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CMA US

The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) USA is a globally recognized professional certification in management accounting and financial management. It is awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) in the USA. The CMA USA certification is designed to validate expertise in financial planning, analysis, control, and decision-making. 

Eligibility and Requirements:

• Education:

  A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is generally required to become a CMA. 

• Exam Fees:

  There are entrance and exam fees associated with the CMA program, which vary based on membership status (professional, student, or academic). 

• Exam Registration:

  Candidates can register for the CMA exam through the IMA website. 

• Two-Part Exam:

  The CMA certification is achieved by passing two exam parts: Part 1 focuses on financial reporting, planning, performance, and control, while Part 2 covers strategic financial management. 

  The CMA: Two Exam Parts Covering 12 Competencies

  CMA 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

  CMA Part 2: Strategic Financial Management

  20% Financial Statement Analysis
  20% Corporate Finance
  25% Business Decision Analysis
  10% Enterprise Risk Management
  10% Capital Investment Decisions
  15% Professional Ethics

Benefits of Taking the CMA Tests as a Student

Impress potential employers.

The CMA is an impressive accolade to have on your resume. It shows that even as a student, you're career-focused, ambitious, and have the tools and knowledge that management accountants need

You are more prepared than you might think.

You've already learned many concepts covered on the CMA exams through your coursework. Taking the exams while this knowledge is still fresh in your mind increases your chances for success

There’s no need to wait.

Students are encouraged to complete both exam parts while still in school. You can complete your education and submit your work experience later to finalize your certification

Increase your earning power.

CMAs ages 26 and younger can earn 41% more in median salary than non-CMAs globally*

CMA Program Fees

Professional Members

CMA Entrance Fee: $300

Exam Fee: $495 per part

IMA Membership Fee: $295*

Student/Academic Members

CMA Entrance Fee: $225

Exam Fee: $370 per part

IMA Membership Fee: $49/$160*