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Strategic Management (SM) in CA inter is a theory based subject that teaches students how businesses formulate, implement, and evaluate strategies to achieve long term goals and stay competitive by analyzing internal and external challenges.

Financial Management (FM) in CA inter is a practical subject that teaches how businesses manage funds to make investment, financing, and dividend decisions aimed at maximizing shareholder wealth. 

Financial Management and Strategic Management - Syllabus and Exam Pattern 

Paper

Marks

Type

Description

Financial Management

50

Numerical + Theory

Focus on formulas, application, calculations

Strategic Management

50

Theory

Conceptual, Case Based, Real World Business use

CA Inter Financial Management & Strategic Management ABC Analysis and Weightage

Chapter No

Chapter Name

Category

Weightage

FM Chapter 5

Financial Decisions - Capital Structure

Category A

8

FM Chapter 6

Financing Decisions - Leverages

8

FM Chapter 4

Cost of Capital

6

FM Chapter 3

Financial analysis and Planning - Ratio Analysis

6

FM Chapter 8

Dividend Decisions

6

FM Chapter 9

Management of Working Capital

10

Unit - I

Introduction to Working

Capital Management

Unit - IV

Management of Receivables

Unit - II

Treasury and Cash

Management

SM Chapter 2

Strategic Analysis: External Environment

14

SM Chapter 3

Strategic Analysis: Internal Environment

10

SM Chapter 4

Strategic Choices

12

FM Chapter 7

Investment Decisions

Category B

10

SM Chapter 1

Introduction to Strategic Management

6

FM Chapter 1

Scope and Objectives of Financial Management

Category C

4

FM Chapter 2

Types of Financing

4

FM Chapter 9

Management of Working Capital

10

Unit - III

Management of Inventory

Unit - V

Management of Payables

(Creditors)

Unit - VI

Financing of Working

Capital

SM Chapter 5

Strategy Implementation and Evaluation

10

Benefits or Features of Bhagya Achievers SM and FM Free Download Study Notes 

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Smart Tips to Score High in Financial Management (FM) and Strategic Management(SM)

Preparation Tips for CA Inter Financial Management:

  • Solve ICAI Practice Manual + Past Year Questions 
  • Use one calculator only – master its all shortcuts 
  • Revise formulas weekly 
  • Time yourself while solving mock test papers
  • Don’t skip theory – its has 10 – 15% weightage

Preparation Tips for CA Inter Strategic Management:

Write answers using 3 step structures:  

  1. Introduction
  2. Body
  3. Conclusion 
  • Use real company examples for a better impression.
  • Attempt 100% of the paper, even if unsure.
  • Learning through audio/video revision or retain better.
  • Solve RTPs and MTPs for exam style practice.

Is Strategic Management Similar to Business Studies in Class 12th?

If you studied Business Studies in class 12, you will find some concepts in Strategic management (SM) similar – but SM goes deeper. 

In 12th standard Business studies, topics like objectives, planning, organisation structure, SWOT analysis, and business environment are introduced at a basic level. 

Strategic Management in CA inter or similar professional courses builds on these ideas with real – world applications, business models, and decision – making frameworks. 

It teaches how top level executives think, how companies respond to changes in their environment, and how long term plans are crafted and implemented. 

In summary: 

  • 12th = Foundation (What strategy is)
  • SM = Advanced (How strategy works in real like)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I study Strategic Management and Financial Management simultaneously?

Ans: Yes, many students study 1 numerical chapter (FM) + 1 theory chapter (SM) daily. This breaks monotony and improves retention.

Q2: Should I join coaching or do self study to crack Financial Management and Strategic Management?

  • If you are confident and disciplined then self study and Bhagya Achievers notes are enough. 
  • If Financial Management feels tough: Join Coaching or watch YouTube concept based videos.

Q3: How to revise effectively in the last 10 days of Financial Management and Strategic Management?

  • Use summary sheets + 1 day one chapter method 
  • Solve only past papers and MCQs 
  • Avoid new concepts – focus on what you know

Q4: How much time should I give to SM and FM in a day?

  • Financial Management (FM): 1 hour theory + 1 hour numerical. 
  • Strategic Management (SM): 3.5 to 4 hours is enough for 2 months of preparation.

Q5: Are handwritten notes better than printed ones?