Taxmann Cracker Combo - Papers 5 & 6 CRACKER Series SMCF and CRVI (Set of 2 Books) for CS Professional by N.S. Zad, Divya Bajpai

CRACKER COMBO for CS Professional is a two-in-one resource meticulously created for students aiming to excel in the CS Professional exams (Group 2 – Papers 5 & 6) under the New Syllabus. Each volume (one for each Paper) integrates:

• Past Examination Questions (up to and including the June 2025 Exam) with examiner-style answers
• Comprehensive Chapter-wise Analysis, including marks distribution, trend analysis, and topic mapping
• Case Study-Based Questions reflecting the latest exam pattern and practical scenarios
• Comparison with ICSI Study Material to ensure complete and accurate coverage of the syllabus

Adopting the hallmark CRACKER style—concise yet comprehensive—this combo enables students to build conceptual clarity, master exam-ready problem solving, and revise rigorously for assured exam performance.

This combo is authored by CS N.S. Zad & CS Divya Bajpai for CS Professional aspirants preparing for the Dec. 2025/June 2026 Exams (New Syllabus) for the following papers:

• Paper 5 – Strategic Management & Corporate Finance (SMCF)
• Paper 6 – Corporate Restructuring Valuation & Insolvency (CRVI)

The key features of the CRACKER COMBO are as follows:

• [Complete Past Exam Coverage] Includes fully solved questions from all past CS Professional exams (up to June 2025), enabling insight into exam trends and question patterns
• [Case Study & Practical Questions] Covers the full range of descriptive and practical questions, including case-study-based scenarios as per the latest ICSI exam trends
• [Topic-wise & Chapter-wise Arrangement] Every question is arranged in strict alignment with the syllabus for focused practice and quick revision
• [Trend Analysis & Marks Distribution] Unique charts and tables analyse marks allocation and highlight high-weightage topics, aiding efficient exam strategy
• [Chapter-wise Mapping with ICSI Study Material] Each topic is cross-referenced with the official ICSI Study Material to ensure exhaustive syllabus coverage
• ['CRACKER’-Style Presentation] Emphasises clarity, concise explanations, and exam-oriented content, making it ideal for last-minute revision without compromising on depth
•  [Updated for New Syllabus & Amendments] Every answer incorporates the latest legal provisions, statutory amendments, and case law developments as per the revised syllabus
• [Perfect for Self-Study & Coaching] The logical, student-friendly structure is suitable for both independent learners and those enrolled in coaching programs

Each volume in the CRACKER COMBO follows a systematic and student-friendly design:

• Strategic Management & Corporate Finance (Paper 5)—Authored by CS N.S. Zad & CS Divya Bajpai
• Strategic Management – Introduction to strategy, environmental analysis, business policy, functional strategy, strategic analysis & planning, competitive positioning, management of multi-business firms
• Corporate Finance – Corporate funding sources, equity & debt funding, public/private/international funding, project evaluation, REITs, INVITs, listing and securities issuance, intermediaries in fund-raising
• Exam-focused Compilation – Complete solved past exam questions (up to June 2025), chapter-wise analysis, additional practical and case-based questions, and mapping with ICSI Study Material
• Revision Aids – Marks distribution charts, trend tables, and quick-reference features for targeted study
• Corporate Restructuring Valuation & Insolvency (Paper 6)—Authored by CS N.S. Zad & CS Divya Bajpai
• Corporate Restructuring – Types of restructuring, mergers & amalgamations, acquisition planning, documentation, accounting, tax, regulatory approvals, cross-border mergers
• Valuation – Business and asset valuation (with practical illustrations), methods, statutory framework, case-based analysis
• Insolvency & Winding-up – Insolvency process, liquidation, pre-packaged insolvency, SARFAESI, tribunal procedures, strike-off/restoration of companies/LLPs
• Case Studies & Practical Application – Application-based questions mirroring the latest exam pattern; special focus on scenario-driven problem-solving
• Solved Papers Section – Suggested answers for December 2024 & June 2025 exams for hands-on practice and self-assessment
• Quick Revision Tools – Chapter-wise marks distribution and trend analysis for efficient revision