US CMA

CERTIFICATION

Gold Standard in Finance

Get placed at Big 4s and Leading Indian and International Corporates
Work in the spheres of : Financial Reporting, Financial Management, Risk Management & Advisory, Pricing, Budgeting, Strategic Decision Making, Research & Analysis, Internal Audit & Internal Control
Duration
6 – 9 Months
Schedule
Pass Rates
45% Global Pass Rate vs
90% Wisdom’s Apex Academics
Fees Structure

What is US CMA?

Certified Management Accountant

The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is a globally recognized qualification in financial reporting, management accounting, financial management, and strategic decision-making.

Awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), the US CMA qualification is recognized and respected worldwide. The IMA operates in 150 countries and oversees academic research and CMA exams.

With offices in key cities like Zurich, Amsterdam, Dubai, Mumbai, Cairo, and Singapore, the IMA supports approximately 140,000 members and over 350 professional and student chapters globally as of September 2022.

Learn more at:
Official IMA Website: IMA website
IMA Mumbai Chapter: IMA Mumbai Chapter.

What Will you Achieve after US CMA?

What is CMA ?

Certified Management Accountant

The US CMA Examination Pattern

The US CMA syllabus is divided into two parts. To qualify as a US CMA you will have to clear exam for Part 1 and Part 2. The Exam is a computerized paper with two levels:

Level 1

Level 2

Level 1:

100 MCQs to be solved in 3 hours where you are required to achieve a minimum score of 50% to reach Level 2. Since the exam is computerized, the computer system automatically tabulates your score. If the score crosses 50%, you are automatically inducted to Level 2 of the exam. If not, the exam ends then and there signifying an unsuccessful attempt.

Level 2:

You enter level 2 after achieving a minimum score of 50% on the MCQ level. Level 2 comprises of 2 descriptive questions referred to as the Essay section. These descriptive questions are generally in the form of an immersive case study where the same concepts of the MCQ level are tested. However, this level requires the candidate to display depth in conceptual understanding by providing elaborate responses to the case at hand.

A weighted average score is calculated for the MCQ and Essay sections. The MCQs hold 75% weightage while the Essays hold 25%. The result to the examination is declared after 45 days of you appearing for the exam. The total weightage of the exam is 500 marks with 360 being the passing threshold.

Clearing Level 1 and entering into Level 2 is not assurance of passing, however if you are unable to break into Level 2 – it signifies immediate failure.

At Wisdom’s Apex Academics, we are proud to announce that 100% of our students break into Level 2 on appearing for their exams, with a record breaking 90% of them passing by crossing the 360 marks passing threshold

US CMA Examination Pattern

100 MCQs to be Answered.

3 hours time limit.

Achieve a minimum score of 50% to advance.

In this stage, you are presented with 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs) that need to be completed in 3 hours. The computerized system will instantly calculate your score. If your score meets or exceeds the 50% mark, you automatically advance to Level 2. Failing to reach this threshold results in an unsuccessful attempt.
At Wisdom’s Apex Academics, 100% of our students successfully break into Level 2 on their first attempt!

2 Immersive Case studies

1 hour to complete.

Demonstrate conceptual depth with elaborate responses.

Upon reaching Level 2, candidates are required to solve two in-depth case studies within 1 hour. These are essay-based questions that test your conceptual understanding of the material from Level 1. Success at this level is determined not only by your knowledge but by your ability to articulate solutions to complex, real-world scenarios.
Wisdom’s Apex Academics takes pride in preparing students with practical, real-world case study practices, ensuring depth in understanding and successful essay submissions.

The exam’s final score is a weighted average of the MCQs (75%) and Essay Section (25%). The total score is 500 marks, and candidates must achieve a minimum of 360 marks to pass. Results are declared 45 days after the exam.

At Wisdom’s Apex Academics, an impressive 90% of our students not only reach Level 2 but also successfully cross the 360 markspassing threshold, significantly outperforming global averages.

100 MCQs to be Answered.

3 hours time limit.

Achieve a minimum score of 50% to advance.

