Introducing the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and CMA Ontario Combined Professional Designation Program

Certied Management Accountants of Canada and the IIMA share the same vision of developing leaders who are prepared to pioneer new management practices and set new standards in todays global market. Qualied individuals now have the opportunity to earn both their IIMA Post-Graduate Programme in Management and their professional CMA designations concurrently through a combined course structure saving two years of course materials and work experience in order to earn their CMA designation. Make the most of your career and gain a competitive advantage by leveraging this unique opportunity!

Who are Certified Management Accountants?

CMAs provide an integrating perspective to business decision-making by applying a unique blend of expertise in accounting, management and strategy. They are able to identify new market opportunities, ensure corporate accountability, and help organizations maintain a long-term competitive advantage. To optimize the performance of global enterprises and build strategic management accounting skills, CMA Canada offers innovative executive development programs, advanced online courses, and internationally recognized knowledge management publications. With 50,000 members around the world, CMA Canada grants the CMA professional designation in strategic management accounting and is responsible for standardssetting, accreditation and the continuing professional development of CMAs.

CMAs work in all sectors and industries around the world. From nancial services to manufacturing to the public service and consulting, youll nd CMAs in every industry and every corner of the globe.

How does this combined accreditation work?

The regular route to the CMA designation begins with a university degree, most commonly in commerce and/or accounting. Candidates then write the CMA Entrance Examination. Upon successfully passing the CMA Entrance Exam, candidates enter into a two-year professional program called the Strategic Leadership Program (SLP). However, the curriculum of CMAs Strategic Leadership Program is highly congruent with that of the IIMA PGP program. Therefore, combining these programs allows students advanced standing into the designation and reduces the time required to earn the CMA designation by those two years.

Academic Requirements for entry into the CMA/IIMA Program

Completion of all Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) core courses with a minimum average grade of B-: Completion of the following elective courses, subject to the courses being offered, with a minimum grade of B-. Competence, Capability and Competitive Strategy; Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Restructurings; Consumer-Based Business Strategies; and Strategic Financial Management. Completion of the Summer assignment with a minimum grade of B-. If the minimum grade of B- is not achieved and/or the stated electives are not completed, graduates of the proposed CMA-Masters program would be required to pass the CMA Canada Entrance Examination as well. Students are required to demonstrate that they have achieved, with a minimum pass rate of 70%, competencies identied by CMA.

Practical Experience Requirements for entry into the CMA/IIMA Program

Twenty-four months of qualifying practical experience gained either immediately prior to, or upon completion of, the full-time CMA/IIMA Program. The experience must be gained in a management accounting environment (interactions with accounting information such as budgets, plans, quantitative analyses, interaction with senior management, etc.), and meet the minimum competency standards of CMA Canada. Experience must be veriable and approved by CMA Canada.

CMA Membership includes:

A world-wide network of more than 50,000 management accounting professionals Access to on-line professional development at leading institutions around the world including the University of Cornell Access to the CMA Research Foundation Resources for CMAs working in consulting Respect and credibility from employers who recognize the professionalism and the Code of Ethics that CMAs must adhere to A monthly magazine

CMA/IIMA Combined Program Completion Requirements

To complete the program, candidates will be required to complete a simulated Board Report. This comprehensive business case includes a 10,000 word written report (with extensive qualitative and quantitative analysis required) and a formal presentation to a Board of Directors. Candidates are invited to challenge the Board Report directly upon successful completion of the academic requirements listed above. However candidates wishing to advance their technical skills prior to challenging the Board Report have the opportunity to complete the CMA Accelerated Program prior to writing the Board Report. Candidates who attempt the Board Report and are not successful will be required to complete the CMA Accelerated Program prior to taking a second attempt at the report. Upon completion of these requirements, you will be eligible to receive your professional designation as a Certied Management Accountant CMA.

How much with this program cost?

All dollar amounts are in U.S. Funds. Board Report Fee: Accelerated Program Fee: Annual CMA membership dues $1,000 $1,500 $ 750

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