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CMA Exam Essay Questions: Complete Guide to Ace the CMA Essays

By Stephanie Ng
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Many aspiring CMAs with an international background dread the CMA exam essay questions. The writing aspect of the exam can be daunting for many people. This is especially true if English is not your first language. However, some CMA preparation for the essays can help you reduce your anxiety about the written section. Don’t get […]

CMA Exam Study Time: How Many Hours to Study for the CMA Exam?

By Stephanie Ng
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When discussing CMA exam study time, people often ask one another: how many hours do I need to study for the CMA exam? You want to pass the CMA exam, preferably on the first try, and this means you need to study properly. So, how long to study for the CMA? CMA Exam Study Time: […]

CMA Exam for Students: Is Taking the Test Early Worth It?

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If you are a CMA student thinking about taking the exam early, you likely have a few questions. Is taking the test early worth it? Only you can know for certain if it’s right for you, but I hope to be able to provide enough information in this post to help you make an informed […]

CMA Exam Results: CMA Exam Release Dates for 2025

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Typical CMA exam score release dates in 2016, how long candidates expect to wait for the CMA exam results, and what to make the best use of it.

Why Become a CMA: 5 Tangible Benefits for Your Accounting Career

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Why become a CMA – that is the magic question. Becoming a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) means expending lots of time, effort, and money, so is it worth it? What’s the value of becoming a CMA? I aim to answer that question for you today because I believe it’s very important for potential candidates to […]

CMA Exam Locations: Find the Best Test Site Near You [Video]

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“Is this exam available in my country? What’s the best way to find the CMA exam locations?” This is one of the most commonly asked questions I get from aspiring CMAs – and I agree this is very valid. If you’re wondering, “Where can I take the CMA exam?” then I am here to help. […]

CGMA vs CMA Designation: Which Is Better for Your Career?

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The AICPA and CIMA joined forces in January 2012 to establish the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation. So now, there’s a new certification in town. If you’re trying to decide if it’s right for you, then it only makes sense that you’d compare it to the CMA. Now that CMA has a direct competitor, […]

CMA Course Price Comparison: Which Is the Best CMA Study Material Price in 2025?

By Stephanie Ng
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One of the most important steps in your CMA exam prep is to pick the best CMA course. This is actually very subjective as it depends on your own background, learning style, and budget. Still, to offer some tangible help, I’ve done an analysis based on a CMA price comparison. Also, if you’re ready to […]

CMA Exam Study Planner to Download and Customize (It’s Free!)

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This is the page where you can download my CMA exam study planner for Gleim. Disclosure: The I Pass Team may earn a small amount of compensation if you purchase from our links; our team uses these revenues to maintain the site and produce awesome free content just for you! This study planner is essentially […]

CMA Exam Awards and Scholarships

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The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) doesn’t just collect CMA exam fees—it also gives out a few monetary awards and scholarships. However, you’ll have to meet certain standards or do extremely well on the exam to qualify for them. IMA has a series of CMA exam awards and scholarships to recognize top performers in management […]