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Residents of Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Sudan, Iraq, and Pakistan are eligible for a 40% CMA exam fee discount after purchasing the CMA entrance and IMA membership fee bundle.

Why the CMA?

The credential that prepares accounting and finance professionals for leadership.

The CMA equips accounting and finance professionals with the strategic, analytical, and business skills needed to thrive in today's evolving finance function.

Whether you're looking to move into FP&A, business partnering, controllership, or finance leadership, the CMA helps you build practical capabilities valued by employers worldwide.

Starting with the September/October 2026 exam window, the CMA exam moves to a case-based question (CBQ) format. Instead of testing recall alone, CBQs assess how you apply financial and strategic thinking to real business scenarios, the same kind of judgment expected of you in the role you're working toward.

Rank

21%

Higher median
total compensation*

Career

82%

Say the CMA improved
their career opportunities*

*Source: IMA Global Salary Survey 2023

Hear from CMA professionals

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“The CMA certification was one of the most impactful milestones in my career journey. It shifted the way I think and helped me make better financial decisions.”

Abdelrahman Samy, CMA, CSCA, FMVA

Group Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Al Rostamani Group

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“Earning the CMA challenged me to think differently, strengthened my financial expertise, and gave me a seat at the table where my insights were trusted.”

Isabelle Massaad, CMA, CSCA

CFO, DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

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“The CMA gave me a significant competitive edge early in my career. It opened doors to global opportunities and enhanced my professional credibility. ”

Klariz Danielle Z. Basilio, CMA

Financial Accounting Associate, Bayswater Financials

Limited-Time Offer

Save on your CMA entrance & IMA membership fee bundle, and get 25% off on the CMA exam fee when you enroll during the promotional period.

CMA Candidate Package Offer — GCC | IMA CMA Candidate Package Offer — GCC | IMA

Valid only for the Sept/Oct 2026 and Jan/Feb 2027 CMA exam window.


How to claim the offer

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FAQ

Visit the IMA website imaglobal.org and log in to your account, or create a new account if you are a first-time user. From the Certifications menu, select Enroll in the CMA, click Enroll Now, and choose the IMA membership and CMA entrance fee that matches your membership category. Complete the checkout process to purchase the bundle.

Purchase IMA membership and the CMA entrance fee first. Once purchased, you'll receive your exam fee discount code by email, which you can apply when registering for your CMA exam(s).

No. The exam fee discount is only available after you've purchased IMA membership and the CMA entrance fee.

Yes, you can choose any CMA exam part that you're ready to sit for.

The promotional offer is valid until September 7, 2026.

Who is eligible for this promotion?

This promotion is available to:

  • New candidates purchasing the CMA entrance and IMA membership fee bundle.
  • IMA members renewing their membership.
  • The 25% discount on the CMA exam is applicable to residents to the GCC.
  • Residents of Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Sudan, Iraq, and Pakistan are eligible for a 40% CMA exam fee discount after purchasing the CMA entrance and IMA membership fee bundle.

This promotion cannot be combined with any other coupons, discounts, offers, or promotional campaigns.

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