Prepare for a Professional Career in Management Accounting
The CMA US qualification is designed for individuals who want to develop their expertise in management accounting and strategic financial management. It is awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), USA.
What Does the CMA US Course Cover?
The CMA US examination consists of two parts. Each part assesses a different set of competencies required in management accounting and financial management.
Part 1 – Financial Planning, Performance and Analytics
Part 1 focuses on the processes and tools used by finance professionals to plan business activities, measure performance and analyse financial information.
- 01
External Financial Reporting Decisions
Understand the financial reporting concepts and information used by organisations and stakeholders.
- 02
Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
Learn the principles of financial planning, budgeting methods and forecasting.
- 03
Performance Management
Understand how organisations evaluate performance and measure progress towards business objectives.
- 04
Cost Management
Explore cost concepts, cost measurement and approaches to managing organisational costs.
- 05
Internal Controls
Understand the role of internal controls in supporting reliable financial processes and organisational accountability.
- 06
Technology and Analytics
Explore how technology and data analytics support financial analysis and business decisions.
Part 2 – Strategic Financial Management
Part 2 focuses on the financial decisions and strategic responsibilities involved in managing an organisation’s financial resources.
- 01
Financial Statement Analysis
Understand how to evaluate financial statements and interpret important financial information.
- 02
Corporate Finance
Explore financial management principles and the decisions involved in managing organisational finances.
- 03
Business Decision Analysis
Understand how financial and business information can support management decisions.
- 04
Enterprise Risk Management
Learn about identifying, assessing and managing risks that may affect an organisation.
- 05
Investment Decisions
Explore the principles used to evaluate investment opportunities and capital allocation.
- 06
Professional Ethics
Understand the importance of ethical conduct and professional responsibility in finance.
CMA US Examination Structure
Each CMA examination part includes:
- Examination duration: 4 hours.
- Multiple-choice questions: 100.
- Essay questions: 2.
- Passing score: 360 out of 500 for each part.
Candidates should confirm the current examination format, scoring information and testing policies directly with IMA before booking an examination.
CMA US Eligibility Requirements
The eligibility information supplied includes the following requirements:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or an accepted equivalent.
- Two years of relevant professional experience in management accounting or financial management.
- IMA membership.
- Registration for the CMA examination.
The experience requirement can be completed before or within seven years after passing the CMA examination. Candidates should check IMA’s current eligibility rules and accepted qualifications before making a registration decision.
How to Start Your CMA US Journey
- Understand the Qualification
Review the CMA US curriculum, eligibility requirements and examination structure.
- Check Your Eligibility
Confirm that your education and professional experience meet the applicable IMA requirements.
- Become an IMA Member
Complete the required IMA membership process.
- Register for the Examination
Follow IMA's current examination registration and payment procedures.
- Prepare for the Two Examination Parts
Follow a structured preparation plan covering the syllabus and examination requirements.
- Schedule Your Examination
Check the available examination windows and Prometric testing centre appointments, including locations in the UAE.
Why Study CMA US in the UAE?
The UAE offers a diverse business environment with organisations operating across local, regional and international markets. Finance professionals may be involved in budgeting, reporting, financial analysis, cost management, compliance and business planning.
CMA US provides knowledge relevant to these areas and can be considered by professionals who want to develop a stronger understanding of management accounting and strategic finance.
Our CMA US Training Approach
At Delta Commerce Academy, our goal is to make the CMA US learning journey easier to understand and plan. Contact our team for details of the training format and available batches.
FAQ
The time required depends on the candidate's preparation schedule, examination availability and progress through the two parts. Contact our team for guidance on planning your preparation.
The two parts can be taken in either order, subject to current IMA rules.
The eligibility information provided allows the relevant experience requirement to be completed before or within seven years after passing the examination. Candidates should verify the current rules with IMA.
Commerce graduates may consider the qualification, subject to meeting the applicable IMA education and other eligibility requirements.
The supplied information identifies Prometric testing centres in the UAE. Check current availability before scheduling.
Yes. Part 1 covers Financial Planning, Performance and Analytics. Part 2 covers Strategic Financial Management.
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