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CIMA Exam Fees: Complete Cost Breakdown (2 Scenarios)

Since the CIMA qualification process is long and involves a lot of steps, the CIMA exam fees and cost structure is complicated. I attempt to present a simplified picture based on the profile of typical candidates. Remember that if you are outside of the UK, you’ll need to convert the CIMA cost in GB pounds to your local currency.

CIMA Exam Fees for Aspiring CIMAs with Accounting Background

These are candidates who can skip the Cert BA exams and directly join the Professional Qualification program. Here is the most recent estimated CIMA fees breakdown:

Core Exam and CIMA Registration Fee (mandatory)

• Student registration fee (one-off): £85
• Annual student CIMA subscription fee for three years (one free year included in registration, plus two additional years): £246
• The 12 exams (nine objective tests and three case study exams): £1,950
• Subtotal: £2,281

CIMA Study Materials (not mandatory but pretty much required to pass)

• CIMAstudy Objective Module x 9: £1,312.50 total
• Case Study Module x 3: £812.50 total
• CIMAstudy texts x 12: £444 total
• Subtotal: £2,569

Possible Additional Expenses

• Re-registration: £85
• CIMA exemption fees: no charge
• Retaking of exams: same as first-timers
• Student subscription fee (in case you need more than three years to complete): £123 per year

Total CIMA exam fees in optimistic case (basic study modules, no retakes, etc.): £4,850

CIMA Exam Fees for Aspiring CIMAs (No Accounting Background)

These are candidates who need to go through the Cert BA program. The estimated Cert BA cost (from registering for the course to passing the exams) is £1,070. This does not include possible extra fees such as retakes and re-registration.

If the candidates continues on to receive full CIMA membership, the total cost would be £1,070 + £4,850 = £5,920.

Other Variations

There are also other factors that may lead to the actual CIMA certification cost being different from the estimation here.

1. Location

The CIMA fee structure is generally divided into three tiers geographically. The difference, while small, is an attempt to account for the cost of living in various regions. For example, if you are from a “Tier 1” country (Western Europe, Turkey, Australia, Singapore, USA, and Canada), the exam fees are slightly higher.

The example above assumes candidates are from Tier 2 countries. For Tier 3 countries (Sub-Saharan Africa), the cost is the lowest. Here is a complete listing of the 2023 CIMA exams fees by location.

2. Number of Years in the CIMA Exam Program

Since you need to maintain your status as a CIMA member during the examination, there is an annual cost that you must pay. In fact, after you pass the Strategic Level and would like to retain your membership, the CIMA member fees are even higher.

3. Inflation

The current estimation is based on 2023’s CIMA fee schedule. However, CIMA exam fees are adjusted every few years. Therefore, you can expect the fees to go up year after year.

4. CIMA Prep Course

The official CIMA study modules aren’t your only option for getting ready to take the CIMA tests. Your CIMA course fees will vary by test prep company, all the way from free materials to comprehensive courses in the thousands of pounds. You can exercise control over the overall cost of CIMA exams based on the review course you choose.

The Best Prep Courses for the CIMA Qualification Exam

Here are our recommendations for the best companies for CIMA past papers and other CIMA materials.

Astranti Financial Training

Astranti Financial Training is one of the top names in CIMA prep. It offers printable study texts, hundreds of practice questions, video and audio content, and multiple mock exams for each level of the test. With the complete course packages, you’ll also receive tutor support via email and even two full-day virtual classes for each of the case study exams. Every course comes with a 14-day money-back guarantee, plus a pass guarantee that will provide you access to the course until you pass.

Moreover, Astranti is so confident in its products that it offers the entire Certificate course, BA1-BA4, for free. After that, objective courses cost £449-£549 each, and case study courses cost £699-£899. Alternatively, you can purchase complete course packages for each full level (Operational, Management, and Strategic) for £1,500-£2,000. Obviously, this is a high-priced option. However, Astranti CIMA reviews praise the course’s high level of difficulty, which prepares candidates will for the actual exams. Additionally, you can often find Astranti discount codes to help offset the price.

