In January 2012 the AICPA and CIMA joined forces to create a new designation; the CGMA, or Chartered Global Management Accountant. Both are management accounting certifications, pitting the CGMA in direct competition with the CMA. So how can you determine which is best suited for you? This is an important decision as you become an accountant and pursue certifications to advance … Read More
Everything You Need to Know About How to Become a CMA
Making the choice to become a Certified Management Accountant is exciting. But understanding all the requirements and figuring out how to become a CMA can be overwhelming. Below, I have broken down the key information you will need in order to earn your designation in Certified Management Accounting. The CMA program lets you proceed at your own pace. You can … Read More
CMA Exam Pass Rates
What does it take to become a CMA? Passing the CMA exam requires discipline, commitment, but most of all, an unwavering dedication to study. You have to pass the exam to get a Certified Management Accounting designation. Being a CMA is a great career choice with tons of earning potential and work opportunities. But this journey begins with a single … Read More
CMA Exam Calculator Rules
Fret not! You can use a calculator during the CMA exam! But there are some rules and restrictions regarding which types of calculators you are allowed to bring. Let’s take a look at them now so you can be prepared with the right calculator when exam day comes around. According to IMA’s CMA Handbook, calculators for use during the exam … Read More
How Is the CMA Exam Graded?
The CMA exam is not just one of the toughest, but also one of the lengthiest financial exam. A commonly asked question by many candidates is: “How is the CMA exam graded?“ It is important for every candidate to know beforehand the pattern of the exam and how to maximize their scores by knowing how grading is done. It also … Read More
