has provided you with a better understanding of the largest CMA body in the world and its goal of mentoring future-ready professionals..