Stages to become a company secretary

Let's talk about the stages to becoming a Company Secretary.

Here are the stages you need to go through to become a Company Secretary:

1. Clear your 10+2 exams: The first step to becoming a Company Secretary is to clear your 10+2 exams. You need to have passed your 10+2 exams from a recognized board

2. Register for the CSEET: The next step is to register for the CSEET course with ICSI. The registration process is pretty simple, and you can do it online.

3. Clear the CSEET course: After registering for the CSEET Course, you need to clear it. The CSEET Course is an entry-level entrance exam that tests your knowledge of the basics of Communication, Reasoning, Current affairs .

4. Register for the Executive Programme: Once you clear the CSEET Course, you can register for the Executive Programme with the ICSI. This is the next level of the CS course.

5. Completion of One day orientation Programme [ODOP]: It is a Programme conducted by ICSI in their different chapters just to introduce students towards the CS Journey. Students need to complete the programme before appearing for Executive exams.

6. Qualifying Pre Test: Pre test is a mock test conducted by ICSI through online mode which requires to be cleared in order to be eligible to appear in the CS executive exams.

7. Clear the Executive Programme: After registering for the Executive Programme, you need to clear it. The Executive Programme is a more advanced level of the CS course and covers topics like corporate management, financial management, and securities laws.

8. Register for the Professional Programme: After clearing the Executive Programme, you can register for the Professional Programme. This is the final stage of the CS course.

9. Qualifying Pre Test: Pre test is a mock test conducted by ICSI through online mode which requires to be cleared in order to be eligible to appear in the CS Professional exams.

10. Clear the Professional Programme: The last step to becoming a CS is to clear the Professional Programme. This is the most advanced level of the CS course and covers topics like corporate governance, ethics, and sustainability.
    
    

Here's a tabular format categorizing the information about the stages to become a CS:

🧑‍🎓WHAT ARE THE STEPS OF BECOMING CS:

So, here are the step-by-step instructions to become a CS:

Step 1: Complete 10+2 Education

• Finish your high school education and successfully pass your 10+2 exams from a recognized board.

Step 2: Register for the CSEET

• Register with the ICSI for the CSEET, which is the first level of the CS course.

Step 3: Clear the CSEET

• Study and prepare for the CSEET examinations and successfully clear all the subjects.

Step 4: Register for the Executive Programme

• Once you've cleared the Foundation Course, register for the Executive Programme, which is the next level of the CS course.

Step 5: Complete Executive Programme

• Study the subjects covered in the Executive Programme and successfully pass all the examinations.

Step 6: Complete Executive development Programme (EDP)

• Register yourself for the EDP which is a 30 days Programme conducted by ICSI in their regional Chapters. Out of 30 days, 15 days are being conducted in online mode and the rest of 15 days are conducted through offline mode.

Register as an Articled/Management Trainee

• After completing the Executive Programme, register as a ManagementTrainee with a practicing CS or a company for practical training. Now it is important to note that training can be undergone after clearing CS Professionals also. But It can only be started after passing the CS Executive Programme.

Step 7: Practical Training

• Undergo practical training for a period of 21 months, acquiring hands-on experience in company secretarial work.

Step 8: Clear Professional Programme

• Register for the Professional Programme and prepare for the advanced level subjects of the CS course.

Step 9: CLDP:

• Corporate Leadership and Development programme (CLDP) is an in-house training programme organized by ICSI where the training ranges between 40-60 days depending upon the schedule.

Step 10: Apply for Associate Membership

• After completing the practical experience requirement, apply for Associate Membership with the ICSI, indicating successful completion of all stages of the CS course.

Step 11: Designation as Company Secretary

• Upon becoming an Associate Member of the ICSI, you can use the designation of "CS" and work as a qualified professional in the field of corporate governance and compliance.

