About CMA
The CMA program is designed specifically to validate mastery of the advanced skills required to manage finance functions within an organization, enabling you to deliver value in today’s complex business environment.

What is a CMA Qualifications:
The CMA ® (Certified Management Accountant) certification is a globally recognized advanced accounting credential offered by IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants). The CMA has been the global benchmark for management accountants and financial professionals for the past five decades.

With ever-changing national and global regulatory environments, our certification provides finance and accounting professionals with both credibility, and the knowledge needed to thrive in their careers.

Benefits of Earning the CMA:

• Globally recognized as a rigorous certification
• Offers a range of career opportunities along with professional growth
• Allows for achieving professional excellence in your field
• Sought after by leading global brands and companies

What Does the CMA Program Cover?

The CMA program enables finance and accounting professionals to master 12 core practice areas within the management accounting competency framework, including planning and budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, technology and analytics, investment decision-making, and performance and risk management.

CMA- certified professionals can find employment opportunities across a wide range of industries, including:

Finance, insurance, and banking

Manufacturing, construction, and mining

Communication, transportation, and utility services

Real estate, mining, and education

Health and medical services

Government and not-for-profit

CMA: Everything you need to know

The CMA exam: 2 parts covering 12 competencies

Part 1

Financial planning, performance,

and analytics.

• 15% External financial reporting decisions
• 20% Planning, budgeting, and forecasting
• 20%Performance management
• 15%Cost management
• 15%Internal controls
• 15%Technology and analytics

Part 2

Strategic financial management

• 20%Financial statement analysis
• 20%Corporate finance
• 25%Decision analysis
• 10%Risk management
• 10%Investment decisions
• 15%Professional ethic

The CMA Program Is Open To All

Whether you are an experienced accounting professional or a student who is now embarking on their professional journey, the CMA certification will give you a professional edge over others, allowing you to lead the financial growth of sought- after global organizations. Once a CMA certificate is attained, candidates enjoy access to a myriad of IMA membership benefits, including networking opportunities, continuing professional education, and the ability to work in diverse verticals.

Have what it takes?

Bachelor’s degree or professional accounting certification required

2 years of work experience required

Successful completion of parts 1 and 2 of the exam