Study the CIMA Qualification in London and the UK

CIMA is a leading membership body that offers a globally recognized professional management accounting qualification. Our CIMA qualification has an emphasis on accounting for business. CIMA’s reputation as a professional and regulatory body has never been stronger.

CIMA qualified management accountants have an excellent understanding of finance and business. They use this to shape the future of their organisations. They have a broad business perspective and excellent employment opportunities around the world.

CIMA UK Full Time Entry requirements

CIMA operate a flexible entry policy. Your entry level will depend upon your previous experience. Even if you do not possess a relevant qualification in business, accounting or finance, studying for CIMA is still possible. If you have already studied a relevant qualification you may receive exemptions from certain CIMA papers. To check the list of exemptions visit the CIMA website.

CIMA UK Course Aims and Objectives

The CIMA course aims to create CIMA qualified management accountants who have developed an excellent understanding of finance and business. Students will learn how to use their newly found knowledge to shape the future of their organisations. They will possess a broad business perspective, and excellent employment opportunities around the world.

CIMA UK Course Structure until 2010

At the moment the CIMA course consists of five stages. Those students who are either continuing their current CIMA studies, or who are interested in sitting CIMA exams in 2009 should follow the link below to find out more information on the current CIMA course structure.

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CIMA Course Structure - 2010 and Beyond

The structure of the CIMA Qualification is changing in 2010. For detailed information on the changes that are being implemented visit the CIMA website. Students who have already passed some exams or who have exemptions at the managerial level of the CIMA 2005 syllabus before the end of January 2010 will be credited for equivalent papers at the operational and management level in the CIMA 2010 syllabus. There will be a new award after operational level - Diploma in Management Accounting - in addition to the Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting after management level.