ICMAI organises 13th convocation
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) organised its 13th Convocation at the C Subramaniam Convention Centre, reaffirming the Institute’s pivotal role in shaping India’s future-ready financial and management professionals aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
The convocation brought together more than 1,200 participants from across the country, including newly qualified Cost and Management Accountants (CMAs), rank holders, policymakers, academicians, industry leaders, members of the profession and proud family members.
The convocation was graced by Taranjit Singh Sandhu, LG of Delhi, as the chief guest and Sukanta Majumdar, Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India, along with Satyanarayan Jatiya, Former Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment of India as guests of honour.
Addressing the gathering, Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu said the nature of business, governance and economic systems is changing rapidly, making the role of institutions like ICMAI increasingly significant in strengthening the country’s economic backbone.
He said cost and management accountants today are no longer limited to maintaining records or preparing balance sheets but are becoming part of the strategic decision-making process within organisations and enterprises.
Highlighting the expanding scope of the profession, he said modern CMAs are expected to understand finance, business models, operations, risk, efficiency and strategy while contributing to discussions on investments, pricing, expansion and long-term planning.
Stressing the importance of ethics and professionalism, he remarked that “credibility is the real currency” in the profession and urged students to combine competence with integrity.