In this stage, you are presented with 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs) that need to be completed in 3 hours. The computerized system will instantly calculate your score. If your score meets or exceeds the 50% mark, you automatically advance to Level 2. Failing to reach this threshold results in an unsuccessful attempt.
At Wisdom’s Apex Academics, 100% of our students successfully break into Level 2 on their first attempt!

2 Immersive Case studies

1 hour to complete.

Demonstrate conceptual depth with elaborate responses.

Upon reaching Level 2, candidates are required to solve two in-depth case studies within 1 hour. These are essay-based questions that test your conceptual understanding of the material from Level 1. Success at this level is determined not only by your knowledge but by your ability to articulate solutions to complex, real-world scenarios.
Wisdom’s Apex Academics takes pride in preparing students with practical, real-world case study practices, ensuring depth in understanding and successful essay submissions.

The exam’s final score is a weighted average of the MCQs (75%) and Essay Section (25%). The total score is 500 marks, and candidates must achieve a minimum of 360 marks to pass. Results are declared 45 days after the exam.

At Wisdom’s Apex Academics, an impressive 90% of our students not only reach Level 2 but also successfully cross the 360 markspassing threshold, significantly outperforming global averages.

US CMA Course Syllabus

  • External Financial Reporting Decisions (15%)
  • Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting (20%)
  • Performance Management (20%)
  • Cost Management (15%)
  • Internal Controls (15%)
  • Technology and Analytics (15%)
  • Financial Statement Analysis (20%)
  • Corporate Finance (20%)
  • Decision Analysis (25%)
  • Risk Management (10%)
  • Investment Decisions (10%)
  • Professional Ethics (15%)

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Student CandidatesProfessional Candidates
Total fees payable to the IMA (in US $)

1,312

(Approximately INR 1,08,000)

1,870

(Approximately INR 1,55,000)

The above figures are subject to change by the IMA as per their policies and procedures

The above figures are a cumulative sum of :
  1. IMA Membership fees
  2. Exam Fees (Both papers)
  3. Certification Entrance Fees
  • A. Membership fees: $ 147 + 18% GST = $173
  • B. CMA certification entrance fees:$225 + 18% GST = $265
  • C. CMA Exam fees Part 1: $370 + 18% GST = $436
  • D. CMA Exam Fees Part 2: $370 + 18% GST = $436
  • A. Membership fees: $ 295 + 18% GST = $348
  • B. CMA certification entrance fees: $300 + 18% GST = $354
  • C. CMA Exam fees Part 1: $495 + 18% GST = $584
  • D. CMA Exam Fees Part 2: $495 + 18% GST = $584
Fees Payable to Apex Academics solely for US CMA Coaching (in Indian Rupees)INR 70,000INR 70,000

Total Fees Payable to the IMA:

Note: These figures are subject to change by the IMA.

Additional Information:

This fee covers all necessary IMA charges for membership, certification entrance, and exam fees.

Note: The above fees are payable directly to the IMA.

Breakdown:

Total Fees Payable to the IMA:

Note: These figures are subject to change by the IMA.

Additional Information:

This fee covers all necessary IMA charges for membership, certification entrance, and exam fees.

Note: The above fees are payable directly to the IMA.

Breakdown:

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Total fees payable to the IMA (in US $)

1,312

(Approximately INR 1,08,000)

The above figures are subject to change by the IMA as per their policies and procedures

The above figures are a cumulative sum of :
  1. IMA Membership fees
  2. Exam Fees (Both papers)
  3. Certification Entrance Fees
  • A. Membership fees: $ 147 + 18% GST = $173
  • B. CMA certification entrance fees:$225 + 18% GST = $265
  • C. CMA Exam fees Part 1: $370 + 18% GST = $436
  • D. CMA Exam Fees Part 2: $370 + 18% GST = $436
Fees Payable to Apex Academics solely for US CMA Coaching (in Indian Rupees)INR 70,000
Total fees payable to the IMA (in US $)

1,870

(Approximately INR 1,55,000)

The above figures are subject to change by the IMA as per their policies and procedures

