Professional certification

Certified Management Accountant (CMA, USA)

Awarded by Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)

What it is

Management accounting and financial management certification valued in FP&A, costing and corporate finance.

How to show it on your CV

Add strategic or planning projects you completed to show how you apply CMA topics.

Example listing

Certified Management Accountant (CMA, US), IMA, [Year]
  • Use the exact official name of the credential.
  • State your status honestly: completed, part-qualified or in progress.
  • Add the year and the awarding body.
  • Back the credential with achievements in your experience section.

Requirements, fees and rules change. Check the awarding body's official website for current details before planning your studies.

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