CA + CS OR CA + CFA????


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I am a CA PE II (appearing in June 2009) and CS final student

Recently one of my friend cleared CFA and he got a job with Birla Sunlife, paying 2.5 as starter. He is a CA final student. Compared to my friend who completed MBA this year and is  still struggling for a good job in this recession period. (NOTE: He is a grad only). My friend who is a CFA suggested me to either quit CS and do CFA or continue CS and CFA BUT DON"T GO FOR MBA.

My question: Is CS a better option in today's time with CA?? CFA is yet not popular but reportedly it is one and only one option that might boom within next few years giving an option instead of MBA

Also, CFA and CS have no direct relation with Recession or no matter what the tough times are. They are in demand always.

I personally hate doing MBA as it wastes by precious 2 years of articleship. As such in CA where experience and practical work counts.

Is it better to stick with CA and CS??? or should I go for CFA + CA???

I am confused as to what should i combine with my CA for a better pay tomorrow.

Please suggest good advise and motivation from your part.

thanks :)