CMA (USA)
Certified Management Accountants
Opening a world of opportunities for you.
About the CMA
For nearly 50 years, the CMA certification has been the global benchmark for management accountants and finance professionals. The certification is awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) USA and is represented by members in 140 countries around the world. Achieving the CMA demonstrates your professional expertise in financial planning, analysis, control, decision support and professional ethics – skills that are in required by organizations around the world.
Add to this is a supportive global network of professional peers and the credibility of a qualification respected by Fortune 500 companies, and you see why a CMA could be your quickest route to the top.
So you want to be a CMA?
COURSE STRUCTURE
PART 1
Financial planning,
performance, and analytics
- External Financial Reporting Decisions
- Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting
- Performance Management
- Cost Management
- Internal Controls
- Technology and Analytics
PART 2
Strategic financial
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Corporate Finance
- Decision Analysis
- Risk Management
- Investment Decisions
- Professional Ethics
CMA MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATION
To qualify as a CMA member, a candidate will have to complete two exam parts along with:
Two continuous years of full-time work experience in management accounting and/or financial management
ELIGIBILITY
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/ university or a related professional certification.
CMA exams can also be attempted during college study (before completing the degree)
The complete eligibility criteria can be found here:
https://www.imanet.org/cma-certification/getting-started?ssopc=1
WHY SYNERGIC
- Full time highly qualified and experienced faculty
- Systematic methods used by our expert tutors to build understanding and confidence in students is conducive to conceptual as well as technical learning
- We make sure that you receive individual attention
- Dedicated revision classes and finishing touch of question based evenings
- Mock exams session before
- Free resit course provided to students with unsuccessful attempt at their exam
- Flexible payment plans
- Purpose build campus at a convenient & prime location
EXAM DETAILS
Each part (exam) consist of two sections
Section A
- 100 MCQs to be completed in 3 hours
Section B
- Two Long questions to be completed in one hour
Total Exam Duration: 4 hours
(Computer Based Online Exam)
Testing Windows:
- Jan / Feb
- May / June
- Sept / Oct
Students can choose any available date for each exam window
Career Opportunities After CMA
Financial Analyst
Industries: Banking & FinTech.
UAE Context: High demand in Dubai DIFC & Abu Dhabi ADGM.
Management Accountant
Industries: Manufacturing & Logistics.
UAE Context: Essential roles in JAFZA for cost control.
Corporate Finance
Industries: Real Estate & Construction.
UAE Context: Financial strategy for developers like Emaar.
Internal Auditor
Industries: Gov & Semi-Gov.
UAE Context: Governance roles in DEWA or Mubadala.
CFO Track
Industries: Fortune 500 Firms.
UAE Context: Leadership for regional HQs of multinationals.
In the UAE, professionals with the Certified Management Accountant (CMA USA) credential consistently enjoy stronger salary growth compared to non‑certified accountants. On average, CMA holders see up to 45% higher salary growth with perks and benefits, while non‑CMAs typically achieve around 30% growth.
- CMA Salary Growth 45%
- Non CMA Salary Growth 30%
Everything You Need to Know About CMA Certification in UAE
Find quick answers to the most common questions about our CMA course in Abu Dhabi, including eligibility, exam details, fees, and training options. This section helps you understand how CMA certification in UAE can support your career in finance and accounting.
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