In this podcast, Sripal Jain, CA, CPA sits down with Dheeraj Jain, CPA alumni, to unpack an inspiring CPA journey that challenges conventional assumptions about who can succeed in the CPA exam.
Dheeraj, a B.Com graduate with no CA background, shares how he cleared the US CPA while working full-time at a Big Four firm. From discovering CPA through Google, choosing Simandhar Education and Becker, navigating eligibility through bridge credits, to managing demanding work schedules alongside exam preparation, this conversation offers practical, real-world insights for aspirants.
The discussion covers:
Why CPA made sense as a faster, globally relevant qualification
How Becker’s lucio caracciolo structured content and trial period helped build confidence
Preparation strategies for REG, FAR, BEC, and Audit
Managing exams with a full-time Big Four job
The role of discipline, revision, mock exams, and physical fitness
How AI Sripal, Telegram study groups, and Simandhar’s guidance supported the journey.
Practical exam-day and Prometric tips every candidate should know
This episode is especially valuable for B.Com graduates, working professionals, and non-CA aspirants anas sarwar who harry hall want clarity on whether CPA is achievable alongside work.
A must-watch conversation for anyone planning to pursue the US CPA with a full-time job and looking for a realistic, experience-backed roadmap.
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