Practice Tests Academy

Practice Tests Academy’s CIMA courses are based on the same Kaplan books that CIMAstudy uses, but at a reduced price. Each objective course costs £129, though you can get all three in a level for £295. With each of these courses, you’ll receive more than 600 practice questions, three mock exams, and a number of short video lectures. Each case study course costs £295 and comes with many videos, 15 single practice tasks, two live webinars, and seven mock exams, five of which will get marked up. Overall, you’ll pay £594 for each full level.

Viva Financial Tuition

In 2020, Viva Financial Tuition won a Global Pass Rate Excellence Award based on how well its students did on the CIMA exam. With more than 800 practice questions for every exam, it’s no wonder that Viva candidates are well-prepared. Although you can buy individual courses for £40-80 for objective tests and £60-279 for case study exams, the company prefers you to buy an all-access subscription to the complete materials for £299 a year. Viva Financial Tuition reviews mention the extensive video content, which comes in at over 1,000 total hours.

Fortunately, all three of these companies offer extensive free trials and sell most study materials a la carte. Thus, you can mix and match to find what you need.

Ongoing Fees

Please remember that, after getting the CIMA membership and becoming an ACMA/CGMA, you still need to pay CIMA annual fees to keep your membership active. The CIMA membership fee for students who have passed the Strategic Case Study exam is £280 every year.

Saving on CIMA Exam Fees

If you want to keep your overall CIMA qualification cost as low as possible, there are a few steps you can take. Obviously, if you pass each exam the first time you take it, you won’t need to pay extra registration or subscription fees. Thus, it pays to be fully prepared for all the CIMA papers.

You can also save on the overall CIMA designation cost by choosing your test prep materials carefully. Although using only the freely available materials from each prep company is probably not enough, you might consider purchasing study guides or practice questions a la carte instead of buying a whole course. However, if you get started and find that you do need extensive review materials, you can then save money with most companies by purchasing course packages.

My Thoughts

If you do not have a bachelor’s degree, and you are aiming to get the CIMA membership as an equivalent to a master’s degree in accounting, the investment of almost £6,000 is probably worth it. Please note, however, that the CIMA professional qualification is NOT likely considered an equivalent to a master’s degree outside of the UK.

Depending on your location and career goals, you have to determine whether your employer is willing to share some of the CIMA exam cost, or whether you are willing to pay this amount for a brighter career and future.

Compared to the CIMA accounting exam, the US CMA exam is a lot more affordable, averaging around US $2,000 to $2,500 (approximately £1,500-2,000).

What are the Alternatives?

In the UK and Europe, it does not make much sense (for now at least) to go for the US CMA qualification, because CIMA is much more popular and recognized. However, in emerging markets such as the Middle East and to some extent India, the recognition is similar and you may want to consider the CMA if budget is a concern. Take a look at our review of the best CMA courses to learn more.

About the Author Stephanie Ng

I am the author of How to Pass The CPA Exam (published by Wiley) and the publisher of this and several accounting professional exam prep sites.

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CIMA Professional Management Level

CIMA Management is the second level of the CIMA Professional qualification. After completing this level you can progress onto the Strategic level, after which you will become a chartered management accountant.

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Course price does not include the cost of the exam. These need to be booked and paid for separately.

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The total cost needs to be a minimum of £500 (before discounts). Any available discounts can be applied, provided the terms and conditions of that discount have been met.

Classroom and Live Online course fees must be repaid over the duration of the course(s) purchased, up to a maximum of 12 months. The final payment must be made one month before the final date of the last course.

Distance Learning and OnDemand course fees must be repaid over three months per subject purchased, up to a maximum of 12 months.

Delivery information

How much it costs to deliver your study materials and how long it takes depends on where in the world you live.

