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How to become a CMA

The path to the CMA is manageable. Watch this video to see what you can expect on your journey to certification.

To earn the CMA, you'll need to meet the following requirements:

  • Hold an active IMA membership
  • Complete and pass Parts 1 and 2 of the CMA Exam.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or a related professional certification. (For details, please refer to the Education Qualification Section of the CMA Handbook.)
  • Abide by IMA’s Statement of Ethical Professional Practice.
  • Have two continuous years of professional experience in management accounting or financial management. (Please refer to the Experience Qualification section of the CMA Handbook.)

Hear from successful CMAs

IMA and CMA Fees

Pricing Update (Effective October 1, 2023)

Please be aware that IMA membership dues and CMA® (Certified Management Accountant) and CSCA® (Certified in Strategy and Competitive Analysis) program fees will increase as follows beginning October 1, 2023:

CMA Certification For Professionals Current Price Price begining
October 1, 2023
CMA entrance fee (non-refundable) $280 $300
CMA Exam Fee $460 per part $495 per part
Membership $275 $295
CMA Certification For Students/ Academics Current Price Price begining
October 1, 2023
CMA entrance fee (non-refundable) $210 $225
CMA Exam Fee $345 per part $370 per part
Student Membership $45 $49
Academic Membership $150 $160

Register for
the CMA with any
of our approved
training providers

Work towards these dates:

May/June 2022

First exam date: May 1
Last exam date: June 30
Last day to register for an exam: June 15

> Register for Part 1

> Register for Part 2

September/October 2022

First exam date: September 1
Last exam date: October 31
Last day to register for an exam: October 15

> Register for Part 1

> Register for Part 2

January/February 2023

First exam date: January 1
Last exam date: February 28
Last day to register for an exam: February 15

> Register for Part 1

> Register for Part 2

Questions about
taking the CMA exam?