Prepare to join the ranks of elite management finance and accounting professionals as a Certified Management Accountant!
Over the past several years, the role of management accountants and financial managers has evolved significantly. Today, managerial finance and accounting professionals are internal consultants and business analysts who are active business partners, working on cross-functional teams and involved in strategic decisions.
Become a recognized leader in this dynamic field by becoming a CMA®.
Through our partnership with the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA®), Northern Illinois University Outreach and the NIU College of Business help you prepare to pass the CMA® Exam with the NEW IMA® CMA® Learning System.
About The NEW CMA® Learning System
IMA®’s new CMA® Learning System delivers a comprehensive, customized learning experience in 4 convenient courses mirroring the 4 parts of the CMA® exam. Each course begins with a unique, online self-assessment readiness tool and combines printed study materials with online, interactive testing and classroom sessions to deliver a comprehensive and customized learning experience in management accounting.
The series involves 84 hours of classroom instruction. Candidates receive the CMA® designation after successfully completing 4 computer based exams administered by the IMA®. Parts 1-3 may be taken in order, but candidates must pass these parts of the exam to be eligible to take the Part 4 exam.
Who Should Attend?
Ideal for management accounting professionals, financial managers, candidates preparing for the CMA exam, accredited professionals seeking continuing education credits and students enrolled in finance and accounting courses.
Cancellation Policy
At least 30 days prior to class start - refund less $50 processing fee; 10-29 days prior to class start -refund less $125 processing fee; 1-9 days prior to class start - no refund but you may transfer to another class.
Transfer Policy
At least 10 days prior to class start - $50; 1-9 days prior to class start - $100; After class start - $200.
NIU's program offers:
CMA Part 2: Management Accounting and Reporting
CMA Part 3: Strategic Management
CMA Part 4: Business Applications