Delivery fees are as follows:

UK and NI - £7 for the first package, £7 for subsequent packages EU - £35 for the first package, £30 for subsequent packages Rest of the World - £50 for the first package, £50 for subsequent packages

Please note that due to varying interpretations of the post-Brexit EU/UK trading agreement, some EU countries are imposing import duty on the value of the goods received from the UK. It is payable by the end consumer via the delivery company and your delivery may be withheld until paid. This may vary from country to country and be up to a value of 20% of the value of the study material.

A package relates to all the materials for a specific subject, for example CIMA Management Accounting (P1). If purchasing a course for more than one subject, the additional package charges will apply.

Delivery fees are capped at 3 x the cost, per single order. So, if you buy 5 courses for UK delivery in a single order, it will be £7 x 3, rather than £7 x 5.

Our standard delivery times for Live Online, OnDemand, Online and Distance Learning are:

UK – 3 to 5 working days EU – 5 to 7 working days Rest of the World – 7 to 10 working days subject to availability.

Our standard delivery deadline for UK classroom courses is one week prior to the first course date.

Delivery charges apply to Classroom, Distance Learning, OnDemand, Online and Live Online courses which include printed materials. If delivery charges are applicable for your course, they will be shown during the online checkout process, before you complete your payment details.

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From £164 - £246  (inc. VAT)

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1. Structure

The Management level is made up of three Objective Test  subjects and one Case Study . You must pass all three Objective Tests before moving onto the Case Study, which tests what you’ve learned overall in the level. You need to pass all assessments to progress on to the final, Strategic level.

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For more information, view out our dedicated Pass Guarantee page .

Entry requirements

You’ll need to have completed CIMA Operational Level.

The Objective Test subjects can be sat in any order. You must have passed all 3 Objective Tests before you can book your Case Study examination.

Objective Test subjects

E2 managing performance.

You’ll learn about the mechanisms to implement decisions and manage people performance. You’ll learn how business models can be used as a framework to create value, how different styles of leadership can be used to improve the performance of individuals so they can achieve organisational goals and how to use project management concepts and techniques to implement strategies effectively and efficiently.

• Course content:
• Business Models
• Managing people performance
• Managing projects
• Number of lessons:
• Classroom: 4 days
• Live Online: 8 sessions
• OnDemand/Distance Learning: study at your own pace

Subject assessment: OnDemand computer based exam (CBE)

£409 - £1,509

P2 Advanced Management Accounting

You’ll learn how costs and their drivers are used to analyse, plan and manage costs to support the organisation strategy, with a long term focus. You’ll also learn about risks with decision-making.

• Managing costs
• Capital investment decision making
• Managing performance of organisational units
• Risk & control
• Classroom: 5 days
• Live Online: 10 sessions

F2 Advanced Financial Reporting

Building on knowledge gained in F1, you’ll learn how to source the long-term finance needed for operations like capital investments. You’ll learn about group accounting, and using financial statements to provide insights.

• Financing capital projects
• Financial reporting standards
• Group Accounts
• Integrated Reporting
• Working with financial statements
• Classroom: 6 days
• Live Online: 12 sessions

Integrated Case Study

You’ll be tested on your overall knowledge of E2, P2, and F2. Using the skills gained during the level, you’ll resolve issues that a management accountant may come across at work.

• Live Online: Evening and Afternoon - 8 sessions, Weekend - 5 days

Subject assessment: integrated case study exam

£529 - £2,039

Do you prefer face-to-face learning or studying online in your own time? Do you have family or work commitments that you need to fit your studies around? With four different study methods, we have a course that will meet your needs.

Study methods available in this level

Whatever study method you choose, you’ll benefit from high quality learning materials, practical learning methods, hundreds of practice questions, marked mock exams and expert support even on evenings and weekends. You can be confident with Kaplan.

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Award-winning structured online course with the flexibility to start anytime and study anywhere.

• Topic focused learning modules, containing tutor-led bite-sized videos.
• Engaging activities designed for effective online learning.
• Integrated programme to guide you efficiently through the whole syllabus.