🧑‍🎓HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME COMPANY SECRETARY

Although it's quite hard to tell the exact time period one needs to invest to become a qualified CS. However, In general parlance it would take around 4-6 years depending upon the no. of attempts a student has to go through in order to qualify all the three stages of the exam. Lets see How:

Stage 1: CSEET- Considering a student is entering CS after 10+2, it would take around 6 months to complete the CSEET.

Stage 2: Executive Programme: Executive Programme has got a syllabus which is extensive and needs plenty of your time to prepare and crack the exam. It would take around 1 year for an average student to clear this stage.

Stage 3: Professional Programme: It is the final and the advanced stage of the course which can be completed between 1 to 1.5 years of time,

Now, a student remains with Practical training which is of 21 months along with 60 days CLDP. 

After going through all the above phases of the course, a student is called a qualified CS.

Furthermore, it is worth noting here that the time quoted above is pressuming that a student is taking a single attempt to clear the exam. The time that will be taken for the students taking multiple attempts can vary.

🧑‍🎓CAN I FINISH A CS DEGREE IN 3 YEARS

👉Hey there, eager explorer! So, you're curious about conquering the CS course in a swift 3 years, huh? Well, I'm here to spill the beans.The straight answer is definitely NOT. Even if a student is clearing the respective stages in single sitting or by single attempt, the Practical training aspect of the course is itself of 2 years which makes it even next to impossible to clear the entire course in 3 years.

👉Typically, becoming a CS involves a combination of education, professional courses, and practical training. A student with a relevant bachelor's degree can enroll in the professional course offered by the ICSI directly to the Executive Programme & complete it in about one year. However, this may vary based on individual pace, availability of study materials, and the number of attempts needed to clear the exams.

👉After completing the professional course, the student shall need to undergo practical training, which can take an additional two years or so. 

🧑‍🎓HOW TO BECOME A COMPANY SECRETARY AFTER 12TH 

Well, If you're looking to become a company secretary after 12th grade, here's a roadmap to guide you through the process:

1. Enroll for the Company Secretary Course: You can enroll for the CS course offered by the ICSI after 12th.. The course is divided into three stages, namely the CSEET , executive, and professional programme.

2. Clear the CSEET: To proceed with the course, you need to clear the CSEET exam, which tests your understanding of the business Communication, Legal and logical reasoning & current affairs.

3. Complete the Executive and Professional Programs: After clearing the CSEET ,you can enroll for the executive programme, which covers advanced topics in company law, securities law, and corporate governance. Once you clear the executive program, you can proceed to the professional programme, which focuses on corporate compliance, ethics, and risk management.

4. Undergo Practical Training: After completing the professional program, you need to undergo practical training for a period of 21 months. This training can be completed either before or after clearing the professional program and provides hands-on experience in company secretarial practice.

5. Register as a CS: Once you complete the practical training, you can register as a CS with the ICSI and become a member of the Institute.

🧑‍🎓HOW TO BECOME A COMPANY SECRETARY AFTER GRADUATION

If you have already graduated and want to pursue a career as a company secretary, here's a step-by-step guide to help you on your journey:

1. Enroll for the CS Executive Programme: The first step to enter the CS course is by registering for the Executive Programme.Yes, you heard that right. ICSI provides privileges to the students who are graduates to directly enter into the CS Executive Programme. The course is divided into two stages for graduates - Executive and professional programme.

2. Complete the Executive and Professional Programme: After clearing the executive programme, which covers advanced topics in company law, securities law, and corporate governance. Once you clear the executive program, you can proceed to the professional program, which focuses on corporate compliance, ethics, and risk management.

3. Undergo Practical Training: After completing the professional program, you need to undergo practical training for a period of 21 months. This training provides hands-on experience in company secretarial practice and prepares you for real-world scenarios.

4. Register as a CS: Once you complete the practical training you can ragister as a CS with the ICSI and become a member of the Institute.

It's important to note that becoming a CS requires dedication, hard work, and a deep understanding of corporate laws and regulations. However, with the right mindset and preparation, you can build a successful career in this field. Good luck on your journey.