Why CIMA?

Most accounting qualifications train people for private practice, working on

external audit and tax issues. CIMA prepares people for a career in business.
It teaches skills for strategic advice, managing risk and making key
decisions.
Our syllabus is designed to deliver a strong understanding of all aspects of
business so our members can contribute in many areas of an organisation.

What is management accounting?

Management accounting combines accounting, finance and management
with the leading edge techniques needed to drive successful businesses.
Chartered management accountants:

Advise managers about the financial implications of projects.

Explain the financial consequences of business decisions.

Formulate business strategy.

Monitor spending and financial control.

Conduct internal business audits.

Explain the impact of the competitive landscape.

Bring a high level of professionalism and integrity to business.

The management accounting skillset

Our members are qualified to work across an organisation, not just in
finance. In addition to strong accounting fundamentals, CIMA teaches
strategic business and management skills:

Analysis they analyse information and using it to make business

decisions.

Strategy they formulate business strategy to create wealth and

shareholder value.

Risk they identify and manage risk.

Planning they apply accounting techniques to plan and budget.

Communication they determine what information management

needs and explain the numbers to non-financial managers.

While 88% of Fortune 500 companies employ AICPA CGMA designation

holders, CIMA members hold 111 board positions at 91 different FTSE 350
companies. 42 of these are within 37 FTSE 100 companies and 69 are within
54 FTSE 250 companies

Find everything you need to begin your journey with CIMA!

As a new CIMA student we want you to feel welcome and ready to start your
studies so we hope you've been able to get lots of useful information from
your welcome emails and your welcome pack. You can find out more
information about studying CIMA and taking exams - just follow the links
below!

Getting started

MY CIMA - log into your MY CIMA account to keep your details up-todate and schedule exams. Find out more about MY CIMA.

Exemptions - search our exemptions database to find out what

exams you may be exempt from.

Download your study planner and welcome brochure to have all the
information at your finger tips.

Exemptions

You may be exempt from certain exams in the Certificate in Business

Accounting and CIMA Professional Qualification if you hold a relevant degree
or qualification.
The exams you are exempt from will vary depending on the degree or
qualification you hold.
Exemptions are awarded at CIMAs discretion.

Who is eligible for exam exemptions?

You may qualify for exemptions if you:

Are a graduate with a qualification listed in our database of CIMA

accredited programmes.

Are a graduate of a degree programme that is related to the CIMA

syllabus.

Are an Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) student or member.

Have an MBA or a Master's in Accounting.

Are a member or passed finalist of ICWAI or ICMAB, or a member of

ICMAP.

Are studying or have completed a relevant qualification with another

professional body.

You can search for your qualification in our exemptions database. If your
degree or qualification is not listed, you may still be eligible for exemptions.

Search the exemptions database

My degree isn't in the database

How do I apply for exemptions?

To be granted exemptions from CIMA exams you must first register as a
CIMA student and submit proof to CIMA of your relevant degree or
qualification.
Make sure you are familiar with CIMAs exemptions policy before you apply.

Applying for exemptions

How much do exemptions cost?

Exemption fees are the same as exam fees for each subject:
CIMA certificate in business accounting (per subject)
Operational and management level objective tests (per subject)
Operational and management level case study exams (per exam)
Strategic level objective tests (per subject)
Fast track entry methods

CIMA has fast track routes for both members of professional bodies
in India, and MBA holders.
MBA holders

If you are an MBA holder, please see our Master's gateway entry route.
ICAI

As a member or passed finalist of the Institute of Chartered

Accountants of India (ICAI), you may be eligible for advanced entry
through the professional gateway route
IPCC passed student, exempted from certificate level plus 2 subjects from op
level.
ICWAI

As a member or passed finalist of the Institute of Cost and Works

Accountants of India (ICWAI) you may be eligible for Stretegic level just
one casestudy.
All exemptions are free.

2015 Professional Qualification Syllabus

CIMA is introducing an updated syllabus for its professional qualification and

new assessment methods which will take effect from January 2015.

What is changing?

This updated syllabus and assessment bridges the skills gaps of newly
qualified finance professionals worldwide, meeting the employability needs of
both business and people. Our objective is to produce competent and
confident management accounting professionals who guide and lead their
organisations to sustainable success.

SYLLABUS 2015
Competency framework

Following comprehensive global research with employers of various sizes and

in different sectors, we have developed a framework which shows the skills,
abilities and competencies finance professionals need to drive the success of
their organisations.
New focus

The 2015 syllabus is competency-based retaining the 2010 syllabus

structure with its pillars and levels. It remains as strong as ever on the core
accounting skills. We have added new material such as Big Data,
sustainability, integrated reporting and finance function transformation. We
have strengthened existing themes on costing and cost management, and
carried the topic of risk through all levels of the syllabus. We have also
adjusted the weightings of some syllabus topics.
New assessment

CIMA is the first global accountancy body to pioneer a combination of

computerised assessments to examine our syllabus. Each subject will be
assessed not only by an objective test, but also by a case study which
combines the knowledge and learning at each level of the qualification
resulting in nine objectives tests and three case studies.
With all exams being computer-based, objective tests will be available on
demand, with four case study exam sittings per year. The new assessment
method will come into effect from January 2015.

WHY IS IT CHANGING?

Our aim has been to ensure the syllabus remains relevant and the learning
experience of candidates matches the real world of business. We have
worked closer than ever before with employers, members and students
around the world to make sure we deliver the necessary changes. Our focus
has been on how to increase 'employability':
For students, we have completed a rigorous update that will make them
more employable.
For anybody thinking of enrolling with CIMA, we have created a
business-ready qualification.
For employers, we have ensured the contents remain relevant to global
business so their employees have the skills and competencies needed to
deliver sustainable success for their organisation.
The many partners we work with such as tuition providers will
welcome our focus on assessment and the faster progression this brings.

PREPARING FOR 2015

Our current syllabus will continue to be examined throughout 2014. There is

plenty of time for everybody to prepare for the changes that come in
January 2015. We have ensured current students can switch to the updated
syllabus and assessment method smoothly.
Professional qualification exams

Objective tests
On-demand, computer based assessments
available all year.
On-demand, computer based assessments
E2 P2 F2
available all year.
On-demand, computer based assessments
E3 P3 F3
available all year.

Operational level E1 P1 F1
Management
level
Strategic level

Case study exams

There are four windows a year when you can sit the case study exams.
Within each window exams will be available for five days from Tuesday to
Saturday.
May 2015
Operational
Exam entry
opening
Exam entry
closing
Pre seen
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Exam dates
Results

Management/GatewayStrategic

Friday 19 December Friday 19 December

Friday 19 December

5pm (UK time

Monday 27 April

5pm (UK time) Tuesday 5pm (UK time)

5 May
Monday 11 May

Monday 23 March

Monday 30 March

Tuesday 7 April

Tuesday 12 May to
Saturday 16 May
Thursday 18 June

Tuesday 19 May to
Saturday 23 May
Thursday 25 June

Tuesday 26 May to
Saturday 30 May
Thursday 2 July

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From 7 April 2015, CIMAs UK office will be:

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