Chartered Accountancy (CA)
CA has three levels: Foundation, Intermediate and Final, with practical training. Its focus areas include auditing, taxation, financial reporting and financial management.
CMA India
CMA India also has Foundation, Intermediate and Final levels. It concentrates on cost accounting, cost audit and management decision-making, and is relevant to manufacturing, public sector and consulting roles.
ACCA (UK)
ACCA is an international qualification arranged in three levels: Knowledge, Skill and Professional. It covers audit, taxation, financial reporting and management and is designed for international mobility.
CMA USA
The US CMA has two parts: Financial Planning, Performance and Analytics, and Strategic Financial Management. It is oriented towards corporate finance and business analysis.
Which one is right for me?
There is no single best choice. It depends on your interests, where you want to work and how long you plan to study. Speak to an advisor and review each body's official website for current requirements.