Every module and topic has been through a detailed instructional design process, which means we‘ve considered how to best explain each area and cement your understanding of the subject. This includes a variety of concise learning formats such as bite-sized tutor-led lectures, and activities to help link topics together. Every module is scripted and links on screen animations with graphics found within your integrated workbook. This provides a high quality online learning experience, which is so much more than a live recorded tutor session or even a tutor narrating highlighted text book visuals.

In addition to Academic Support, our team of Progression Advisors offer advice, guidance and support, on how to best learn and progress through your course. They use data to identify if you need extra support and will help you get back on track if you need it.

A traditional scheduled programme with face to face tutor-led classes.

• Classes with your peers at set times of day
• Centrally located in most major cities: View all classroom locations
• Access to our award winning OnDemand online learning resources

Classroom is a complete course, which includes tuition, revision and exam preparation, and comes with a Pass Guarantee .

If you are unsuccessful in an Objective Test Assessment, the Pass Guarantee will give you FREE access to a further 2 mock exams and 180 'Test Yourself' questions. Your access to MyKaplan and tutor support can also be extended on request to help you get back on track.

If you are unsuccessful in the Case Study Assessment, the Pass Guarantee will give you FREE enrolment on this course for the next or subsequent sitting. Your access to MyKaplan and tutor support will be extended on request to help you get back on track.

Live interactive online classes at a set time, which you can watch from anywhere.

• Interactive live lectures delivered online by our expert tutors
• Re-watch and replay lessons through recordings
• Full weekday, weekend, afternoon or evening classes available

Live Online is a complete course, which includes tuition, revision and exam preparation, and comes with a Pass Guarantee . We have classes available weekdays and weekends, and for a full day or part day. You can engage with your tutor during classes, and keep in touch with classmates via MyKaplan.

Self-study at your own pace via the study text and online modules.

• Study remotely with printed and online materials
• Study guide built into MyKaplan to provide direction

Distance Learning is a complete course, which includes tuition, revision and exam preparation. If you are unsuccessful in an Objective Test Assessment, tutor support can be extended to help you get back on track. Access to eLearning content can also be extended for £35. You can also pay £49 to access a further 2 mock exams and 180 ‘Test Yourself’ questions.

Timetables - Classroom and Live Online

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Timings and working towards an assessment

Each subject is assessed by an objective test, and the level is assessed by a Case Study. The objective tests are computer-based and are 90 minutes each, taken at a Kaplan centre or Pearson VUE test centre. They consist of multiple choice, number entry, drag and drop, and other formats of questions. The exams can be sat at any time of the year, and can be taken in any order. All assessments are marked by computer. Your results will be available within 48 hours. Remember, you’ll have to book your exam as well as your course.

In the Case Study, you’ll be expected to use what you learned in the Management Level to work through a real life scenario, where your ‘role’ will be a Finance Manager. Case Study exams are 3 hours long, are computer-based, and available to take in four windows throughout the year (February, May, August, November), at a Kaplan centre or Pearson VUE assessment centre. The exam is based on a pre-seen that will be released approximately 7 weeks before the exam window. The pre-seen is valid for two sittings, one pre-seen for May and August and another for November and February. They are marked by a human, and results are available 5 weeks after the close of the exam window. They will test your research and analysis skills, how you present information, and your persuasion and communication skills.

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How long does it take to pass?

Students usually take around one year to complete the level, but this depends entirely on your preferred way of learning and study method.

What happens if I need to resit my OT exam?

Firstly, don’t worry. We know it can be frustrating to fail an exam, but you can resit, and we try to make the process as easy as possible.

You can take an online resit course, via MyKaplan . It will be available via your existing MyKaplan classroom, Live Online or OnDemand course. To automatically release your resit resources you must have attempted all the assessments and completed the resit survey. Included in this course are helpful articles to help you prepare for your resit exam, access to a PDF containing information to help you get back on track, a chance to build your own tests, so you can practise the areas you’re less sure about, and two previously unseen mock exams for even more question practice. And of course, you still have access to our Academic Support team for technical support from our expert tutors.

