CS Executive Programme - Advance Your Corporate Governance Career

8 Papers (2 Groups)

Comprehensive corporate law & governance

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CS Executive Programme

The CS Executive Programme is the second stage in the Company Secretary course, providing in-depth knowledge of company law, corporate governance, securities laws, and business regulations. This crucial phase prepares students for professional practice in corporate compliance and secretarial functions. At ProCom Academy, we offer expert coaching by qualified Company Secretaries with extensive corporate experience. Our comprehensive curriculum covers all 8 papers across two groups with special emphasis on Companies Act, SEBI regulations, and corporate governance principles. Through case studies, practical training, and regular assessments, we ensure students develop strong legal analytical skills essential for success in the CS Executive examination and their corporate career.

About CS Executive Programme

  • Conducting Body: Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI)
  • Course Level: Executive Level (Second Stage)
  • Total Papers: 8 Papers divided into 2 Groups (800 Marks)
  • Group I: Module 1 (4 Papers - 400 Marks)
  • Group II: Module 2 (4 Papers - 400 Marks)
  • Exam Mode: Written examination (Offline)
  • Exam Frequency: Twice a year (June & December)
  • Duration: 3 hours per paper
  • Passing Criteria: Minimum 40% in each paper + 50% aggregate per module
  • Attempt Options: Both modules together OR one module at a time

CS Executive Programme Syllabus - All 8 Papers

MODULE 1 - GROUP I (4 Papers - 400 Marks)

Paper 1: Company Law (100 Marks)

  • The Companies Act, 2013 - Comprehensive Study
  • Nature & Types of Companies
  • Incorporation of Companies & Memorandum/Articles
  • Prospectus & Public Issue
  • Share Capital - Issue, Transfer, Transmission
  • Debentures & Charges
  • Deposits & Loans
  • Directors - Appointment, Powers, Duties, Liabilities
  • Key Managerial Personnel (KMP)
  • Meetings - Board & General Meetings
  • Accounts & Audit
  • Dividend & Bonus Shares
  • Corporate Restructuring - Merger, Amalgamation, Demerger
  • Winding Up & Dissolution
  • Prevention of Oppression & Mismanagement
  • National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)

Paper 2: Cost and Management Accounting (100 Marks)

  • Introduction to Cost Accounting
  • Material Cost - Purchasing, Storing, Pricing
  • Labour Cost - Remuneration Methods
  • Direct Expenses
  • Overheads - Classification, Allocation, Apportionment
  • Cost Sheet Preparation
  • Unit Costing & Output Costing
  • Job Costing & Batch Costing
  • Contract Costing
  • Process Costing
  • Joint Products & By-Products
  • Operating Costing (Service Costing)
  • Standard Costing & Variance Analysis
  • Budgetary Control
  • Marginal Costing & CVP Analysis
  • Activity Based Costing (ABC)

Paper 3: Economic and Commercial Laws (100 Marks)

Part A - Economic Laws (50 Marks):

  • Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999
  • Foreign Trade Policy & Procedures
  • Competition Act, 2002
  • Consumer Protection Act, 2019
  • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016
  • Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) - Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights

Part B - Commercial Laws (50 Marks):

  • The Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • The Sale of Goods Act, 1930
  • The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
  • The Information Technology Act, 2000
  • The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
  • Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008

Paper 4: Tax Laws (100 Marks)

Part A - Income Tax Law (60 Marks):

  • Basic Concepts of Income Tax
  • Residential Status & Tax Incidence
  • Income from Salaries
  • Income from House Property
  • Profits & Gains of Business or Profession
  • Capital Gains
  • Income from Other Sources
  • Clubbing of Income
  • Deductions (Chapter VI-A)
  • Computation of Total Income & Tax
  • TDS & Advance Tax
  • Assessment Procedures

Part B - Goods and Services Tax (40 Marks):

  • GST - Constitutional Framework
  • Levy & Collection of GST
  • Supply under GST
  • Time & Place of Supply
  • Valuation of Supply
  • Input Tax Credit (ITC)
  • Registration under GST
  • Returns & Payments
  • Reverse Charge Mechanism
MODULE 2 - GROUP II (4 Papers - 400 Marks)

Paper 5: Corporate & Management Accounting (100 Marks)

Part A - Corporate Accounting (50 Marks):

  • Accounting for Share Capital
  • Accounting for Debentures
  • Final Accounts of Companies
  • Profit & Loss Appropriation Account
  • Cash Flow Statement (AS 3)
  • Consolidated Financial Statements
  • Accounting for Amalgamation & Reconstruction
  • Valuation of Goodwill & Shares

