r/CMA

I got a job with a contracting company right out of college and they asked me if I would be pursuing the CPA. I initially said yes because that’s what was jammed down my throat in college, but I started investigating the different types of accounting certifications and stumbled across the CMA. Based on my plans in the private sector, it seemed more reasonable for me to pursue the CMA first, then the CPA. My boss agreed with me and thought it would be more useful for the company than a CPA would be.

r/Accounting is not kind to the CMA and it is giving me a fair amount of doubt about if what I am pursuing is worth it. They did have a good point that most applications are asking for a CPA preference instead of the CMA, but in that same vein, I haven’t met anyone who has actually heard of a CMA before being told what it is.

Is what I am studying for worth it right now? I don’t intend on going public since tax season ends shortly before my daughter’s birthday and I want to be able to enjoy that special day without having leftover stress. What do you all think?

For the May/June CMA window, candidates can choose between CBQ and essay, right?

Does this mixed format affect grading speed at all? Any chance results come out earlier, or still the usual mid/late July? What do you think?

so i am 18 rn gave my 12th board exam and waiting for result thought i should do us cma but my sir is suggesting acca plus us cma he is sayimg us cma is secondary degree and now idk what to do who to listen i just want knowledge i only care abt it idc abt package ad i am gonna join family company

Hello all.

English is my second language. I wrote essays half a decade back. Since then not so good with writing.Not a keyboard warrior either. I was planning to practice for essays for my part 1 exam then CBQ got introduced at the right time. For me cbq makes me more comfortable than essays as I just have to think and choose the answer given in options instead of thinking and drafting an answer on my own.

But the issue is cbq seems more like a hit or miss. Essay can be scored for atleast 50% for sure as even for questions you don't understand you can simply write anything thats loosely related to the topics and still get marks. But with cbq if the option you choose is wrong you get Zero.

So, here I am, confused between cbq or essay.

Any insights are welcomed

Hii everyone i graduated from Mumbai University with my Bachelor's degree of Accounting and Finance and in the past year i have completed both my parts of CMA US i am looking for a job in Finance but am struggling to find one can anybody help

Did anyone receive an email regarding an option for scheduling the exam at home? and if so, what are the things I should know before scheduling

What strategy are you using for CBQs?

I have registered just now but when I'm scheduling it's coming identification not recognized!?

Hey, so I have something I don’t understand.

I’m currently on a student membership with my part 1 exam due in May. The membership expires January 2027.

They didn’t ask for any proof that I’m a student so should I apply? Or what should I do?

If I plan to take part 2 after January 2027, should I renew my membership? After I finish both parts, do I have to keep applying for a membership?

I also saw another post saying you don’t get your certificate until you put in your work experience. Is this true?? I was under the impression that you just pass both parts and get your certificate, then you put your work experience in, once you get it.

If so, how am I supposed to apply for jobs without the certificate?

Please help.

Hi so I am currently pursuing cma usa and have cleared bcom. I have no job experience. What skills, courses do I need to actually need to get a job/internship preferably in fpa.

Hi everyone,

I’m currently preparing for the CMA Part 1 exam and am fully committed to giving it my best. However, Gleim materials are unfortunately beyond my budget at the moment.

I was wondering if anyone could guide me toward free study resources, such as notes, practice questions, or other helpful materials.

I’d be truly grateful for any support, suggestions, or advice you can offer—every bit really helps.

Thank you!

I'm currently preparing for part 1 using Hock Subscription. Can anybody please let me know how I can access the Hock mocks? I seem not to find it in the portal. \

thank you

as I am planning to start us cma in next 1.5-2.5 months and fully confused to choose which coaching

simandhar, finstreet, imarticus, miles, Northstar, preschool

please help 😩 me 🙏

or any other suggestions as I am fully focused to start us cma preparation and not to waste money because I am not very much capable to pay unnecessity of money please help and also please give suggestions anything so it will definitely increase my knowledge 🫀