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The professional qualification

The CIMA Professional Qualification is highly regarded and recognised by business around the world. The syllabus is made up of three elements:

• The Managerial level – six exams
• The Strategic level – three exams
• The Test of Professional Competence in Management Accounting (TOPCIMA) – one exam based on a case study.

All the exams are three hours long and have a pass mark of 50%.

It is essential that you read the subject syllabus before starting your studies.

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