The CMA Gives You an Edge
Earning the CMA means that employers know you have acquired problem-solving skills and technical knowledge that set you apart from your peers.
Earning the CMA means that employers know you have acquired problem-solving skills and technical knowledge that set you apart from your peers.
With the CMA, you can have a wide range of careers in business. Whether your ambition is to make an impact on the world or become a CFO, the CMA provides you with the skills and tools you need to succeed. Most candidates complete the CMA program within just 12-18 months and open new and exciting paths in their career journey.
See what leaders from companies like Saudi Arabian Amiantit Company, Cerner Corporation, Mubadala, and Nestle have to say about the future and how the CMA can help professionals adapt and thrive.
VIEW NOW CFOs need to be strategic thinkers, decision makers, risk managers, and stewards of business ethics – the same skills they are looking for when selecting professionals for their teams.
Earning the CMA shows you have the knowledge and skills needed to advance to strategic roles in accounting and finance.
CMAs have greater earning power. IMA’s 2019 Global Salary Survey shows that:
• CMAs earn 55% more in median total compensation compared to non-CMAs.
• CMAs between the ages of 20-29 can earn 70% more in total compensation than non-CMAs.
High-performing, Fortune 500 companies hire CMAs for a reason. When you earn a CMA, it means you know how to strategize, plan, and execute.
Be a trusted adviser to senior management, think critically, and develop solutions to complex problems. CMAs represent the top tier of accounting and finance talent and employers know it.
Becoming a CMA means becoming a part of the IMA community of more than 125,000 accounting and finance professionals around the world. Connect at 1,000+ yearly global events.
As an internationally recognized certification, the CMA is your “passport” to pursue a wide range of worldwide career opportunities.
As Blockchain, AI, and other advancements in technology transform business operations, the skill set of management accountants must evolve to help translate new capabilities into smart business strategy.
As experts in decision support, planning, data analysis, and critical thinking, CMAs bring the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the era of AI.