The online resit course is only available to Classroom, Live Online, and OnDemand students who have met the terms of their Pass Guarantee. The resit is not available to buy individually.

If you need to resit your exam and would like to discuss you options, please contact Student Services on 0161 259 7400 for an informal conversation about the best way forward. We are here to support you every step of the way.

What happens if I need to resit my Case Study exam?

We all know that failing an exam is upsetting but it is important to pick yourself up and get ready to try again. At Kaplan we want to make this as easy as possible for you and so we will give you additional support.

The pre-seen material for case study exams is valid for two sittings. May and August share a pre-seen, November and February share a pre-seen. This means that if you sat your exam in May or November and need to resit you can resit your exam using the same pre-seen in the August / February exam window which follows.

If you wish to resit, you have access to an online resit course via your existing MyKaplan Classroom, Live Online, or OnDemand course for the following sitting. The survey for which will be made available during results week for the exam sitting you were attempting. This includes a resit guidance PDF to help you get back on track, or case resources for the new pre-seen*, and two previously unseen, mock exams which you can submit for marking. You will still have access to our academic support team if you need technical guidance or help from our expert tutors.

Alternatively, if you were enrolled on to a classroom course, you have the option of attending another classroom course, or the last two days of a classroom course if your resit is on the same case study (where available), or attending a Live Online course, or sessions 7 and 8 of a Live Online course if your resit is on the same case study. If you were enrolled on a Live Online course then you can attend another Live Online course, or sessions 7 and 8 of a Live Online course if your resit is on the same case study.

*if resitting under a new case study.

Both the online resit course and access to a new course are only available to Classroom, Live Online, and OnDemand students who have met the terms of their Pass Guarantee. The resit product is not available to buy as a stand alone course.

If you need to resit your exam and would like to discuss your options, please contact Student Services on 0161 259 7400 for an informal conversation about the best way forward. We are here to support you every step of the way.

Dates and deadlines for Case Study exams

All the key dates and deadlines for the 2024 Management Case Study exams are listed below for you.

Study materials

Our materials are CIMA’s only official study materials, so you can be confident of their quality.

What study materials are included in my course?

Study materials vary based on the study method you choose, your course start date, and whether you're studying an Objective Test or Case Study course.

When it comes to study materials, 9/10 Kaplan learners surveyed preferred a mix of digital and printed. We know learners value our Integrated Workbooks* and Revision Cards as their most used resources, that’s why they will continue to be printed and delivered straight to your door. For all Objective Test courses starting after the 1st July 2024 and Case Study courses starting after the 24th June 2024 our Study Text and Exam Kit will be going digital. These new interactive eBooks will support you with your studies and feature tools designed to complement your learning. Not only will you be able to highlight, note-take and search in seconds, but complicated terms will be simply explained with a dictionary at your fingertips, these eBooks are accessible anywhere, anytime, and on any device through Bibliu. Watch our video .

*Objective Test courses only. Not included for Distance Learning courses.

The following materials are included in each Objective Test course :

Textbook covering the full subject syllabus with worked examples and activities.

Courses starting before 30th June 2024 - a printed textbook with an online version. Distance Learning learners have the option of printed and online, or online only.

Courses starting after 1st July 2024 - an interactive eBook powered by Bibliu.

Printed integrated workbook (not included for Distance Learning)

Study modules (Not included for Distance Learning)

Application modules

Printed revision cards

Pocket-sized, brief revision notes that highlight and prioritise the essential topics you need to understand to pass your CIMA exams.

Courses starting before 30th June 2024 - Distance Learning courses include the option to have online-only cards.

Courses starting after 1st July 2024 - Distance Learning courses will be printed only.

Study programme

If you choose OnDemand or Distance Learning, we’ll provide you with a printable study programme. You can choose one of three study durations, as not everyone learns at the same pace. If you choose Classroom or Live Online, your Kaplan tutor will guide you through your course.

The kit gives you plenty of exam style questions and answers to test your knowledge and practice.

Courses starting before 30th June 2024 - a printed exam kit with an online version.

