Manav Rachna Collaborates with Grant Thornton Bharat to Elevate Global Accounting Education

By siliconindia  |  Friday, 07 June 2024, 18:08 IST

Manav Rachna Collaborates with Grant Thornton Bharat to Elevate Global Accounting Education
  • Manav Rachna's School of Commerce partners with Grant Thornton Bharat to offer a combined M.Com and CPA qualification.
  • Through this collaboration, students will gain comprehensive knowledge in financial reporting, auditing, and US taxation through workshops and seminars.
  • This partnership opens doors to exceptional career prospects in top multinational firms.
The School of Commerce (SoC) at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Grant Thornton Bharat, a leading consulting firm, to integrate the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification into the Master of Commerce (M.Com) program. This alliance underscores SoC’s dedication to providing students with a robust platform for acquiring globally recognized industry credentials through a dual degree – M.Com with CPA certification.
The two-year M.Com with CPA program spans various critical accounting domains, including financial reporting, auditing, corporate governance, and US taxation. This collaboration is set to mold students into adept global accountants by providing them with practical industry insights.
Dr. Prashant Bhalla, President of Manav Rachna Educational Institutions, added, “This MoU is a testament to our continuous efforts to offer our students a blend of academic excellence and industry relevance. By integrating the CPA certification with our M.Com program, we are ensuring our students are well-prepared to meet the demands of the global accounting industry.”
Dr. Sanjay Srivastava, Vice Chancellor, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies, commented, “Our collaboration with Grant Thornton Bharat is a significant step towards enriching our curriculum with practical industry knowledge. It aligns with our mission to provide students with a holistic education that combines theoretical learning with real-world application.”
Siddharth Talwar, Partner at Grant Thornton Bharat, remarked, “This collaboration will significantly enhance the global recognition of students from Manav Rachna, equipping them with comprehensive knowledge in financial reporting, auditing, and US taxation. Our aim is to shape students into proficient global accountants, blending academic rigor with real world insights. The partnership promises to open new avenues for students, ensuring they receive industry-relevant education and hands-on experience through expert-led workshops and seminars.”
Dr. Monika Goel, Dean, School of Commerce at MRIIRS, stated, “The partnership with Grant Thornton Bharat LLP allows our students to gain prestigious CPA qualifications alongside their M.Com degrees, equipping them with the skills and industry exposure needed to excel in the global accounting field. This not only enhances their academic experience but also opens doors to exceptional career opportunities in top multinational firms.”
The two-year M. Com with CPA offers bandwidth in multiple accounting areas, including financial reporting, auditing, corporate governance, and US taxation. The association will go a long way in shaping students as global accountants with practical insights from industry.
As part of this initiative, Grant Thornton Bharat will deliver the content for both the M.Com and CPA courses, ensuring that students receive top notch knowledge delivery that prepares them for the certification. This paves the way for students to augment their learning through skill-based certification programs, corporate exposure, and promising career opportunities worldwide, facilitated by expert lectures, workshops, seminars, and training programs, enhancing their future career prospects.
 
Source: Press Release

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