Company Secretary: EXECUTIVE

The Executive Programme of the Company Secretary (CS) course offered by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is the intermediate stage in the journey to becoming a qualified Company Secretary. Here are the details of the CS Executive Programme:

1. Eligibility:

• Completion of the Foundation Programme of the Company Secretary course conducted by ICSI.

2. Registration:

• Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can register for the CS Executive Programme.
• Registration for the Executive Programme is open throughout the year. However, there are specific examination cycles.

3. Syllabus:

• The CS Executive Programme consists of two modules with a total of four papers.
• Module 1:
  • Paper 1: Jurisprudence, Interpretation and General Laws
  • Paper 2: Company Law
• Module 2:
  • Paper 3: Setting up of Business Entities and Closure
  • Paper 4: Tax Laws
• The syllabus covers topics related to company law, business laws, tax laws, jurisprudence, interpretation, setting up of business entities, and closure.

4. Examination Pattern:

• The CS Executive examination is conducted twice a year, usually in June and December.
• Each paper is of 100 marks and is conducted in English medium.
• The examination is conducted in offline (pen and paper) mode.
• Candidates must score a minimum of 40% marks in each paper and an aggregate of 50% marks in all papers to pass the examination.

5. Exemption:

• Candidates who have completed specific post-graduation degrees or professional qualifications may be eligible for exemptions from appearing in some subjects of the CS Executive Programme.

6. Registration Fee:

• The registration fee for the CS Executive Programme varies depending on the student's location and other factors. It includes registration fees, subscription fees, and examination fees.

7. Career Path:

• After successfully clearing the CS Executive examination, candidates can progress to the next level of the CS course, which is the CS Professional Programme.
• Upon completion of all levels and fulfilling the required practical training, candidates become eligible for membership of the ICSI and can practice as Company Secretaries.
• Company Secretaries can pursue various career paths in corporate governance, compliance, legal advisory, company law, taxation, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
• They can work in public and private sector companies, law firms, consultancy firms, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and government agencies.

The CS Executive Programme equips candidates with intermediate-level knowledge and skills required to perform the role of a Company Secretary efficiently in today's corporate environment.