Choosing Between an Executive MBA in Dubai and a CFA: Which Complements a CA Better?

Dear All,

I am a chartered accountant currently based in Dubai. I would like to seek your opinions on which option would be more beneficial for me: pursuing an Executive MBA from SP Jain Institute Dubai or obtaining a CFA qualification. Both are valuable courses, but I am uncertain about which one would complement my CA qualification better.

Regards,
Mayank

Hi,

You do not have to think twice, but there is absolutely no point in doing an MBA after completing CA. My sincere suggestion to you is to go for CFA.

Regards,
Pujari

Absolutely SP Jain... Incidentally, my cousin has also done his CA and then the 2-year SP Jain course. SP Jain is in the top 5 institutes in Maharashtra and competes with Bajaj for its 2-year programs. SP Jain any day!

Dear Mr. Mayank,

I believe you are referring to the EMBA weekend program at the Dubai campus of SP Jain. As one of the CiteHR members mentioned, it is indeed beneficial if it is a regular MBA program. However, if it is an EMBA, then pursuing a CFA may be the best option for you.

Regards,
Pujari

Dear SP Jain,

No doubt, SP Jain ranks in the top 10 lists. However, the ranking is for SPJ in India and not for the Dubai Campus.

I have a friend who has gone through this program in Dubai without much success. One must note that these extension campuses don't provide quality education.

You should, without a doubt, move ahead with your CFA plans.

All the best,
Prasnath Nair

You have already received good inputs from other members. I would like to suggest that if you take up an MBA course, it will give you an overall perspective on business management, apart from the knowledge of finance. As you progress in your career, the role does not remain that of a specialist; it becomes much more generalist in nature.

Many corporations prefer MBAs because of the breadth of knowledge that they offer, as opposed to the depth of knowledge. With your CA degree, if you aim to broaden your knowledge, you may consider pursuing an MBA. However, if you prefer to deepen your expertise, you may choose to pursue a CFA.

Hope this helps.