Will I Get Good Opportunities After Completing CPA At Age 45?

Ans: Hello Aniruddha,

To begin with, thank you for contacting us. I am happy to hear that your nephew has cleared his CA in 2021 and now wishes to pursue MS in Accounting and CPA in the USA. To answer your question first, I would like to tell you that there are numerous benefits associated with pursuing an MS in Accounting in the USA on completion of CA. Doing so, deepens one’s comprehension of accounting concepts, broadens expertise in specialized fields of study, as well as supplements the CA qualification. Not just that, knowledge and reputation is enhanced, particularly in the US accounting business, through pursuing CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification alongside.

I would recommend that your nephew takes into account prominent universities offering MS in Accounting,viz., University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Southern California, or University of Texas at Austin. The CPA prerequisites for each state is unique, nevertheless, states viz., California, New York, and Texas frequently have numerous options and thriving accounting businesses.

Remember that based on the location, university opted for, and the duration of the course, the costs can differ greatly, but could span from $30,000 to $70,000 or higher annually. Also bear in mind that based on variables such as the geography, work experience, and work role, salaries for CPAs in the USA can range from $50,000 to $100,000+ per year after graduation.

Individual choices, professional goals, as well as financial constraints play a key role in selecting a state and university for their CPA education. To make an educated choice, I would suggest that your nephew conducts an all-round study as well gets in touch with academic counselors or industry experts for advice.

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Ans: If you have adequate financial background and / or other sources of regular income to run the family for around 18 months to 2 years, then your decision is good. Some of the employers of US CPA are Deloitte, PWC, Infosys, KPMG, Bosch, CTS, Accenture, Capegemini etc. As you have mentioned that you joined last year, by now you should have researched about the opportunities in these companies through LinkedIn & other sources for this qualification. As you have already 15 years of experience and if you complete the course with good score (depends upon the discipline exam you have chosen), getting a job won't be a problem for Senior Level Position as you are 44+. However, if you have not researched yet, please put job alerts NOW in LinkedIn for US CPA qualification to know the job market trends / JD & most importantly, AGE LIMIT to apply for the same. Please note US CPA Program provides only job assistance and NOT job guarantee. All the BEST for Your Bright Future.

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Ans: Pursuing a Master's in Accounting and Analytics in the United States offers numerous benefits, including a 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT) and a possible 24-month OPT extension, allowing up to 3 years of work in the US. The program is designed to meet the strong demand for qualified CPAs and accounting professionals due to changing tax laws, compliance concerns, and corporate governance standards. With a CPA and 20 years of experience, you can target top positions as Financial Analyst, Controller, or CFO. The program also provides access to advanced analytics tools, U.S.-specific accounting knowledge, and a worldwide network. However, as a first-time investor, you should consider factors such as financial constraints, job market competition, ROI, relocation and adaptability, and visa and immigration policy risks. To maximize networking, you better research highly ranked colleges with stellar accounting and analytics professional placement records and consider scholarships, assistantships, or part-time employment options.
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Ans: Learning is a continuous process. So doing a course in Finance should not be a problem. As far as getting into LnD domain, start with being a faculty in one of the colleges or can start with taking private tuitions. See if it suits you. If it does, then you can decide to make the switch.