Why choose CIMA?

CIMA is the most relevant accounting qualification for business.

How will studying CIMA help my career?

Becoming a chartered management accountant can accelerate your career and boost your salary. It is a proven path to business success.

CIMA trained people work in industry, commerce, management consultancies, banks and not for profit and public sector organisations. Many of our members work in prestigious, high paying roles.

You can work around the world with CIMA. We have 183,000 members and students in 168 countries.

What will I earn with CIMA?

Chartered management accountants are highly rewarded. See our salary surveys for more.

What is management accounting?

Management accountants interpret financial information to make business decisions. Top CFOs, CEOs and management consultants are chartered management accountants.

How is CIMA different from other qualifications?

Compare CIMA with other qualifications. Most accounting qualifications train you for private practice, working on audit and tax issues. CIMA prepares you for a career in business.