CMA USA Eligibility Requirements

One of the most common questions asked by students is, “Who can pursue CMA USA”?

In order to become certified, candidates must fulfill the below-mentioned eligibility criteria:

IMA Membership

The candidate must be a member of IMA (Institute of Management Accountants).

Education

The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or a qualifying professional certification.

Work Experience

The candidate must have two years of continuous professional experience in management accounting and/or financial management.

This experience can be obtained before passing the exam or within seven years of passing the exam.

Pass Both Exams

The candidate must pass both Part 1 and Part 2 of the CMA Exam.

Students can begin preparing for and taking the examination before completing the two years of professional experience, but they must complete all requirements in order to obtain their certification.