The CIMA Professional Qualification - Operational Level is the first level of the CIMA Professional Qualifications. The CIMA Professional Qualification is recognised globally, and the most relevant global finance qualification for business. You will gain invaluable business and finance skills to drive business success, helping you progress along in your finance career. You will learn how to make short-term decisions and work with others within your organisation to use technology and data to convert medium-term decisions into short-term, actionable plans.
Throughout your CIMA Professional Operational Level training course, you will cover three essential subject areas:
After completing the CIMA test and Case Study exam, you will receive the CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting and gain the designatory letters CIMA Dip MA.
There are two CIMA qualifications available - CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting and the CIMA Professional Qualification (which includes Operational Level, Management Level and Strategic Level).
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As the world’s leading and largest professional body of Management Accountants, CIMA has built an outstanding reputation in the professional world of accounting. With over 100 years of experience, they leverage their heritage and history to provide excellent training for professional accountants.
CIMA benefits include:
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Have you completed the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting course, AAT Level 4 qualification, or do you already have experience in accounting? If so, the CIMA Professional qualification is the next logical step towards earning your CIMA CGMA status.
If you’re interested in working in a Business Accounting or Management Accounting environment, this globally recognised qualification will benefit you.
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Once you have completed your CIMA Professional journey, you will gain full Chartered Management Accountant status and gain the designatory letters CGMA.
You can apply for a wide range of careers, including:
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There are three subject areas in the CIMA Professional – Operational Level:
Learning outcome
E1 - Managing Finance in a digital world
P1 - Management Accounting
F1 - Finance Reporting
Syllabus
E1 Managing Finance in a digital world
P1 Management Accounting
F1 Finance Reporting
The CIMA exams cover two testing styles: Objective Test and Case Study exam.
Objective Test
The Operational Level has a 90-minute, computer-based Objective Test.
Objective Tests include a range of number entry questions, short multiple-choice questions, drag and drop questions, and more. They will test all component learning outcomes you have covered within this course.
This test is computer-graded, and you will receive a provisional grade of pass or fail immediately. Official results will be sent out within 48 hours.
Your exam can be taken at any Pearson Vue Test Centre around the world, with a choice of 5,000 centres.
Case Study
The Operational Level will conclude with a Case Study Examination, which integrates the skills, techniques and knowledge, gained across the three subjects covered. These Case Study Exams are available four times a year: Feb, May, Aug & Nov.
The role simulated in this Case Study is that of an entry-level Finance Professional. You will be provided with a simulated context, allowing you to demonstrate you have acquired the necessary knowledge, techniques and mindset for that role.
These Case Study exams are marked by a human, and you will receive your results five weeks after the close of the Case Study window on your MY CIMA account.
There are CIMA exemptions for those who have accounting experience, completed AAT level 4 or who have already completed some CIMA training, so speak to an advisor today to discuss your specific requirement in more detail.
As you progress through your CIMA qualification journey, you will gain the following designatory letters:
Certificate in Business Accounting
Once you have completed the BA1, BA2, BA3 and BA4 exams, you will gain the designatory letters CIMA Cert BA.
Professional Qualification - Operational Level
After completing the tests and Case Study exam, you will receive the CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting and will gain the designatory letters CIMA Dip MA.
Professional Qualification - Management Level
After completing the tests and Case Study exam, you will receive the CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting and will gain the designatory letters CIMA Adv Dip MA.
Professional Qualification - Strategic Level
On completion of the Strategic level tests and Case Study exam, you will be eligible to submit your practical experience for assessment.
The practical experience requirement (PER) is an essential part of the CIMA Qualification and CIMA’s application process. It complements assessments and demonstrates your ability to apply knowledge and skills in the context of your professional experience.
Your PER application will be assessed to determine whether you have gained sufficient experience to be awarded Associate membership – giving you the Associate Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designations.
To become a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), you require a minimum of three years verified relevant work-based practical experience.
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