I am not studying for the CPA program but...
I was studying for the CA program (Chartered Accountant - i am in Canada) and just completed the 3-day national exam 10 days ago. If I pass the exam (having my fingers crossed), I will get my CA in 2 years. I know I can take some extra exams so I get a CPA designation after I get my CA. CPA is definitely on my to-do list in the future.
Good luck everyone!
Just curious, why do you want to do CPA after doing CA? CA in Canada is one of the most difficult post-grad accounting qualifications in the world (I am in Australia and have friends who have done it in Canada, USA, UK and South Africa - We don't have to do the three-day exam!) and is recognized internationally? Not starting a CA vs. CPA debate, just genuinely wondering what benefits you would have from doing both?
i just passed my first exam, BEC! I am planning on taking the FAR exam next week.