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Benefits of Certification

Expand your skill set, secure your future, get certified! Having CMA certification shows not only a high level of competence in management accounting, but also a strong commitment to continuous improvement and high ethical standards. Many leading international companies consider the CMA certification as the ultimate mark of excellence. The CMA certification leads to faster career advancement. Salary surveys have shown that a certified professional will earn nearly $500,000 more than a non-certified professional over the course of a career (Source: Strategic Finance, June 2003). The CMA certification program consists of four exam parts. Each part is developed around an extensive body of knowledge that reflects the unique knowledge and skill set required for success in today's dynamic managerial finance and accounting profession. By preparing for and achieving the CMA designation, you:

  • Join an elite group of professionals who have advanced beyond the practical accounting skill set and evolved into operations-focused strategists and decision makers skilled in evaluation, critical thinking, and judgment. Confirm your broad business competency and mastery of management-level skills required to maximize value and "build quality in" to your organization. Better position yourself for career advancement and greater earning power: Research conducted by the IMA indicates that certified members' average salary and average total compensation are considerably higher (25%) than those of non-certified professionals (Source: Strategic Finance, June 2003). Demonstrate your commitment to continued professional development and to upholding the highest level of professional ethical standards.
  • Achieve a Valuable Professional Edge. New, more rigorous reporting regulations require today's managerial finance and accounting professionals to be experts in cutting-edge industry practices. Sign up now and pursue CMA certification, the only professional certification program designed to help you achieve and maintain this expert status!