Part B - Management Accounting (50 Marks):

  • Management Accounting - Concepts & Tools
  • Ratio Analysis
  • Fund Flow Statement
  • Budgets & Budgetary Control
  • Standard Costing
  • Decision Making Techniques

Paper 6: Securities Laws & Compliance (100 Marks)

  • Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Act, 1992
  • Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956
  • Depositories Act, 1996
  • SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
  • SEBI (Issue of Capital & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018
  • SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011
  • SEBI (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018
  • SEBI (Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015
  • Corporate Governance Norms
  • Compliance under Capital Market Regulations

Paper 7: Industrial, Labour & General Laws (100 Marks)

Part A - Industrial & Labour Laws (70 Marks):

  • The Factories Act, 1948
  • The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
  • The Trade Unions Act, 1926
  • The Payment of Wages Act, 1936
  • The Minimum Wages Act, 1948
  • The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965
  • The Employees' Provident Funds Act, 1952
  • The Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948
  • The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
  • The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972

Part B - General Laws (30 Marks):

  • The Environment Protection Act, 1986
  • The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
  • The Right to Information Act, 2005
  • The Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act, 2013

Paper 8: Financial & Strategic Management (100 Marks)

Part A - Financial Management (60 Marks):

  • Financial Management - Scope & Objectives
  • Time Value of Money
  • Cost of Capital
  • Capital Structure Decisions
  • Leverages - Operating, Financial, Combined
  • Capital Budgeting & Investment Decisions
  • Working Capital Management
  • Receivables, Inventory & Cash Management
  • Dividend Decisions
  • Sources of Finance

Part B - Strategic Management (40 Marks):

  • Introduction to Strategic Management
  • Strategic Planning Process
  • Strategic Analysis - SWOT, PESTLE, Porter's Five Forces
  • Strategy Formulation
  • Strategy Implementation & Control
  • Corporate Governance & Ethics

Why Choose ProCom Academy for CS Executive?

  • Qualified CS Faculty: Classes by practicing Company Secretaries
  • Comprehensive Study Material: ICSI books + detailed notes
  • Module-wise Batches: Flexible options for Module I, II or Both
  • Regular Mock Tests: Paper-wise and full-length examinations
  • Case Law Analysis: Practical case studies for legal papers
  • Companies Act Focus: In-depth coverage with latest amendments
  • SEBI Regulations: Updated coverage of securities laws
  • Performance Tracking: Individual progress monitoring
  • Training Guidance: Support for mandatory training registration
  • Success Rate: 70%+ students clear in first attempt

CS Executive Exam Pattern

  • Exam Mode: Written examination (Offline)
  • Duration: 3 hours per paper
  • Total Papers: 8 Papers (Module I: 4, Module II: 4)
  • Total Marks: 100 marks per paper (800 marks total)
  • Question Types: Mix of Theory, Practical, Case Studies
  • Module System: Can attempt both modules or one at a time
  • Pass Marks: Minimum 40% in each paper + 50% aggregate per module
  • Exemption: Papers passed with 60%+ get exemption for 3 attempts
  • Negative Marking: No negative marking

Training Requirements

  • Training Duration: 15 months (minimum)
  • Training Types: EDP + Management Skills Orientation Programme
  • EDP: Executive Development Programme (15 days)
  • When to Start: After passing either module or both
  • Training Areas: Corporate law, compliance, secretarial practice
  • Completion: Required before CS Professional examination
  • ProCom Support: Complete training registration assistance

Course Highlights

  • 6 days a week classes with weekend doubt sessions
  • Chapter-wise tests after topic completion
  • Comprehensive revision before exams
  • Previous 10 years' question papers practice
  • Small batch size (max 25 students)
  • Guest lectures by corporate professionals
  • Latest amendments and case law updates
  • Career counseling and placement support

Career Opportunities After CS

  • Company Secretary: Listed companies (mandatory requirement)
  • Compliance Officer: Banks, NBFCs, Insurance
  • Legal & Secretarial Head: Corporate legal departments
  • Corporate Governance Consultant: Advisory firms
  • Practicing CS: Independent practice providing secretarial services
  • MCA/SEBI/RBI: Regulatory body positions
  • Corporate Counsel: Legal advisory roles
  • IPO Consultant: Capital market advisory

Additional Information

  • After CS Executive, proceed to CS Professional (final stage)
  • Graduates with 50%+ can get direct entry to Executive (exemption from CSEET)
  • CS is mandatory for all listed companies in India
  • High demand in corporate sector due to compliance requirements
  • Average preparation time: 12-18 months for both modules
  • Can pursue dual qualification with CA or CMA

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