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12 CMA Exam Success Stories from My Readers!

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At the end of the day, it is worth all the money, sweat and tears invested in it.” Our Bloggers’ Success! Susan from Texas passed her Part 1 on her first try. She was ecstatic and thanked all fellow readers for the support, especially those who left encouraging comments along the way. She won’t have […]

US Accountant Salary and Compensation Guide (2016 Data & Trend)

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Take a glimpse of how much US accountants earn, by education level, job nature, size of the corporations they work for, and the industry they are in: Profile of a Typical US Accountant This analysis is based on the 2015 survey conducted by the IMA on its members. Most of them are either CMAs, or […]

CMA Exam Performance Analysis

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Thank you for taking part in our CMA exam performance survey, and creating an all-in-one report on diagnostics, study habits, and effectiveness of various review courses. The only way to obtain this report is by filling out the following form. It is not shared or sold anywhere. That’s Great. How do I Start? Please continue […]

CMA Online Coaching vs Live Class: Which is Better?

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Are you thinking about taking a CMA prep course via live classes or as an online self-study? There are so many different ways to study for these accounting exams, and it can seem a bit overwhelming if you are researching how to pass the CMA exam. This is why I hope to give you enough […]

CMA vs CFA: Which is Better? Overlap in Exam Content?

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Are you considering the CFA vs CMA? After all, the CPA, CFA, and CMA come to mind for accounting and finance professionals who want to pursue additional qualifications. The CPA is the most widely known accounting designation, but candidates need core accounting education and training to get the license. Therefore, the CMA vs CFA is […]

CMA Salary: Discover the Numbers for the Certified Management Accountant Salary

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If you’re interested in earning the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification, there truly are a whole host of reasons to do so. But one of the biggest reasons to become a CMA is the increased earning power you’ll enjoy. According to the Institute of Management Accountant’s (IMA) 2018 U.S. Salary Survey, CMAs make 47% more […]

So Glad You are Staying!

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Cool! You’re still on the list 🙂 If you have any comments, questions etc on the emailing list or this site in general, feel free to drop a note below. This will be very valuable as I improve my list and my site. Note (March 17 and 18): for readers who commented below, thank you! […]

CMA for Non-Accounting Majors: Is the Exam Insanely Tough to Pass?

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One of the reasons to pursue a professional qualification is to switch careers, advance your current career, or get noticed by a potential employer. The CMA, or Certified Management Accountant, is a credential that measures your skills in accounting and financial management. Depending on your career goals, the CMA could be an important addition to […]

CMA IMA vs ICWAI: Which Certification is Better?

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My readers have had some interesting debates on the merits of the CMA granted by the IMA (US) versus the certification from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI, better known by its former name, ICWAI). Therefore, I’ve attempted to compare the two. Your thoughts and comments are most welcome, though! Institute of Cost […]

Accountant Salary in Dubai and UAE: Latest Trend + Analysis

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As the number of IMA members increase in the Middle East, the IMA is able to gather enough data to create country-specific salary reports on several countries in the region, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the rest of the United Arab Emirates. Profile of a Typical IMA Member in UAE This analysis is based on […]

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