Powering up your career with CIMA

Apply for exemptions

If you are eligible for exemptions, make sure you apply and confirm any exemptions received before starting your studies.

Decide on your learning method

We’ve got lots of study options, with a tuition provider, online or using study texts - whatever your preference and budget, there’s an option to suit you.

Schedule your first exam

Having a date to work towards can be a powerful motivator, and scheduling couldn't be easier!

Start Studying!

The Study Planner is, available 24/7 and packed full of free study resources. Use your contact ID and password to log in.

Sit your exams

With proper revision and preparation you’ll feel confident and ready to sit your exam. Check out our student success stories blog on CIMA connect.

Get your exam results

Got the results you need and ready to start studying for the next exam? If so congratulations! If not, don’t worry – you can try again. Concentrate your study and revision on the areas where you have the lowest marks.

Pay your annual subscription fee

Your first years subscription fee is free with registration. You will then need to pay an annual subscription fee with CIMA to keep taking exams and work towards becoming a CGMA!

Apply for membership

Once you've completed CIMA's CGMA Professional Qualification, you will be able to apply for CIMA membership by submitting your practical experience which demonstrates your work experience alongside your studies.

CGMA - a world of opportunity

Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) is the global designation for management accountants, powered by the AICPA (American Institute of Certified...

Public Accountants) and CIMA, two leading accounting organisations. On completion of the CIMA qualification and becoming a CIMA member, you are automatically entitled to the CGMA designation. It will add global power to your CV and showcase your value around the world.