The following materials are included in each Case Study course :

CIMA’s official textbook covering Integrated Case Study Exam preparation with worked examples and activities.

Courses starting before 23rd June 2024 - a printed textbook with an online version. Distance Learning learners have the option of printed and online, or online only.

Courses starting after 24th June 2024 - an interactive eBook powered by Bibliu.

Familiarisation and Practice Workbook

An examination preparation tool, based on the case study, including ethical considerations, key issues, how to prioritise, and plan your answer. The workbook includes 10-12 case specific tasks including a familiarisation quiz and exercises.

For those doing the classroom study method, this will be a printed copy. It will be online only for LiveOnline, OnDemand and Distance learning students. You can download it and print it out.

Case analysis videos

Technical Recap videos and notes (not included for Distance Learning)

To buy the materials separately...

You can buy CIMA approved books for each subject on this level from Kaplan Publishing.

Delivery costs

• UK and NI - £7 for the first package, £7 for subsequent packages
• EU - £35 for the first package, £30 for subsequent packages
• Rest of the World - £50 for the first package, £50 for subsequent packages

A package relates to all the materials for a specific subject, for example CIMA P2 Advanced Management Accounting. If purchasing a course for more than one subject, the additional package charges will apply.

• UK – 3 to 5 working days
• EU – 5 to 7 working days
• Rest of the World – 7 to 10 working days subject to availability.

MyKaplan explained (1m:18s)

MyKaplan is your online learning portal where you can access all of your online learning and testing resources, including online versions of your study materials. Accessible from your computer, tablet or via the dedicated mobile app, it’s the one stop shop for everything you need with practical resources to help you prepare for your exams.

Online features

• View your detailed study programme and online materials in one place and access your content in a few clicks
• Contact a tutor directly using live chat. You can also email or request a callback
• Complete practice tests and get instant feedback (Objective Tests)
• Track your performance by topic and easily identify where you need to improve; you can even compare yourself with others in your class
• Take part in forum discussions with students and tutors and find answers to common questions
• See instantly when your assessments have been marked (Case Study)
• Use the mobile app  to study on the move and access your study materials offline

Access duration

Your chosen study method determines how long you can access your online content for. For Objective Tests:

Classroom Six months from last course date.

Live Online Six months from last course date.

OnDemand Six months from selected start month.

Distance Learning 12 months from selected start month.

There is also one free extension for 3 months, and a further 3-month extension for £50.

For the Case Study , access durations are all six months after the selected exam sitting.

computer Minimum system requirements for MyKaplan

We'll support you every step of the way throughout your CIMA learning experience with us. You can contact a tutor and get the help you need quickly and easily.

Provided by our Academic Support team (our dedicated team of expert tutors):

• Live chat (instant response via online messenger system)
• Email (we'll get back to you within 4 hrs)
• Discussion forum (we’ll get back to you within 4 hrs)
• Request a callback so you can speak to a tutor (we’ll arrange a call with you within 24 hours). Please note request a callback is only available to UK based students.

Academic Support opening times

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 8pm Friday: 8am - 5:30pm Saturday: 9am - 5pm Sunday: 9am - 1pm

Ways to get support

If you think you'd benefit from additional tutor support while studying, we recommend the structured study methods such as Classroom and Live Online.

Pass Guarantee

If you don't get the results you were expecting and have enrolled on an eligible course, you can take advantage of our Pass Guarantee. Get extended course access, tutor support, a new mock exam, and guidance for FREE until you pass your exam.

We have a wealth of materials to help you revise for and pass your exams.

Objective Test

For the Objective Test, all study options come with the following:

Knowledge checks

Consolidation test

Progress test (not available with Distance Learning)

Test yourself

Two mock exams

The Case Study is a difficult exam, testing your overall knowledge across the level, and is tested by a written exam, based on a business scenario. We support you with resources that match the feel of the real Case Study:

3 mock exams based on the live case (2 for Distance Learning)

Recorded debrief of all 3 mocks (Distance Learning will get one debrief on the first mock)

Subject prices can differ depending on your study method, location and the time you choose to study (if you’re choosing Classroom) .

