The Many Benefits Of Acquiring The CMA Strengthen your job prospects by gaining crucial accounting and finance skills
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IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) is the worldwide association of accountants and financial professionals in business. We are the only organization to offer the CMA® (Certified Management Accountant), our high-ROI credential, that's always earned through a multi-part exam.
The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification proves you have the critical skills every accounting and finance professional needs. Earning it gives you access to greater career opportunities and positions you for higher earning potential. Master 12 core competencies in finance and accounting and gain the skills to help drive your organization's strategy and value amid an unpredictable market.
The many benefits of acquiring the CMA
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Position yourself for a leadership role with the CMA
As per the IMA's 2020 Global Salary Survey, the following job titles were more likely to be filled by CMAs than non-CMAs:
CMA Success Stories
Mostafa Araby, CMA Senior Financial Analyst, General Motors Egypt & North Africa
"Even during economic challenges such as the current disruption, where revenues are taking a deep dive and cost savings becomes a priority, the CMA enables me to propose new strategies by analyzing data and understanding key business drivers, which greatly assists top management in making the right decisions."
Ferah Gul Koculu, CMA, Finance Executive, Majid Al Futtaim Finance and IMA Dubai Chapter Board Member and Director
"The odds were against me, new to the country, and job competition was fierce. I knew, I had to differentiate myself in order to improve my chances of career success. The CMA program set me apart by enabling me to increase my knowledge in finance, decision making, as well as my strategic management skills. Almost immediately after earning the CMA, I was offered a finance executive role with one of the region's leading integrated lifestyle providers."
IMA's Career Resources
Management Accounting Competency Framework: IMA's enhanced Management Accounting Competency Framework identifies the competencies management accountants need to remain relevant now and in the future. It covers 6 key domains, 33 critical skills, and 5 skill levels.
CareerDriver: Bridge the gap between your management accounting skills and those that are in demand by your desired role.
Industry insights: Get the latest insights into current trends and in the field of management accounting and finance.
Ethics Center: Discover and uphold IMA's Statement of Ethical Professional Practice and participate in the Carl Menconi Ethics Case Competition.
Networking: Connect with IMA's global accounting and finance community to share knowledge, access career opportunities, and make business contacts.
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