Short term useful course

Hey Raji! Great that you’re looking to upskill alongside your CA Final preparations. Here’s a quick take on the courses you mentioned:

1. Financial Modelling (IMS Proschool)

• Very practical skill, especially useful if you want to work in finance, valuation, investment banking, or even corporate finance.

• Helps build Excel skills + ability to analyze business cases.

• Good for interviews and client-facing roles.

2. Ind AS Certification (EY)

• Focused on Indian Accounting Standards, very relevant as Ind AS is mandatory for listed and large companies.

• Deep dive into accounting principles, useful if you want to specialize in accounting, audit, or financial reporting.

• Adds credibility, especially for audit or advisory roles.

3. DipIFR (KPMG/PwC)

• Diploma in International Financial Reporting Standards.

• Globally recognized and ideal if you want to work with multinational companies or in global accounting roles.

• Good if you want to deepen your understanding of IFRS beyond Ind AS.

What to choose?

• If your goal is audit/financial reporting/accounting: Go for Ind AS certification or DipIFR (DipIFR has wider international acceptance).

• If your goal is finance, valuation, or corporate strategy: Go for Financial Modelling.

• If time is limited, start with one course that aligns best with your career goals and interests.

Bonus tips:

• Check course duration, fees, and flexibility.

• Some courses offer placement or internship support, which might be a bonus.

• Since you’re preparing for CA Final, pick a course that won’t overload your schedule.

Hey I would say those are great options! And I hope one of them has paved you a path towards your goal. I just figured I'd add one more to the list as a suggestion. It's IIM SKills Financial Modelling and Valuation course. Heard really good things about it. Very content oriented and they provide online classes.   Plus it's a good blend of old school excel approach and using generative AI to their advantage to get faster results.