Go to our study methods page to learn more about each option.

Subjects are all priced individually, so you can purchase them altogether (for a discount), or separately as you need them.

Funding options

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Your employer may fund the costs of your studies if you're already working in a related field and want to develop your learning. You’ll need to speak to them to see if they’re willing to provide this support.

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CIMA Management is covered in our interest-free payment plan. The plan lets you spread the cost of your studies over 12 months, with no extra costs. You’ll need to buy all subjects in the level to take out a payment plan.

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You may be eligible for an Apprenticeship through your employer, depending on your circumstances. Speak to your employer to find out more.

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The CGMA Finance Leadership Program

The CGMA FLP has everything you need to study the CGMA Professional Qualification: all your learning, assessment and Case Study exam preparation takes place within the platform, and your subscription includes your CIMA registration and membership, exam entry, and a full Case Study Review Course.

You’ll work through three levels, with your knowledge put to the test via continuous assessment rather than sitting Objective tests. It means there are fewer exams on the CGMA FLP compared with other pathways.

At the end of each level, you’ll sit the same Case Study exam as all other CGMA candidates to test your mastery of business concepts and ability to apply your knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios.

CGMA Finance Leadership Program Overview

The CGMA Finance Leadership Program (CGMA FLP) is an online, fully digital way to study for CIMA’s CGMA® Professional Qualification and get CGMA designation.

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Gain the skills and mindset to succeed in today's business world

The CGMA® Finance Leadership Program is your digital-first, self-directed and forward-thinking passport to transformation. Watch our exclusive webinar to learn more.

CGMA Finance Leadership Programme structure

Ten subjects organised into three pillars  at the professional level and four levels (one foundational and three professional)

Assessments

Your knowledge is assessed at the end of each topic within the digital platform throughout your learning journey

Case Studies

Each of the three professional levels has a three-hour Case Study exam that you can take during four windows per year. There is no Case Study at the Foundational level.

Completion time

Depending on which level you start at, one to four years

The four pillars:

The Foundational Level is designed as a preparatory stage to equip students with the key necessary learning to progress successfully to Operational Level of the CGMA® qualification.

On successful completion of all the modules of the Foundational Level below, you will earn the Skills Certificate in Business & Finance Essentials.

• Introduction to Business and Finance
• Introduction to Financial Accounting
• Introduction to Management Accounting

You’ll learn:

• How a business functions and the wider business environment.
• How to describe the financial accounting process and how financial statements are prepared.
• How to explain the role of management accounting and how it supports relevant decision-making.

The Operational Level focuses on short-term decision-making. You’ll be able to work with others in your organisation and use appropriate data and technology to translate medium-term decisions into short-term actionable plans.

On successful completion of all the modules of the Operational Level below, you will earn the CIMA® Diploma in Management Accounting.

• Finance Function Transformation
• Finance Business Partnering
• Data Analytics
• How the finance function is transforming in the digital age.
• How the finance function works cross-functionally to achieve strategic objectives.
• How to recognise the importance of a digital mindset and ways to leverage technology.
• How businesses are organised, how they function and how finance business partnering supports performance.
• How the finance function uses data.

The Management Level focuses on translating long-term decisions into medium-term plans. You’ll be able to use data and relevant technology to manage organisational and individual performance, allocate resources to implement decisions; monitor and report the implementation of decisions; and prepare and interpret financial statements to highlight business performance.

On successful completion of all the modules of the Management Level below, you will earn the CIMA® Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting.

This subject focuses on the following competency areas:

• Project Management
• Business Models
• How to apply project management tools and skills.
• How to manage change and resistance to change.
• Explain and analyse operating environments.
• How to identify and apply a business model framework.
• How to develop and manage teams and their culture.

The Strategic Level focuses on long-term strategic decision-making. Candidates can support organisational leaders to craft strategy; evaluate and manage risks that might prevent organisations from successfully implementing strategy; value organisations; and source financial resources required to implement strategy.

