Strategic Academic Partnership for Global Accounting Careers
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U.S. CPA and EA preparation integrated into B.Com, BBA and allied undergraduate programs
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First-of-its-kind initiative in Hyderabad embedding global accounting certifications within an undergraduate degree framework
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Addresses gaps in international curriculum exposure and strengthens global career pathways for commerce students
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Aligned with NEP 2020 and India’s growing demand for internationally benchmarked finance professionals
National | 20 January 2026: MoU Signed to Integrate U.S. CPA and EA Pathways into Undergraduate Education Simandhar Education, a leading India-based provider of global accounting and finance certifications, and EThames Business School, Hyderabad—ranked 7th in South India—have signed a strategic academic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The partnership integrates the U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Enrolled Agent (EA) pathways into EThames’ B.Com, BBA and allied undergraduate programs, enabling students to pursue globally recognised U.S.-based accounting and taxation credentials alongside their degree.
A First for Hyderabad’s Undergraduate Business Education
This collaboration marks the first time a business school in Hyderabad has formally embedded CPA and EA preparation within an undergraduate academic framework. The integrated model runs alongside existing degree programs, offering structured exposure to international accounting and U.S. taxation content during the undergraduate years.
Bridging the International Curriculum Gap
The initiative addresses a long-standing gap in India’s undergraduate commerce education, where students often graduate with limited exposure to international accounting standards and global taxation frameworks. By aligning CPA and EA coursework with B.Com and BBA curricula, students gain early and continuous engagement with global frameworks—rather than pursuing them only after graduation.
Industry Perspective: Building Future-Ready Finance Careers
Sripal Jain, CA, US CPA, Co-Founder, Simandhar Education, said the partnership reflects a fundamental shift in finance career building in the AI era.
“Automation is rapidly changing entry-level accounting roles, and degrees alone are no longer sufficient. By integrating globally benchmarked CPA and EA pathways at the undergraduate level, students graduate with skills that are relevant, portable and valued across global finance ecosystems—while gaining clarity and direction much earlier in their careers.”
Integrated Academic Support and Mentoring
Under the MoU, students will receive integrated academic support, structured mentoring, and exam preparation aligned with CPA and EA requirements, along with academic advising on professional certification pathways. The initiative supports career interests across accounting, taxation, financial reporting and related professional services.
Institutional Commitment to Global Readiness
Kali Prasad Gadiraju, Chairman, EThames Business School, said,
“This collaboration goes beyond conventional degree structures. By integrating globally recognised accounting pathways into our undergraduate programs, we are enabling students to build international career readiness alongside their academic journey and meet the evolving expectations of global employers.”
MoU Signing and NEP 2020 Alignment
The MoU signing ceremony was held at the EThames Hyderabad campus in the presence of leadership teams from both institutions. Students will gain access to Simandhar’s learning resources, faculty-led training and mentoring. The initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by strengthening skill integration and industry–academia collaboration at the undergraduate level.
About Simandhar Education
Simandhar Education is a leading India-based professional education company specialising in global accounting and finance certifications, including U.S. CPA, U.S. CMA and Enrolled Agent (EA). The organisation bridges Indian academic pathways with international career opportunities through expert faculty, official study materials, mentoring and placement support.
About EThames Business School
EThames Business School, Hyderabad, is a leading institution offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in management and commerce. Ranked among the higher-tier business schools in South India, EThames emphasises industry-aligned education, practical exposure and outcome-driven learning for national and international careers.
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