CMA
Certified Management Accountant
Last updated: January 5, 2026
📋 About the CMA
The CMA, administered by IMA (Institute of Management Accountants), costs $280 USD, takes approximately 8 hours to complete, and scores on a 200-800 scale. Results are valid for Lifetime.
The CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is a globally recognized credential for management accounting and corporate finance professionals. Administered by the IMA (Institute of Management Accountants), it focuses on financial planning, analysis, control, decision support, and professional ethics.
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⚡ Quick Facts
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Cost
- $280 USD
- Validity
- Lifetime
- Score Range
- 200-800
- Adaptive
- No
- At Home
- No
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📢 Recent Updates
2024-01-01
CMA Exam Content Spec Update