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CMA Course — US Certified Management Accountant Certification course
India's #1 CMA course, accelerating your career at top MNCs and corporates worldwide.
Location
CMA Online and Offline Classes
Duration
6–8 months CMA training
Salary Range**
₹8 LPA – ₹26 LPA avg. CMA USA salary in India
Scope
CMA certification recognised in 150+ countries | India & abroad
Location
CMA Online and Offline Classes
Duration
6–8 months CMA training
Salary Range**
₹8 LPA – ₹26 LPA avg. CMA USA salary in India
Scope
CMA certification recognised in 150+ countries | India & abroad
Imarticus is India's only US CMA certification course provider offering an industry-led CMA training program built in collaboration with KPMG in India. This exclusive partnership combines structured CMA online coaching and offline classes with real-world business case studies, KPMG-curated resources, and a prestigious joint certification — giving every student a decisive edge that no other CMA coaching institute in India can match.
Joint Certification:
Upon completing the US CMA certification program and passing the IMA exams, you earn a joint certification co-issued by Imarticus Learning and KPMG in India — instantly distinguishing your resume to employers across Big 4 firms, MNCs, and Fortune 500 companies worldwide.
Tailored Learning Materials:
Get access to KPMG-curated study materials specifically designed for US CMA online classes — including exam-aligned case studies, topic summaries, and practice sets built around the exact CMA Part 1 and Part 2 syllabus, available 24×7 whether you study online or attend offline CMA coaching sessions.
Webinars and Live Sessions:
Monthly webinars on current finance trends and industry insights, plus 12 one-hour live sessions annually conducted by KPMG in India practitioners — exclusively for students enrolled in our US CMA classes and CMA coaching programme.
Joint Certification:
Upon completing the US CMA certification program and passing the IMA exams, you earn a joint certification co-issued by Imarticus Learning and KPMG in India — instantly distinguishing your resume to employers across Big 4 firms, MNCs, and Fortune 500 companies worldwide.
Tailored Learning Materials:
Get access to KPMG-curated study materials specifically designed for US CMA online classes — including exam-aligned case studies, topic summaries, and practice sets built around the exact CMA Part 1 and Part 2 syllabus, available 24×7 whether you study online or attend offline CMA coaching sessions.
Webinars and Live Sessions:
Monthly webinars on current finance trends and industry insights, plus 12 one-hour live sessions annually conducted by KPMG in India practitioners — exclusively for students enrolled in our US CMA classes and CMA coaching programme.
Build Real-World Skills:
Solve 23 business case studies drawn from the US CMA study course curriculum, aligned with your sessions and evaluated by KPMG in India practitioners — the most industry-immersive element of our CMA certification program.
Internship for top performer:
Top performers in Imarticus's US CMA course earn an exclusive opportunity to intern at KPMG in India — gaining real-world experience in financial management and cost accounting that no other CMA coaching program offers.
Eligibility:
Open to the who achieves the highest score in internal CMA exam preparation assessments and passes the IMA CMA certification exam.
Your journey to becoming a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and global finance leader starts here.
Your US CMA Course Success Story Begins with Imarticus — India's Best CMA Coaching
India’s First & Only
Imarticus is India's first and only approved prep provider for the world's top global finance certifications — including the US CMA course — making us the most credentialed CMA institute for students and working professionals across India.
Gold Learning Partner
Imarticus Learning is an IMA Gold Learning Partner, the highest global designation for CMA coaching institutes, delivering the best CMA online course in India through expert faculty, Surgent-powered content, and industry-leading pass rates.
Imarticus Learning ∞ KPMG in India
The only US CMA certification course in India developed with KPMG — featuring 23 real-world case studies, practitioner-led webinars, and a joint certification valid across 150+ countries. Available as online CMA training and offline CMA classes near you across major cities.
Surgent-Powered CMA Review Course & AI Study Material
Study with Surgent, the world's #1 CMA review platform with an 83% pass rate. Access AI-powered question banks, adaptive mock exams, practice tests, and a 24×7 AI tutor. The best CMA prep, built into your program.
Money-Back Guarantee
We stand behind our US CMA online classes and faculty with a 50% money-back guarantee. Complete our CMA certification classes, attempt the exams, and still don't pass, we refund 50% of your course fee.
Pre-Placement Bootcamp
Complete the CMA certification program at Imarticus and unlock a pre-placement bootcamp covering resume building, interview coaching, soft skills, and assured interview opportunities with Big 4 firms and top companies hiring certified management accountant professionals.
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Our US CMA Alumni Work at the World's Top Firms
US CMA Syllabus and Course structure
The US CMA course spans 2 parts, Part 1 (Financial Planning, Performance & Analytics) and Part 2 (Strategic Financial Management) covering 12 core competency areas aligned with IMA's global standards. Each exam includes 100 MCQs and 2 essay sections over 4 hours, held thrice yearly. Complete both parts in 6–8 months through online or offline CMA classes.
CMA Part 1 — Financial Planning, Performance & Analytics
CMA Part 2 — Strategic Financial Management
External Financial Reporting Decisions
This module of the US CMA course develops your ability to assess the financial condition of a business and project its future performance. You will master core accounting principles, financial summaries, tax principles, disclosure standards, and financial reporting skills — building the analytical foundation that every certified management accountant relies on to deliver accurate, decision-ready reports for any organisation.
Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
Planning, budgeting, and forecasting are the practical backbone of every finance career — and this module of the US CMA training program gives you mastery over all three. You will learn budgeting concepts, financial projections, cash flow analysis, and strategic resource allocation. These are the exact skills that make CMA online training students ready to lead financial planning functions from day one on the job.
Performance Management
Every asset in an organisation is linked to its overall profitability — and this module of the US CMA professional course teaches you how to measure, analyse, and optimise that performance. You will master cost and variance measures, profitability analysis, balanced scorecards, and KPI design. This is the core of what a management accountant course trains you to do: turn operational data into strategic decisions.
Cost Management
Cost is the soul of every business — and this module of the cost and management accounting course equips you with the field's most in-demand skills. You will master costing systems, cost estimation, variance analysis, cost behaviour, supply chain management, lean management, ERP implementation, and value chain management. As a Certified Management Accountant, your cost control expertise will be one of your most valued competencies across industries.
Internal Controls
The Internal Controls module of the US CMA certification course covers the full spectrum of controls essential to any enterprise: financial controls, cost controls, risk controls, compliance frameworks, audits, and governance. You will learn how to design and implement both internal and external audit processes — building the governance expertise that separates a credentialed certified management accountant from a general accountant.
Technology and Analytics
Today's employers hiring management accountant professionals want more than accounting expertise — they want professionals who leverage data analytics, AI tools, and financial technology to drive decisions. This module of the US CMA online course teaches practical data analytics, business intelligence, financial modelling with technology, and analytics-driven accounting systems — skills tested directly in the CMA exam and valued by every organisation seeking a management accounting certification holder.
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Industry-Aligned US CMA Preparation Program & CMA Courses in Collaboration with KPMG in India
Career Paths After the US CMA Course — Roles, Salaries & Opportunities in India and Abroad
Financial Reporting Manager
A Financial Reporting Manager oversees the preparation and communication of an organisation's financial data to internal and external stakeholders. Professionals in this role require the advanced financial reporting and strategic decision-making skills developed in the US CMA certification course — making it one of the most natural career outcomes for CMA USA holders.
₹19.3 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$92,000
**Average Salary in Abroad
Financial Planning Analyst
The Financial Planning Analyst drives company financial health through annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and executive-level financial reporting. The budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis skills central to this role are core modules in the USA CMA course, making US CMA-certified professionals among the most sought-after FP&A candidates at MNCs and Fortune 500 companies.
