Founded in 1919, The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants® (CIMA) is the world’s leading and largest professional body of management accountants. CIMA is a founding body of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants®; its members and candidates operate in more than 150 countries and territories, working at the heart of business — in industry, commerce, the public sector, and not-for-profit organisations. CIMA works closely with employers and sponsors leading-edge research, constantly updating its professional qualification and professional experience requirements to ensure it remains the employer’s choice when recruiting financially trained business leaders.

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Get a global qualification to stand out

Start your journey to the CGMA Professional Qualification while you study.

CIMA® is partnering with the best universities in Europe to create the CGMA University Program. You can advance your studies by gaining professional qualifications in management accounting for a competitive edge in the job market. Management accountants are qualified to work across the business, not just in finance. They advise managers on the financial implications of big decisions, formulating business strategy and monitoring risk.

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Why obtain a CIMA certificate?

• Future-proof your degree even more with new skills. Gain a competitive edge while studying.
• Meet the expectations of a changing world. The CGMA designation confirms the highest competencies in business and finance.
• Unlock the global job market. Join a community of 580,000 finance professionals and expand your network.
• Boost your earning potential. CIMA-certified accountants earn 20% more than their non-certified peers

The CGMA University Program admissions take place throughout November. Advance your career and learning by following these easy steps:

1. Create and activate your account at cimauniversities.com.
2. Enclose the required documents.
3. Wait for the positive verification of the application by the University Coordinator and CIMA.
4. Receive further instructions on how register with CIMA, set up your CIMA account and pay the registration fee.

Participation in the CGMA University Program involves a registration fee, an annual subscription fee, and fees for external exams.

New CGMA candidates pay a one-time GBP 99 registration fee, which includes:

• Registration with AICPA & CIMA
• Exemptions from the appropriate Objective Tests
• The first year of subscription
• Educational materials

Note: first degree students are exempt from the annual subscription fee for the entire duration of their studies.

Exam fees

Certificate in Business Accounting Objective Test (BA2) – GBP 106

Fees related to participation in the Program

Fee table on the aicpa-cima.com website – check exam prices in Lithuania by selecting “Tier 2”

Wondering whether it’s more cost-effective to pursue the CGMA qualification through the university program or independently? Compare the costs below:

Certificate Level (Cert BA) – Bachelor Studies

Jump-start your dream career

The CGMA University Program has all the support you need to thrive in a career in finance and accounting.