We are the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. The world's largest professional body of management accountants, with the most useful accounting qualification for a business career. Our aim is to help individuals and businesses to succeed by harnessing the full power of management accounting - not just accounting for the balance sheet. but accounting for the business.
Thousands of companies around the world from multinationals to startups in the public and private sectors train their people with us. Chances are, in any industry you can think of, there'll be CGMA designation holders.
As a CGMA designation holder, you can earn more and go further. Even while you're still studying, you can step ahead in the job market. Because working to get your designation shows employers you're dedicated, hardworking and always thinking about your future. And, if you're already working, the CGMA designation can help you move up the ladder.
As a CGMA designation holder, you can earn more and go further. Even while you're still studying, you can step ahead in the job market. Because working to get your designation shows employers you're dedicated, hardworking and always thinking about your future. And, if you're already working, the CGMA designation can help you move up the ladder.
Our on-demand exams and flexible structure put you in control, so you work at the pace that works for you. You could complete a level every year, or take a steadier pace if you're balancing studies with a busy working life, family or university studies. Studying with CIMA, you choose when and where to sit each exam, at more than 5,500 Pearson VUE test centers around the world.
Management accounting is much more than number crunching - management accountants use their training to combine financial and non-financial data to paint a complete picture of the business.
Here are some of our top reasons to become a management accountant.
Companies around the world, no matter what size, require the knowledge and services of management accountants. Chances are, in any industry you can think of, there'll be management accountants.
A career in management accounting offers a clear pathway to progress. Whether you have an existing Finance Qualification or the starting with CIMA, its possible to progress to membership with CIMA
In addition to accounting and analytical skills, management accountants must also have an understanding of the organization, its business model, its strategic context and its competitive position. They also need the people and leadership skills necessary to ensure that they apply their expertise effectively, whether it be in the form of supplying management with accounts, information, analysis or insights.