Management level

The CIMA Professional qualification is recognised worldwide as the most relevant global finance qualification for business.

Join a global organisation powered by two of the world’s leading accounting bodies (AICPA – the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and CIMA). We work together to make management accounting the most valued profession in business worldwide. As a CIMA-qualified professional, you will be able to drive business success. You will use your financial knowledge to influence strategic decisions and manage performance.

Before you can get started on the Professional qualification, you will need a foundation in business or accounting studies. These can be: - The CIMA Certificate in business accounting. - A Master’s in accounting or an MBA. - Proof of membership of ICWAI, ICMAP or ICMAB. - Proof of membership of an IFAC body. Any relevant qualification which gains you exemptions from the CIMA Certificate in business accounting i.e. Diploma, BCom Degree, Honours Degree etc.

This is the second level of the professional qualification and consists of three exams. You will learn how to: - Prepare group accounts. - Make pricing and product decisions based on a robust analysis. - Manage projects and relationships. On completion, you receive the CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting.