{"id":1556,"date":"2024-05-14T22:29:11","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T22:29:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcclatchymhstg.wpenginepowered.com\/careers-education\/?p=1556"},"modified":"2025-10-30T13:24:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T18:24:52","slug":"cma-exam-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/cma-exam-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"CMA Exam Cost: How Much the Certification Costs"},"content":{"rendered":" <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thinking about becoming a Certified Management Accountant (CMA)? <\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what you need to know: the journey isn\u2019t just about hard work and dedication\u2014it also comes with its share of financial planning. <\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognized worldwide, the CMA credential can catapult your career in finance and accounting to new heights. <\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But what does it cost to sit for the exam? <\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ll show you a clear, concise breakdown of the CMA exam costs. From registration fees with the Institute of Management Accountants (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imanet.org\/\">IMA<\/a>) to exam prep and budgeting tips, this guide covers it all, helping you navigate through your financial journey to CMA certification.<\/p> <p class=\"custom_key wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list custom_underline\"> <li><strong>IMA Membership<\/strong>: IMA membership is essential for CMA candidates, with annual fees ranging from $49 to $295, depending on membership type.<\/li> <li><strong>CMA Program Entrance<\/strong>: The CMA program entrance fee varies, costing a one-time fee of $225 for students and academics and $300 for professional members.<\/li> <li><strong>CMA Exam Fees<\/strong>: The exam fees for the CMA cost $370 per part for students and academics and $495 per part for professional members. <\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cma-exam-costs-the-financial-breakdown\"><strong>CMA Exam Costs: The Financial Breakdown<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey toward earning your CMA certification involves several costs that candidates must budget for. These costs can be broadly categorized into registration fees, which include the cost of enrolling in the CMA program and the examination fees for both parts of the exam.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-registration-fees-an-overview\"><strong>Registration Fees: An Overview<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registration fees for the CMA exam are comprised of two main components: the initial registration\/enrollment fee and the CMA exam fees.<\/p> <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1-1024x610.png\" alt=\"CMA membership and entrance fees\" class=\"wp-image-1562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1-1024x610.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1-150x89.png 150w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1-1536x915.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1.png 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure> <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-initial-registration-and-enrollment-fees\"><strong>Initial Registration and Enrollment Fees<\/strong><\/h4> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IMA Membership Fee:<\/strong> Before registering for the CMA exam, candidates must become members of the Institute of Management Accountants. Membership fees vary based on the membership type and are paid annually:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Professional Membership<\/strong>: $295<\/li> <li><strong>Student Membership<\/strong>: $49<\/li> <li><strong>Academic Membership<\/strong>: $160<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>CMA Program Entrance Fee:<\/strong> This fee enrolls candidates into the CMA program and grants access to the CMA exam support package. This fee is separate from the examination fees and must be paid only once.<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Professional Members<\/strong>: $300<\/li> <li><strong>Students\/Academics<\/strong>: $225<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s important to note that these fees are subject to change, and candidates should check the IMA website for the most current rates.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cma-exam-fees\">CMA <strong>Exam Fees<\/strong><\/h3> <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2-1024x610.png\" alt=\"CMA exam fees\" class=\"wp-image-1563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2-1024x610.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2-150x89.png 150w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2-1536x915.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-2.png 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A CMA exam fee is charged for each part of the exam. Candidates need to pass both parts to earn their certification and become a CMA. The fees for each part of the exam are as follows:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Professional Members<\/strong>: $495 per part<\/li> <li><strong>Students\/Academics<\/strong>: $370 per part<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a professional member, the total CMA exam costs for both parts would be approximately $990, while for student and academic members, it would be around $740.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary-of-cma-exam-costs\"><strong>Summary of CMA Exam Costs<\/strong><\/h2> <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1024x610.png\" alt=\"CMA certification costs\" class=\"wp-image-1561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1024x610.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-150x89.png 150w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image-1536x915.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/image.png 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The total cost of obtaining CMA certification for a professional member, excluding study materials and additional preparation costs, is approximately $1,585. This includes a $295 membership fee, a $300 entrance fee, and $990 for both parts of the CMA exam. <\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students or academics, the total cost is considerably lower, around $1,035 for students ($49 for membership, $225 for the entrance fee, and $760 for both exam parts) and $1,060 for academics ($160 for membership, $225 for the entrance fee, and $740 for both CMA exam parts).<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fees for Canceling or Changing CMA Exam Dates<\/h2> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Change to Next Testing Window<\/strong>: CMA candidates can request a change to the next testing window for a non-refundable fee of $75. This must be emailed to IMA Member Services at <a>ima@imanet.org<\/a> at least five days before the scheduled exam. The original appointment must be canceled prior to this request.<\/li> <li><strong>Rescheduling\/Cancellation Fee with Prometric<\/strong>: A fee of $50 is charged for canceling or rescheduling an exam within 3 to 30 days of the appointment. This fee is applied by Prometric and is non-waivable.<\/li> <li><strong>Reschedule Within Same Testing Window<\/strong>: Candidates can reschedule within the same testing window without any fees from ICMA, but a $50 fee by Prometric will still apply if done within 3 to 30 days of the scheduled date.<\/li> <li><strong>No-Show Policy<\/strong>: Missing an appointment without proper cancellation results in being marked as a &#8220;no-show&#8221; and forfeiture of the exam fee.<\/li> <\/ul> <div class=\"coupon-container discountcode_func_stores_taxonomywise\"><input value=\"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/careers-education\/cma-exam-cost\/\" name=\"cpageurl_hidden\" id=\"cpageurl\" type=\"hidden\"><div class='coupon_code_list_outer other_sc test2'><div class='coupon_code_list cvf_universal_container'><div class='ajax_loader_sort' style='display:none;'><\/div><div id='coupon_search_results' class='coupon_search_results'><input type='hidden' id='hidden_term' value='cma'><div 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