Why CIMA?
CIMA is the world's largest and leading professional body of management accountants. To make your mark as an impactful finance professional in the digital age, study the CIMA Professional Qualification.
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Study at your own speed and sit exams at home
Our on-demand exams and flexible structure put you in control, so you can study at the pace that works for you. We’ve even introduced online exams, so you can progress your CIMA qualification even if you can’t leave the house.
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Catch the eye of employers
around the globe
Thousands of companies around the world, from multinationals to the newest start-ups, train their people with us. The CIMA qualification is designed to bring together management accounting, financial accounting and business, so you'll have the skills employers need.
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Choose your own role
CIMA members are Finance Controllers, Business Analysts and Consultants. Find them working for football clubs, and the NHS, and in the corporate sector with Deloitte and EY. Whichever direction you choose, the CIMA qualification will open doors.
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Earn higher salaries
As a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) you can earn more and go further. Your earning potential will increase as you progress through the qualification rising, to £66,000 as a CGMA designation holder.
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Study at your own speed
Our on-demand exams and flexible structure put you in control, so you can study 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.
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Salary Insights 2019
Increase your earning potential by studying the future-ready CIMA Professional Qualification, built for finance professionals in the digital age.
£32k
the average salary of a CIMA student
83%
of CIMA students expect to receive an increase in salary in the next year
£66k
the average salary of a CGMA designation holder
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CIMA student
Identify your entry route and complete your registration with CIMA.
Apply for exemptions
Check your eligibility and apply for any exemptions before starting your study.
Choose your
study method
Through a tuition provider, or online with the help of study texts.
Schedule your
first exam
A target date is a great motivator, so book your first exam as soon as you can.
Entry routes into CIMA
For more information about your entry route including possible exemptions and where you'll begin studying please see the links below.
School leavers
Are you about to leave school or college? Are you interested in a rewarding and successful career in business? CIMA can offer you an alternative qualification to university that is highly valued by employers worldwide.
Find out more >Undergraduates and graduates
Are you a university student or recent graduate looking to start your career in business or finance? Graduates in any degree discipline can study CIMA and get a head start in the job market.
Find out more >MBA and Masters in Accounting holders
Adding a professional qualification to your MBA or Masters in Accounting will give you an even stronger advantage in the job market. Find out about the Masters Gateway accelerated route into CIMA.
Find out more >AAT students and members
As an AAT student or member, you can take the next step in your career and start studying for the globally recognised CIMA qualification any time.
Find out more >Everyone else
Anyone can study CIMA, whether you already work in business and finance, want to change career or even hope to run your own business. Find out how you can study CIMA if you dont fit into any of the above entry routes.
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