₹9.7 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$63,000
**Average Salary in Abroad
Deputy Manager Finance
A Deputy Finance Manager supports financial leadership through budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and daily accounting operations. The strategic planning and cost control expertise required for this role are developed through the CMA training curriculum, making it a natural mid-career progression for holders of the US CMA management accounting certification.
₹17.4 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$91,000
**Average Salary in Abroad
Cost Accountant
The Cost Accountant tracks cost centres, analyses spending variances, and identifies savings opportunities. This role maps directly to the Cost Management and Performance Management modules in the cost and management accounting course at Imarticus — and is one of the first roles many US CMA course graduates step into after certification.
₹7.4 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$64,000
**Average Salary in Abroad
Management Accountant
The Management Accountant is the core role the USA CMA course is designed to produce — a finance professional who combines accounting expertise with strategic insight to drive budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and performance analysis. The management accountant course curriculum at Imarticus prepares you for this role through all 12 exam modules, aligned with IMA's global competency framework.
₹12.9 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$60,000
**Average Salary in Abroad
Finance Controller
The Finance Controller oversees the entire accounting function — from financial reporting and compliance to internal controls and team leadership. This is the aspirational senior role for many who pursue the CMA certification program, representing the CFO-track outcome that the US CMA course is designed to fast-track.
₹26.1 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$86,000
**Average Salary in Abroad
Internal Auditor
The Internal Auditor evaluates an organisation's financial controls and processes to ensure compliance and operational efficiency — a role directly aligned with the Internal Controls module in the US CMA certification course. CMA-certified internal auditors combine accounting expertise with governance and risk management skills developed through the CMA training program.
₹5.7 LPA
**Average Salary in India
$78,014
**Average Salary in Abroad
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Your CMA Course Roadmap
1
Enroll in India's Best CMA Certification Program
Start your US CMA course journey with a structured CMA preparation course — available as online CMA classes or offline CMA coaching across major cities in India.
2
Surgent CMA Review Course Content
Access the world's #1 Surgent CMA review material — the highest-rated CMA exam preparation platform with an 83% global pass rate.
3
Preview US CMA Course Content & Study Guides
Introductory videos and curated US CMA study guides to build your foundation before live CMA coaching sessions begin.
4
Live US CMA Online Classes by Expert Faculty
Attend live online CMA coaching sessions by practising US CMA and KPMG-affiliated faculty — the core of our best CMA online classes offering.
5
CMA Exam Revision Support
Recorded CMA training sessions, topic notes, and reference materials — available 24×7 for all online CMA coaching students.
6
CMA Practice Sessions & Doubt Resolution
Apply CMA course concepts through live practice sessions, mock test reviews, and real-time doubt resolution with expert faculty.
7
US CMA Exam Registration & Scheduling Support
Get guided assistance and exclusive discounts for US CMA exam registration — covering IMA membership, exam scheduling, and Prometric centre booking for all CMA exam preparation windows.
8
Pass the US CMA Exam — Both Parts
Crack CMA Part 1 (Financial Planning, Performance & Analytics) and CMA Part 2 (Strategic Financial Management) — 100 MCQs and 2 essays each — using our structured CMA review course and Surgent mock tests.
9
Post-CMA Certification Placement Bootcamp
Prepare for the job market with expert-led resume coaching, interview training, and assured interview opportunities — available to every student who completes the CMA certification program.
10
Land Top Roles as a Certified Management Accountant
Join global firms, Big 4s, and Fortune 500 MNCs as a certified management accountant — the most in-demand finance credential for strategic and leadership roles in India and abroad, recognised in 150+ countries.
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Learn US CMA Coaching from India's Best — Industry-Practitioner Faculty
Samarth Bhatia
CMA(India & USA), US CPA, CA, MCom
Samarth Bhatia is a US CMA, US CPA, and CA with over 8 years of experience in finance, accounting, and CMA training. As Lead Faculty for the US CMA course at Imarticus, he brings deep management accounting expertise from the IMA directly into online CMA coaching and classroom sessions — making complex CMA exam preparation concepts clear, structured, and exam-ready.
