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Table of Content
- Introduction
- Highlights of the CS Executive Exam
- Subjects in the ICSI CS Executive New Syllabus
- Topics Covered in the CS Executive Syllabus
- CS Executive Syllabus in Detail
- Conclusion
Introduction
The position of Company Secretary offers well paying jobs as a CS has to deal with a company’s legal activities and maintain records. A CS has to look after all the legal aspects of an organization, including timely payment of taxes.Thus, candidates have to pass all three levels of this course, to become a qualified CS. The CS course is further divided into these levels: CS Foundation, CS Executive and CS Professional.
The new CS Executive syllabus was formulated to be in effect for the June 2020 exam. Read further to understand the CS Executive syllabus and know about the CS Executive subjects as well.
Highlights of the CS Executive Exam
Take a look at the various crucial exam details that an aspirant willing to become a company secretary must know before starting their preparations.
| IMPORTANT DETAILS | |
| Mode of Exam | Pen and paper based exam (Offline mode) |
| Medium of Exam (Language) | English & Hindi |
| Question type | Both Objective and Subjective type questions |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
| Total number of CS Executive Subjects | 2 Modules- 4 papers each |
| Marking Scheme | Correct answer- 2 marks
Wrong answer- Minus marking of 0.25 |
| Marking Scheme ( Paper wise) | Objective Papers- 100 MCQs per paper
Subjective Papers- 6 questions, each divided into 4 parts |
Subjects in the ICSI CS Executive New Syllabus
There are a total of 8 subjects in the CS Executive syllabus, divided into two major modules. They are listed below.
Module 1- CS Executive Subjects:
- Tax Laws
- Company Law
- Setting up of Business Entities and Closure
- Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
Module 2- CS Executive Subjects
- Corporate and Management Accounting
- Financial and Strategic Management
- Security Laws and Capital Markets
- Economic, Business and Financial Laws
Module 1
| PAPER | Topics Covered |
| Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws |
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| Setting up of Business Entities and Closure | Part A- Setting up of Business(40 marks)
Part B- Registration, License & Compliances(35 marks) Part C- Insolvency, Liquidation & Closure of Business(25 marks) |
| Tax Laws | Part A-Direct Tax (50 marks)
Part B- Indirect Taxes (50 marks) |
| Company Law | Part A- Company law, principles and concepts (50 marks)
Part B- Company administration and meetings(40 marks) Part C- Company Secretary as a profession(10 marks) |
Module 2
| PAPER | Topics Covered |
| Corporate and Management Accounting | Part A-Corporate Accounting(40 marks)
Part B-Accounting Standards(15 marks) Part C-Concept & Principles of Valuation(20 marks) Part D- Cost and Management Accounting(25 marks) |
| Financial and Strategic Management | Part A- Financial Management(40 marks)
Part B- Strategic Management(30 marks) Part C- Information Technology(30 marks) |
| Security Laws and Capital Markets | Part A- Security Laws(80 marks)
Part B- Capital Markets & Intermediaries(20 marks) |
| Economic, Business and Financial Laws | Part A- Foreign Exchange Management & NBFCS(40 marks)
Part B- Competition law(25 marks) Part C-Business and Commercial Laws(35 marks) |
CS Executive Syllabus in Detail
Generally, aspirants find it a bit confusing to understand the CS Executive syllabus. But to score good marks, it is essential that an individual has in-depth understanding of all the CS Executive subjects. Read further to get a proper understanding of all the subjects of the CS Executive syllabus.
CS Executive Subjects for Module 1-
- Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws:
As this subject covers topics like various Acts and general rules with specific relief evidence, students have to be more attentive towards this CS Executive subject.
- Setting up of Business Entities and Closure:
This section tests the ability and knowledge of a candidate in the field of business execution and management. They must understand the closure related issues of a business.
- Tax Laws:
A company secretary has to ensure timely submission of tax payments and handle taxation related matters in a company. Thus, students get to learn tax return management and calculation in this paper.
- Company Law:
A major part of a company secretary’s task is to handle the legal aspects of an organization. Hence, candidates must be aware of the laws related to company matters. This is particularly why this section has been added to this paper. Aspirants not only learn about the laws related to companies in India, but also learn on a Global level.
CS Executive Subjects for Module 2-
- Corporate and Management Accounting:
This particular paper is concerned with constructing effective accounting systems, which helps in keeping records and handling financial transactions. The skills achieved are beneficial to the candidates in future, when they set foot into the business world.
- Financial and Strategic Management:
The students get to know of the various ways to handle finances, and ways to ensure an effective usage of funds. As this section of the CS Executive syllabus tests a candidate’s knowledge of strategic and financial management in a company, it plays a vital role in the whole professional journey of a company secretary.
- Security Laws and Capital Markets:
Candidates get to understand the legal aspects of the business industry, and learn various government regulations specified for both public and private companies.
- Economic, Business and Financial Laws:
A company secretary has to be aware of the various facets of the commercial and business laws. This section helps a CS to be well informed about these laws, which shall be helpful to safeguard their organization from any legal issue.
Conclusion
The CS Executive exam is normally held two times in a year, that is in the months of June and December.
Applicants who successfully complete the CS Executive syllabus and pass the CS exam, stand a chance to work in corporate governance, foreign collaborations and secretariat boards. It is a course of 9 months and students have to complete the whole CS Executive syllabus and cover all the CS Executive subjects during this given period of time.
Frequently Asks Questions
How many modules are there in CS Executive?
There are 2 modules in CS Executive.
How many subjects are there in CS Executive?
There are 8 subjects in CS Executive divided in 2 modules.
What subjects are there in CS Executive Module 1?
There are 4 subjects in CS Executive Module 1
- Tax Laws
- Jurisprudence, Interpretation & General Laws
- Company Law
- Setting up of Business Executive & Closure
What subjects are there in CS Executive Module 2?
There are 4 subjects in CS Executive Module 2
- Corporate & Management Accounting
- Economics, Business & Commercial laws
- Financial & Strategic Management
- Securities Law & Capital Market