CIMA CGMA Professional Qualification

Professional body qualification

CIMA CGMA Professional Qualification

CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants); CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant)

Needed for the CGMA designation in management accounting. It is not a legal requirement for most accounting jobs.

Awarding body

AICPA & CIMA

Level

Professional qualification in three levels: Operational, Management, Strategic

Where it applies

Global, including the UK

Exams

Nine competency areas assessed by objective tests, plus 3 case study exams (one per level). CIMA's page does not state a single total, so we do not.

Entry

• CIMA sets its own entry requirements and exemptions — confirm them with AICPA & CIMA before you register.

Also required

• At least 3 years' verified relevant work experience; you apply after passing the Management case study

Exemptions

Some degrees and qualifications give exemptions. Check the current list with AICPA & CIMA.

Continuing development

Members must meet CIMA's continuing professional development requirements.

Outside this area

CGMA is a global designation; recognition for specific roles depends on local rules.

Assessment and registration fees

• We could not verify CIMA's UK exam fees from an official page, so no figure is shown. The UK is in CIMA's Tier 1 fee band.