CA vs. US CMA: Which Course is Better?

The US CMA and CA courses are preferred by candidates entering the field of finance. Chartered Accountants (CA) are responsible for any organization’s core accounting job. They have comprehensive knowledge of auditing, accounting, and taxation. On the other hand, US Certified Management Accountants (US CMA) are responsible for maintaining the balance between resources at disposal of the organization and their expenditures. They have comprehensive knowledge concerning financial and cost management.
The CA course, on average, takes 4.5 years including the mandatory practical training while the US CMA course takes a minimum of 6 to 12 months. Lately, the US CMA course has gained popularity; however, both courses provide ample opportunities.’