Is CA a Better Option Than MBA? A Detailed Comparison
Introduction Choosing between Chartered Accountancy (CA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) can be confusing for commerce students. Both are prestigious and rewarding, but they lead to different career paths. In this post, we’ll compare CA and MBA in detail to help you decide the best option for your career. --- 1. Course Overview CA A professional qualification for accounting, taxation, and auditing. Regulated by ICAI (India). Requires clearing multiple levels (CA Foundation, Intermediate, Final). MBA A postgraduate degree in business management. Offered by universities and B-schools. Specializations include finance, marketing, HR, etc. --- 2. Duration CA: 4.5–5 years (including articleship). MBA: 2 years (Full-time program). --- 3. Eligibility CA: After 12th (Commerce preferred). MBA: Graduation + Entrance exam (CAT, GMAT, etc.) --- 4. Course Fees CA: ₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000 total (very affordable). MBA: ₹5 Lakhs – ₹25 Lakhs (depends on college). --- 5. Difficulty Level C...