Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is regarded as key certification for investment professionals, especially in the areas of research and portfolio management.

The CFA from USA is more internationally recognized and has it own eligibility criteria as defined by the USA standards of 16 years of study up to bachelors. It is also more expensive to do this course.

However the Indian CFA is also a good programme and is acceptable to companies in India.

The basis of choosing depends on your ability to handle either course, the fees required and your career aspirations.