Application and assessment
Applying for membership
- Apply online in your MY CIMA account (see our user guide (PDF 51KB)).
- Attend a face-to-face assessment sessions for the chance to to gain membership in one hour..
- Apply by post. Applications should be sent to:
Membership admissions
CIMA
26 Chapter St
London
SW1P 4NP
You application is sent to two CIMA fellows for assessment. They award associate membership if they believe you have gained the necessary knowledge.
They will explain their decision if they do not award membership, and let you know if additional information or experience is needed. If your application is deferred, you will not be required to pay the application fee again.
We acknowledge receipt of your application, and will write to you within six to eight weeks with the assessors' decision.
Our assessors are able to interpret and evaluate the breadth of work you have recorded. It is still worth applying even if you feel you lack practical experience in some areas.
Fees
See the current membership application fee.
Career profile workshops
We hold career profile workshops on a regular basis throughout the year to help you make a successful application. Search our events database.
Need more help?
Still confused? Read our FAQs (PDF 63KB) or contact the guidance team on +44 (0)20 8849 2251 or guidance@cimaglobal.com.