Become a CMA®

"I use my CMA body of knowledge every day. It comes naturally in the role of CFO because I need to look at things from many different angles, not just from the financial perspective. Management accounting skills are very much in demand as foreign and local companies reach out from the local marketplace and into more global arenas. The CMA body of knowledge is very valuable in this regard."

John K. Lau, CMA
Chief Financial Officer
WesTrac China

"Don't just blindly follow the CPA track. More than 80% of accounting professionals wind up working in industry, so be aware of the non-public accounting opportunities. The big CPA firms sponsor everything on campus, so it's easy to think they're the only game in town. They're not."

Paula Riemer, CMA, CPA
Senior Financial Analyst
The Martin-Brower Co., LLC

"I tell my students: taking the CMA exam is something you can do even before graduation. It gives you and your potential employer evidence that you’re well prepared and well qualified. The CMA sets you apart from others who have a college degree alone, and it’s something that is recognized and respected by a lot of potential employers."

Christine McKeag, CMA, CPA
Assistant Dean
Schroeder Family School of Business Administration University of Evansville, Indiana

"The fact that I had recently completed the exam definitely came up in my interviews. It was a strong selling point that I think helped to set me apart. Pursuing my CMA shows not only that I have a specific skills set but also that I was able to prepare for the exam and accomplish a goal."

Amy White, CMA
Accounting
Safeway, Inc.

"The CMA gave me the cohesion and validation that I needed. Because I come from India and my education and experience came from there, my background wasn't as easily recognized. It's been very helpful for me to have this designation, because it shows that I'm a person who understands all the things that are tested on the exam."

Raj Bansal, CMA, CFM
Assistant VP, Banking Specialist HSBC Bank

"The CMA credential is a spotlight directed to anyone working in accounting and finance. To be certified as a CMA means that I’m a more knowledgeable and experienced professional. In addition, the certification gives me more confidence and adds to my clients’ trust, when they realize that they are dealing with a CMA."

Dr. Samir M.A. Hassan, Ph.D., CMA, CFM

Examination Fees

Professional Member Fees

Certification Entrance Fee (nonrefundable)

$225*

Exam Fee

$350 per part

Exam Fee if a candidate registers for both parts at
the same time for the same testing window

$300 per part

Prometric Rescheduling Fee: to reschedule your appointment within 30 days of your scheduled appointment

$50

Student/Academic Member Fees

Certification Entrance Fee (nonrefundable)

$75*

Exam Fee

$175 per part

Exam Fee if a candidate registers for both parts at
the same time for the same testing window

$125 per part

Prometric Rescheduling Fee: to reschedule your appointment within 30 days of your scheduled appointment

$50

*The Certification Entrance Fee covers:

  • Credential review for educational qualification
  • Credential review for experience qualification
  • Six months access to the CMA Exam Support package which includes the CMA Assessment Tool and printable practice questions
  • Final Score Report
  • Performance feedback reports for candidates who do not pass
  • Personalized, numbered certificate for office display
  • Congratulatory notification to employer or others, if desired

Please note:

  • Candidates must complete parts 1 and 2 of the CMA exam within three years of entry into the program
  • Candidates also must register for an exam part within the first 12 months of entering the program
  • Fees subject to change
  • All fees are nonrefundable, subject to the refund policy
  • To qualify for the Student/Academic discount, you must be an IMA Student/Academic member

Refund Policy

After 30 days from the date of registration, examination fees are not refundable. Within 30 days of the registration date, an examination fee may be refunded if no test appointment has been set. A $25 processing fee will be subtracted from the refund.

Please note: If you purchase both parts 1 and 2 for the same testing window and received the $100 discount, you are required to take both exams in the same testing window. If you are unable to, and you request a refund of one part within 30 days of purchase, you will receive a refund of $225.  After 30 days, there are no refunds. (Refund calculation: $600 paid, less $350 for the exam part you plan to take, less a$25 processing fee equals a refundable amount of $225.)

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