• Competitive Advantage
• Digital Strategy
• Strategy Formulation
• Strategy Implementation
• How to advise on the formulation of vision, mission and objectives.
• How to choose and apply tools to collect and interpret data for different scenarios.
• How to devise, implement and measure digital transformation strategies.
• How to develop and manage strategic options.
• How to communicate, enable, support and manage the implementation of strategy.

Assessment of practical experience requirements (PER)

Once you complete the Strategic Level, your last step before earning the CGMA® designation and becoming a CIMA member is to demonstrate that you have a minimum of three years of relevant work experience (this can be accumulated before, during and after your studies). Your experience is assessed through the  practical experience requirements (PER) application.

Award: 

The Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation and membership of The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (ACMA or FCMA).

Flexible Learning Packages to Suit all Goals and Schedules

How much does the cgma finance leadership programme cost.

The only cost for the CGMA FLP is your subscription fee, which includes your CIMA registration, learning, exam preparation courses, assessments and Case Study exams. Price quoted does not include any local or country VAT / Taxes which will be calculated at checkout

Why choose CGMA FLP?

✔ Ideal if you prefer continuous assessment over sitting exams

✔ Fully remote learning experience: go at your pace

✔ All-inclusive: all the resources, tutorials, exams and assessments you need to get your Professional Qualification 

✔ Easy-to-manage subscription model: choose one, two or three years to study the Skills Plus or Skills Premium options.

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Which learning and assessment route should I take?

Shape your studies how you want, using a tuition provider or opting to self-study, or enrol on the CGMA Finance Leadership Programme for a fully guided study experience.

Am I eligible for exemptions? 

If you have a degree or a qualification, you might be exempt from certain Certificate in Business Accounting or CGMA Professional Qualification exams. That means you could qualify sooner than you think.

Register for the CGMA Finance Leadership Programme

Before you choose your registration route, make sure you have the following to hand:

• Your contact details, including address, phone and email.
• Your current employment details (if you are working).
• Details of your tuition provider (if you are studying).

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For further information about the AICPA & CIMA and the CGMA qualification please go to https://www.aicpa-cima.com/home .

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Scheduling of all assessments is available by using the log in button towards the top right-hand side of your screen. One you’ve logged in you will be able select the location, date and time you want for the examination you wish to attempt.

To schedule your CGMA case study exams, please visit your exam dashboard .

Certificates, qualifications and routes

Certificate in business accounting.

The Certificate in Business Accounting is CIMA’s entry level accounting qualification for candidates with little or no accounting background. Find more information here »

CIMA’s CGMA Professional Qualification

There are different ways to study for the CGMA Professional Qualification. Whichever route you choose, you’ll get the same qualification and the same CGMA designation. But you’ll get there at your own pace, on your terms.

Find out more here »

Apprenticeships

CIMA offers end-point assessments for Level 4 and Level 7 apprenticeships in England.

If you’re a school leaver, a graduate, a working professional or even an existing CGMA candidate with at least 12 months of your qualification left, a CIMA Apprenticeship could be for you. Find out more here »

We welcome entries from candidates with test accommodation requirements and are able to provide additional help or concessions, such as extra exam time, as appropriate to individual needs. If you have a test accommodation requirement, you should notify CIMA prior to booking your assessment by following the instructions found here .

Once you have received confirmation of your special arrangements, you should book your assessment by telephone. You can find the appropriate regional Pearson VUE contact number here .

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• E2: Managing Performance
• P2: Advanced Management Accounting
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• Management Level Case Study

CGMA Strategic

• E3: Strategic Management
• P3: Risk Management
• F3: Financial Strategy
• Strategic Level Case Study

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CIMA's CGMA Objective Test and Case Study overview

Within each level, you must pass three Objective Tests and one Case Study before progressing onto the next stage of the qualification.

To be a fully qualified Chartered Global Management Accountant you will need to complete these exams as well the relevant Practical Experience Requirement (PER) .

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