Virtual classroom

Delivery format

12 months

Course duration 

300+ hours

Learning Hours

19 October 2024

Upcoming batch start date



For more details on the programme, reach out to:

Sabiha Saroa
sabihasaroa@kpmg.com
+91 7036406625

Programme overview


KPMG in India’s US Certified Public Accountant (US CPA) Test Preparation Course aims to prepare and support candidates intending to pursue a career as a US CPA.

The course is 100% live online instructor-led taught by KPMG in India faculty. It is powered by Gleim Publications Inc. an eminent and renowned review provider in US CPA test prep content.

Programme highlights

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  • 100% live virtual classes with doubt clearing support
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  • 300+ hours taught over 12 months
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  • Weekend classes and doubt-clearing sessions on weekdays
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  • 90 hours of workshop sessions, mentoring sessions, and doubt-clearing sessions. 
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  • 1300+ task-based simulations, 10,000 + MCQs, and flashcards
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  • End-to-end support from KPMG in India on eligibility counseling, test preparation, examination and license, and career development
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  • Access up-to-date US CPA content from Gleim Publications Inc.

Why enroll with KPMG in India?

Learn accounting from practitioners




  • 100% faculty are practicing accountants and finance practitioners from KPMG in India
  • Practitioners rely on evidence and past experiences, bringing real-life scenarios to the session
  • Candidates learn application of knowledge beyond concepts and theories, which is critical for clearing the US CPA exam
  • Attend finance and accounting masterclasses from KPMG global professionals

100% live instructor-led sessions




  • Interact with KPMG in India professionals every weekend for 12 months
  • Get your questions answered live in additional doubt clearing sessions, mentoring sessions
  • Access online recording of live sessions

Proven content from Gleim Publications Inc




  • 91% US CPA exam sections passed by Gleim students.
  • Content supported with exam simulations, flashcards, and MCQ banks

Masterclasses with KPMG in India practitioners and Gleim Publications Inc instructors


  • Attend finance and accounting masterclasses
  • Get an overview of global accounting standards and best practices

Who is this programme for?

graduates-postgraduates
Graduates and postgraduates with a degree in finance, accounting or commerce
working-professionals

Working professionals with a background in taxation, auditing, accounting and management consultancy

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Semi-qualified or qualified accountants looking to upskill as a global accountant
graduates-postgraduates
Finance candidates looking to build a career in US-based firms and GCCs

CPA eligibility

For CPA exam you need 120 credits (90 credits (pre-education option))

For CPA license you need 150 credits

  • General rule: Every year of university education in India is equivalent to 30 semester credits of US education.
  • Using 1 year = 30 credits,
    • B.Com From NAAC “A” university with first class = 120 credits*
    • B.Com + M.Com/MBA = 90 credits + 60 credits = 150 credits
    • B.Com + CA/CS/CWA = 90 credits + 60 credits = 150 credits

CA/CS/CWA is recognized by few U.S. states as equivalent to 2 - 3 years of U.S. education

Learning journey



Eligibility counselling and support


  • Eligibility counselling and document verification
  • Support with online application for international credential evaluation


Test preparation



  • Live sessions on weekends
  • Doubt clarification sessions
  • Adaptive and mock exam classroom discussions
  • Access to printed and digital content
  • Access to MCQ banks and practice tools
  • Audio and video recordings


Examination and Licensing process


  • Examination registration and scheduling process
  • Assistance with Ethics examination requirements
  • Guidance on work experience eligibility requirements
  • Documentation support for NASBA


Mentoring and career development


  • Resume building and Linkedln profiling
  • Building a personal brand
  • Interview preparation and salary
  • Negotiations
  • Group mentoring

Programme curriculum

Term 1 - Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR)


  • Kick-off
  • Weekend session of 48 hours with a teach-back session
  • One-on-one mentorship sessions, doubt-clearing sessions
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 1) discussion
  • Mid-term review
  • 32-hour weekend sessions with a teach-back session
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 2 & 3) discussion
  • Exam ready with KPMG
  • Mock exam 1 & 2 discussion

Term 2 – Auditing and attestation (AUD)



  • Kick-off
  • Weekend session of 40 hours with a teach-back session
  • One-on-one mentorship sessions, doubt-clearing sessions
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 1) discussion
  • Mid-term review
  • 32-hour weekend sessions with a teach-back session
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 2 & 3) discussion
  • Exam ready with KPMG
  • Mock exam 1 & 2 discussion

Term 3 – Taxation and Regulation (REG)



  • Kick-off
  • Weekend session of 36 hours with a teach-back session
  • One-on-one mentorship sessions, doubt-clearing sessions
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 1) discussion
  • Mid term review
  • 32-hour weekend sessions with a teach-back session
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 2 & 3) discussion
  • Exam ready with KPMG
  • Mock exam 1 & 2 discussion

Term 4 – Discipline section



  • Kick-off
  • Weekend sessions of 36 hours with a teach-back session
  • One-on-one mentorship sessions, doubt-clearing sessions
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 1) discussion
  • Mid-term review
  • 32-hour weekend sessions with a teach-back session
  • KPMG in India Prep exam (Adaptive exam 2 & 3) discussion
  • Exam ready with KPMG
  • Mock exam 1 & 2 discussion

Application process and programme fee

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To register


For more details about the programme or to know more about the enrolment process, reach out to Sabiha Saroa at sabihasaroa@kpmg.com or call at +91 7036406625

KPMG in India professionals will review your application for eligibility



 

Programme fee


The next batch starts from 19 October 2024

Fee for all 4 modules: INR 90,000 plus 18% GST.

Fee per module: INR 33,750 plus 18% GST

*No cost EMI options available