The above figures are a cumulative sum of :
  1. IMA Membership fees
  2. Exam Fees (Both papers)
  3. Certification Entrance Fees
  • A. Membership fees: $ 295 + 18% GST = $348
  • B. CMA certification entrance fees: $300 + 18% GST = $354
  • C. CMA Exam fees Part 1: $495 + 18% GST = $584
  • D. CMA Exam Fees Part 2: $495 + 18% GST = $584
Fees Payable to Apex Academics solely for US CMA Coaching (in Indian Rupees)INR 70,000
Wisdom’s Apex Academics does not separately charge for study materials.
Leading publications and Question banks are provided free of cost by Wisdom’s Apex Academics

Walk on Your US CMA Journey with Apex at your side And you’ll never walk alone!

US CMA Course FAQs

Indian students are eligible to enroll for the US CMA course on the completion of their Grade 12 exams. There is no restriction or requirement of the Board of Under which they pursue their Grade 12, State Boards, CBSE, ICSE , IG, IB are all eligible to enroll for US CMA.

Indian students are eligible to enrol to US CMA on the completion of their Grade 12 exams. Across the globe, students under going their Graduation purse US CMA with the ambition of achieving an internationally acclaimed qualification along with their base graduation degree.

Fresh graduates and graduates with work experience enrol in US CMA for career growth opportunities that the qualification can provide due to its global significance and demand.

Generally working professionals prefer flexible weekend batches. This results in their coaching in its entirety being completed on the weekend. However, with the hectic schedule of office and travelling from Monday to Friday there arises a huge risk of no studying/ no revision all across the weekdays.

For a working professional, job and exam preparation both need to be evenly balanced. It is a must to have a defined schedule / routine with clearly demarcated 1.5/2 hours a day dedicated to studying.

At Apex, we have specifically designed flexible weekend based batches for working professionals. Each working professional who enrols with us is assigned an academic support councillor who oversees the preparation and progress. The councillor draws up a customized study plan according to the routine and work pressures of professional. This enables a tailor made study fit for each of our working students.

One of our working students from Hyderabad , Teja Surya aced Part 1 with 440 out of 500. Teja had a specifically busy schedule owing to his job with a Big 4 firm. Check out our special podcast with Teja to understand how he balanced his work, studies and personal life.

 

Here the US CMA qualification adds value to your earning potential in two ways-

  1. For freshers
  2. For professionals with work experience

 

For freshers who are generally students who have completed their US CMA along with their graduation, the starting salary on completion is between 35000 per month (INR 4,20,000 per annum ) to 45000 per month (INR 5,40,000 per annum).

For professionals with experience, the US CMA qualification can add anywhere from 15% to 50% to their existing pay package. We have helped place US CMA qualified professionals with work experience in roles with packages of up to 12,00,000 per annum.

The above stated numbers are as per the Indian job market. There is a 20% to 35% increase in the amount of salary in case the placements are effected in regions like the Gulf , Europe and Canada.

Here, we must highlight that Gulf countries like UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have seen a 5X growth in demand for US CMAs with opportunities and pay scales both on the rise.

Point of DifferenceUS CMA Indian CMA 
Board/ Degree conferring BodyInstitute of Management Accountants, USAInstitute of Cost and Management Accountants, India
Duration6 to 9 months3 years Minimum
Number of papers2 papers – Paper 1 for Part 1 of US CMA Paper 2 for Part 2 of US CMA
  • Level 1 :Foundation Course 4 papers
  • Level 2: Intermediate Course 8 papers
  • Level 3: Final Course 8 papers
 Total 20 papers  
Passing %40% to 45% globallyApex Academics delivers a 90% success rate.9% within India (not a global degree)
Cost of coaching 70,000 for both parts with Apex Academics with a 90% Level 1: 20,000  – passing rate 20%Level 2: 60,000 –  passing rate 15 %Level 3: 1,00,000 – passing rate 9% 
Reach and OpportunitiesGlobal Selectively within India
Academic FocusOn global financial reporting, covers IFRS and US GAAP along with financial management, cost accounting and auditingRestricted to accounting standards and norms applicable only  to India

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