ICMA International, lead strategically

Education at ICMA International

Education at ICMA follows a philosophy that combines theoretical concepts with professional competence, giving equal weight to communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
A graduate receiving her certificate at the ICMA Lahore Convocation 2022
17,000+
Students
10
Campuses
457
Faculty members
25,000+
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Recognised as equivalent to a Master's degree

The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan as equivalent to a Master's degree. This applies for employment and higher education.

Your route to CMA

Each level runs for about six months. Every course is examined by computer-based examination.

  1. Step 1, Year 1

    Operational Level 1

    O1, O2, O3

  2. Step 2, Year 1

    Operational Level 2

    O4, O5, O6

  3. Step 3, Year 2

    Managerial Level 1

    M1, M2, M3

  4. Step 4, Year 2

    Managerial Level 2

    M4, M5, M6

  5. Step 5, Year 2.5

    Practical Training Modules Level 1

    PTM1, PTM2, PTM3

    Award: AFA

  6. Step 6, Year 3.5

    Strategic Level 1

    S1, S2, S3

  7. Step 7, Year 3.5

    Strategic Level 2

    S4, S5, S6

  8. Step 8, Year 4

    Practical Training Modules Level 2

    PTM4, PTM5, PTM6

    Award: CMA

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CMA competency framework

The CMA has become a business advisor who understands the business as a whole, not only a finance specialist. The curriculum builds five knowledge areas.

  1. 1

    Management and leadership

    Basic management functions, team motivation, resource optimisation, achievement of strategic goals and risk management.

  2. 2

    Governance, laws and ethics

    Understanding laws, governance and regulatory directives so that organisations operate on practical, ethical and legal grounds.

  3. 3

    Business acumen and decision making

    Information for short and long-term decisions: revenue analysis, budgeting, control and the most profitable business model.

  4. 4

    Reporting and analysis

    From bookkeeping to financial statements under accounting and reporting standards, and their analysis for management and stakeholders.

  5. 5

    Technology and innovation

    Analysing, designing and operating information systems, their security and audit, and aligning data strategy with business strategy.

Why study with ICMA

  • More than 70 years of excellence in management accounting education
  • Statutory professional body; curriculum aligned with IFAC guidelines
  • Certification on part qualification at each level
  • Computer labs, libraries and air-conditioned classrooms at every campus
  • Financial assistance for outstanding and deserving students
  • Coaching in morning and evening shifts, and a Distance Learning Programme
  • Training in personal grooming, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Transparent evaluation and proficiency awards
  • Internship and placement services

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