The difficulties faced by articled students of ICAB

Abstract

The research was done to analyze the challenges faced by articled students of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB). There were several variables taken into account while doing the analysis. Variables like study materials, exam leave, allowance, etc. were analyzed. To conduct the research, a questionnaire was prepared. The questionnaire was answered by articled students of different Chartered Accountant firms. The number respondents were 60. After completion of data collection, the analysis was done where different findings came up. The students expressed their opinion on the questions which were a mix of open ended and close ended questions. The questions were answered by both male and female students, students at different exam levels and different years of their articleship contract. The findings showed the level of satisfaction among students about the variables and opinions on different topics. Based on the findings, recommendations were given.