Ajay Yadav
CMA | FRM | MBA (IIM K)
Ajay Yadav is a CMA, FRM, and MBA (IIM K) finance and strategy leader with over 15 years of experience across the US, LATAM, and South Asia. He brings deep expertise in M&A, fund-raising, and business intelligence directly into his US CMA coaching sessions — with a particular focus on CMA Part 2 (Strategic Financial Management) content drawn from his experience scaling enterprises globally.
Prabodh B. Nayak
US CMA|CFA|CPA| B.Com
Prabodh B. Nayak is a US CMA, CFA, and CPA with expertise in strategic planning, costing, taxation (UK & US), and business analytics. As a core CMA training faculty at Imarticus, he brings his experience as a Cost Analyst and Head of International Training directly into the certified management accountant programme — with a teaching style focused on analytical thinking, Power BI, Excel, and AI-enabled financial interpretation.
Kanishka Singhal
US CMA | M.Com | B.Com
Kanishka Singhal is a US CMA-certified finance professional currently working as an Assistant Manager at Optum — bringing live industry experience into every CMA coaching session at Imarticus. Her learner-centric approach makes the US CMA certification program accessible and directly applicable to the workplace.
Dibyush Shah
US CMA | IPCC | B.Com
Dibyush Shah is a US CMA finance educator with strong expertise in CMA coaching and CPA exam preparation. He has served as visiting faculty at Mount Carmel College, NMKRV College for Women, and St. Joseph's College of Commerce, Bangalore — bringing proven classroom and online CMA teaching methodology built on strong conceptual fundamentals and methodical instruction.
Pallavi Sharma
US CMA | US CPA
Pallavi Sharma is a US CPA and CMA with 16+ years of experience spanning CMA coaching, consulting, and financial documentation. A former KPMG India consultant and subject matter expert, she is known for translating complex CMA certification course content into clear, structured, exam-aligned instruction — whether delivered as online CMA classes or in person.
Aishwarya Lakhotia
US CMA | B.Com | PG in Accounting & Business Management
Aishwarya Lakhotia is a US CMA–qualified finance professional with over 8 years of experience across US GAAP accounting, FP&A, financial modelling, and working capital management. An ex-Wipro professional and former President of the IMA Kolkata Chapter, she is a core CMA training faculty at Imarticus — delivering US CMA course sessions that bridge real-world financial practice with exam-ready instruction across SAP, QuickBooks, Xero, and Tally.
Kamal Kothari
US CMA | M.Com | CFE | FIII | UGC-SET | CTEP | DTRIM | CWM
Kamal Kothari is a Corporate Trainer, Coach, and Mentor with extensive experience in CMA coaching and finance training for organisations including BSE, L&T, Cipla, Mitsui India, and SBI Mutual Fund. His expertise spans investment banking, GST, cost and management accounting, derivatives, and investor relations — bringing unmatched practical breadth to the US CMA course curriculum at Imarticus.
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US CMA Course: The Global Benchmark in Management Accounting & Finance
The CMA, awarded by IMA USA, is the global benchmark in management accounting and financial leadership, recognized across 150+ countries. Ideal for fresh graduates or working professionals, it unlocks senior finance, strategy, and leadership roles worldwide, whether pursued after graduation, 12th, or as a mid-career upgrade.
150 Countries
Recognise the US CMA certification globally
Globally recognised
The highest management accounting certification in the world
1,40,000+
US CMA members worldwide
12 Specialised Skill Sets
The US CMA certification course builds 12 in-demand competencies across accounting, financial strategy, cost management, analytics, and business leadership.
Career Opportunities
The CMA certification program is the most in-demand qualification for finance leadership roles across Big 4s, MNCs, and Fortune 500 firms in India and 150+ countries.
