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IMA is the only global association that provides the leadership and advocacy to help you advance as a management accounting and finance professional, from entry into the profession to retirement.

Researching emerging trends and best practices ensure that IMA delivers the critical information and results that are vital in a rapidly changing business environment.

Taking that knowledge, IMA builds the leading-edge educational programs and conferences that enhance your competencies associated with the body of knowledge for the profession – focusing specifically on the content relevant to corporate decision makers like you. Whether virtual, face-to-face, or through “blended” learning, IMA creates options that fit the needs of today’s professionals. IMA also keeps you informed about critical issues on the broader environment and practices through its professional publications.

IMA offers practitioners the opportunity to pursue the “gold standard” credential for management accounting and finance professionals – the CMA credential – offering you a competitive advantage over the competition. IMA is your life-long career management partner, helping you manage your career with tools, resources and professional opportunities that put you in charge of your future.

The CMA program consists of four examinations:

Part 1: Business Analysis - 3 hours, 110 multiple choice questions

Part 2: Management Accounting and Reporting - 4 hours, 140 multiple choice questions

Part 3: Strategic Management - 3 hours, 110 multiple choice questions

Part 4: Business Applications - 3 hours, 3-7 written-response essays and problems

Parts 1, 2, and 3 must be passed before registering for Part 4. Score reports for the first three parts are immediately available at the testing center. Results for Part 4 are mailed 4-8 weeks after the test.

All examinations are computer-based and offered by Thomson Prometric, a worldwide network of testing centers. Parts 1, 2, and 3 are offered daily in accordance with local customs. Part 4 is offered during the months of February, May, August, and November.  To locate a Testing Center and to schedule exam appointments, visit www.prometric.com. In general, an exam must be taken within the assigned authorization window. A 60-day extension of the authorization window is allowed for unforeseen circumstances; the fee for this extension is $30. To change testing windows for Part 4, the fee is $50.

Testing locations within the Mid-Florida Chapter service area are: