08-29-2009, 03:24 AM
Dear Rizwan
Yes, CGA needs at-least 3 years degree if not 4 years, to award designation. If a candidate from Pakistan has 2 year Bachelor degree then he/she must have to do further bridging courses to have degree at Canadian standard. But degree is also CMA Canadaâs and CICA requirement too. So, you have to check with CMA Canada if you go for CMA Canada option. If you have 2 years degree then, unfortunately, CGA is further distant designation for you.
However, you may only get your initial evaluation from CGA, and write on resume that you are a student completing level 4 courses. In interview, you may say that you are completing CGA equivalent courses from University.
I have no idea about CIMA as route for CMA Canada. You may calculate the cost and time required for CIMA. Once I heard about a person completing his CIMA courses in Toronto. Perhaps the exams were proctored through British consulate/embassy here. I am not sure about this availability. Please ask directly from CIMA. Also, confirm that CMA Canada would not have any objection later in conversion as you would have completed CIMA courses while living in Canada. I am saying this because CICA has this requirement for reciprocity exam writers not to attain first designation while living in Canada.
ACCA exams can also be taken here. So, it may be one option too depending on how many exemptions you have basis of ACMA(P). But make sure you do not have enrollment with CGA as student ever, otherwise CGA would not give you designation through ACCA MRA. This MRA is not for ACCA members who have been CGA students.
When you land here in October, make sure you apply for SIN number, health card, open a bank account, and apply for G1 driverâs license. So, when you come back in March 2010, your health card would be ready for use. Send a mailing envelop (with your name and address in Toronto on it) on your probable address in Toronto. You would need this envelop as proof of residence to apply for health card. Ask the person to hold it for you. Also, some years back, there was a requirement that an immigrant cannot live outside Canada for more than 180 days till he becomes citizen. Make sure you come back within 180 days, if this requirement is still valid.
CIA may be a good option too meanwhile. You are exempted from one exam and need to take first three exams. It is quick and doable option. Please check details on IIA website or on this forum.
I hope it helps.
Best Wishes
Yes, CGA needs at-least 3 years degree if not 4 years, to award designation. If a candidate from Pakistan has 2 year Bachelor degree then he/she must have to do further bridging courses to have degree at Canadian standard. But degree is also CMA Canadaâs and CICA requirement too. So, you have to check with CMA Canada if you go for CMA Canada option. If you have 2 years degree then, unfortunately, CGA is further distant designation for you.
However, you may only get your initial evaluation from CGA, and write on resume that you are a student completing level 4 courses. In interview, you may say that you are completing CGA equivalent courses from University.
I have no idea about CIMA as route for CMA Canada. You may calculate the cost and time required for CIMA. Once I heard about a person completing his CIMA courses in Toronto. Perhaps the exams were proctored through British consulate/embassy here. I am not sure about this availability. Please ask directly from CIMA. Also, confirm that CMA Canada would not have any objection later in conversion as you would have completed CIMA courses while living in Canada. I am saying this because CICA has this requirement for reciprocity exam writers not to attain first designation while living in Canada.
ACCA exams can also be taken here. So, it may be one option too depending on how many exemptions you have basis of ACMA(P). But make sure you do not have enrollment with CGA as student ever, otherwise CGA would not give you designation through ACCA MRA. This MRA is not for ACCA members who have been CGA students.
When you land here in October, make sure you apply for SIN number, health card, open a bank account, and apply for G1 driverâs license. So, when you come back in March 2010, your health card would be ready for use. Send a mailing envelop (with your name and address in Toronto on it) on your probable address in Toronto. You would need this envelop as proof of residence to apply for health card. Ask the person to hold it for you. Also, some years back, there was a requirement that an immigrant cannot live outside Canada for more than 180 days till he becomes citizen. Make sure you come back within 180 days, if this requirement is still valid.
CIA may be a good option too meanwhile. You are exempted from one exam and need to take first three exams. It is quick and doable option. Please check details on IIA website or on this forum.
I hope it helps.
Best Wishes