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The US CMA exam structure - Format, Duration & Schedule
2
Exams
Each exam of:
4
Hours
100
MCQs
2
Essays
500
Marks
1. Direct Questions
2. Negative Questions
3. Questions with two or three answer options
4. Multi-variable scenario questions testing applied management accounting and CMA exam preparation skills
1. January-February
2. May-June
3. September-October
1. Calculations — applying quantitative CMA course concepts
2. Analysis — interpreting financial data and management accounting scenarios
3. Explanations — demonstrating reasoning in written form
CMA certification exams are taken online at Prometric Centers located throughout India. Students enrolled in the US CMA course can book their preferred exam day and slot across any of the three annual testing windows listed above.
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Key Skills You Gain with the US CMA Certified Management Accountant Certification
Accounting
Financial Reporting
Corporate Finance
Planning
Budgeting
Forecasting
Accounting
Financial Reporting
Corporate Finance
Planning
Budgeting
Forecasting
Performance Management
Cost Management
Financial Statement Analysis
Risk Management
Technology
Analytics
Performance Management
Cost Management
Financial Statement Analysis
Risk Management
Technology
Analytics
US CMA Certification
Joint Certification
Study the US CMA Course with Imarticus in Collaboration with KPMG in India
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₹1,25,000
(All inclusive fee)₹15,000
(Remaining fee in easy EMIs or part payments)
In-person offline CMA classes at Imarticus centre
CMA coaching at Imarticus Centre — India's #1 CMA institute
Group Mentoring Sessions
Comprehensive Study Materials
Access to Class Notes
CMA Books & Online Access
Online Access to Case Studies
Live Practice Sessions
CMA Level Mock Exams
Exam Guide & Mind Maps
Exam Passing Guarantee
₹1,10,000
(All inclusive fee)₹10,000
(Remaining fee in easy EMIs or part payments)
Live Streaming Sessions
Online US CMA Classes
One-to-One Online CMA Coaching & Mentoring Sessions
Comprehensive Study Materials
All Class Recordings and Notes
CMA Books & Online Access
Case Studies by KPMG in India
Practice Sessions
CMA Level Mock Exams
Exam Guide & Mind Maps
Exam Passing Guarantee
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FAQs - US CMA Course, Eligibility & Certification
The US CMA course — short for Certified Management Accountant — is a globally recognised professional certification in management accounting and financial management, awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), USA. The certification signifies that the holder possesses advanced expertise in financial planning, analysis, cost management, decision support, internal controls, and professional ethics — skills valued by top employers across 150+ countries.
To become a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), candidates must meet the following requirements for the US CMA certification program:
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Two continuous years of professional experience in management accounting or financial management
- Active IMA membership and successful completion of both CMA exam parts
- The CMA course qualification can be completed while working — making it one of the most career-flexible professional certifications available.
To pass the US CMA exam on your first attempt: enrol in a structured CMA exam preparation programme, study with Surgent — the world's #1 CMA review course with an 83% pass rate — attend live online CMA coaching sessions regularly, complete all mock tests and MCQ banks, and clear doubts with our expert faculty before each testing window. Students who follow our structured Surgent CMA review plan consistently outperform the global average pass rate.
The US CMA exam is held across three windows each year: January/February, May/June, and September/October. CMA Part 1 and CMA Part 2 can be taken in any order. All students enrolled in the Imarticus CMA certification program receive exam registration support and scheduling guidance to help them book their preferred slot at a Prometric Centre near them.
Yes — the US CMA course can be pursued before or after graduation. If you are still in college, you can enrol in our CMA certification program and complete your degree before submitting for final certification. For those asking about CMA after graduation or CMA course after 12th: both are valid entry points — you simply need to meet the bachelor's degree requirement before the certification is formally awarded.
