CMA Exam Dates and Registration Guide
The CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam is held three times a year, across 154 countries, following the official testing windows set by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA).
To earn the globally recognized CMA certification, you must pass both Part 1 and Part 2 of the exam. This achievement positions you among the most influential professionals in the accounting and finance field worldwide.
đź“… Exam Windows
The CMA exam is available during the following months:
-January
-February
-May
-June
-September
-October
It’s highly recommended to register well in advance to secure your preferred exam date.
đź“ť How to Register for the CMA Exam
Step 1 – Create an Account on the IMA Website
You must first create an account on the official IMA website using your personal email. You can find detailed steps for account creation in this PDF
After creating your account, you’ll receive your IMA ID Number, which is your unique identifier on the IMA platform.
Note 1: Make sure to use an active email address and don’t forget your password. Note 2: Enter your name exactly as it appears on your passport (in English). Any mismatch may result in being denied entry to the exam.
Step 2 – Apply for INACT HOUSE Student Discounts
If you’re studying with INACT HOUSE, you can benefit from exclusive discounts offered to our students.
Please send us the following details:
Your full name (exactly as registered on the IMA website) Phone number Registered email IMA ID Number
If you’re taking the exam in one of the following countries:
Egypt, Sudan, Lebanon, Jordan, or Palestine, you are eligible for a 45% discount on total exam fees —
thanks to INACT HOUSE being an Approved Course Provider from IMA in the Middle East.
This recognition is based on our record of providing top-quality training services across the region.
CMA Exam Fees After Discount (for eligible countries)
Total Cost: $627 instead of $1,140, divided as follows:
– IMA Membership + Entrance Fee : $327.25 (instead of $595)
-Membership validity: 1 year
-Entrance fee validity: 3 years
– Exam Fee per part $299.75 (instead of $545 per part)
If you are testing outside these countries ( Egypt, Sudan, Lebanon, Jordan, or Palestine), the discounted total will be $763.25 instead of $1,140, divided as follows:
-Membership & Entrance Fee $327.25 (instead of $595)
– Exam Fee $327.25 per part (instead of $545)
⚠️ Before paying, you must obtain an activated discount code from INACT HOUSE.
Payment instructions and steps are detailed in this PDF.
How to Check Available Exam Dates ?
You can find the upcoming available exam dates in this PDF
If you’re an INACT HOUSE student and have already registered for your exam, don’t forget to ask about the free Review Course, exclusively available to INACT HOUSE trainees.
How to Postpone Your CMA Exam
According to IMA policies, candidates who have already paid and booked their exam may request a reschedule under specific conditions.
Full details are available in This PDF
Schedule Your Exam
Once your exam purchase is complete, you will receive an authorization email from IMA. Follow the instructions in that email to book your exam at: 👉 www.prometric.com/icma
The detailed guide for selecting your exam date is provided in This PDF
Final Note
Now you have a complete overview of the CMA exam booking process!
Don’t forget to register with INACT HOUSE to enjoy exclusive discounts and benefit from our high-quality CMA preparation courses across the Middle East.