Imarticus is India's first and only authorised prep provider for top global finance certifications, and India's only US CMA course provider in official collaboration with KPMG. Our programme is powered by Surgent — the world's #1 CMA review course with 83% pass rate — delivered by IMA Gold Learning Partner-recognised faculty. We offer both online CMA classes and offline CMA coaching near you, a 50% money-back guarantee, Surgent AI study tools, and pre-placement bootcamp support. CMA-certified professionals from Imarticus earn an average salary of ₹8–26 LPA in India.
You can enrol in our US CMA course by filling out the enquiry form on this page, downloading the brochure, or applying directly. Choose between online CMA classes (live streaming from anywhere in India) or offline CMA coaching at an Imarticus centre near you — both options include the same Surgent-powered curriculum and KPMG partnership benefits.
The US CMA course syllabus is divided into two parts. CMA Part 1 covers: External Financial Reporting, Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting, Performance Management, Cost Management, Internal Controls, and Technology & Analytics. CMA Part 2 covers: Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, Decision Analysis, Risk Management, Investment Decisions, and Professional Ethics. This cost and management accounting course curriculum is fully aligned with IMA global standards and tested across 100 MCQs and 2 essay sections per part.
After completing the US CMA certification, professionals can secure roles including: Financial Analyst, Finance Controller, Cost Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Planning Analyst, Deputy Manager Finance, and Internal Auditor. CMA USA certified professionals earn an average salary of ₹8–26 LPA in India and $60,000–$92,000 in global markets, with placements at Big 4 firms, MNCs, and Fortune 500 companies.
The US CMA course at Imarticus is led by a faculty of practising US CMA, CPA, and CFA professionals with 8–16+ years of industry experience. Our US CMA coaching team includes KPMG India consultants, IMA chapter presidents, and corporate finance leaders who bring real-world expertise to every online CMA coaching session and classroom. Key faculty include Samarth Bhatia (US CMA, CPA, CA), Pallavi Sharma (US CMA, US CPA, ex-KPMG), and Ajay Yadav (CMA, FRM, MBA IIM-K).
Imarticus CMA certification program alumni work at Deloitte, EY, KPMG, BDO, Crowe, JP Morgan, Barclays, Citi, Accenture, Capgemini, Kotak, Axis Bank, and 20+ other leading financial institutions and MNCs globally. Our pre-placement bootcamp, resume support, and interview coaching ensure every certified management accountant graduate is job-ready from day one.
Yes. As part of the US CMA course, KPMG in India provides 7 original case studies specifically designed for the CMA (US GAAP) curriculum — offering real-world practical application directly aligned with the CMA training program syllabus. These 23 KPMG case studies are distributed across all Imarticus professional programmes; CMA students receive the 7 most directly applicable to their course content.
The US CMA salary in Big 4 firms and leading MNCs in India ranges from ₹8 LPA to ₹26+ LPA depending on role, experience, and location. Entry-level CMA USA professionals typically earn ₹8–12 LPA, while senior roles such as Finance Controller can command ₹26+ LPA. Internationally, CMA certification program holders earn $60,000–$92,000 annually in the US, UK, and Canada.
**All salary data is sourced from IMA Survey, Indeed, and role-level data verified across our alumni network.
The KPMG name and logo are trademarks of KPMG International Cooperative and are used under license by its independent member firms. Their inclusion in this programme is compliant with KPMG’s global trademark policies.
KPMG in India does not provide job placement support for the US CMA course and does not guarantee employment or future earnings. Its role is limited to CMA preparation and training support for a specified number of hours. However, the top performer in the CMA certification program will gain access to a KPMG in India internship opportunity, and the next four highest achievers will be invited to attend exclusive webinars on global accounting practices.
Only the top performer in the US CMA certification program will be eligible for an internship at KPMG in India. Final selection is at the mutual discretion of Imarticus Learning and KPMG in India. Neither party takes responsibility for placement in a full-time role or conversion of the internship into a PPO upon completion of the program.
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