Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Professional accounting association in London, United Kingdom.
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants is a professional association for management accountants in London. The organization awards internationally recognized qualifications and supports its members worldwide from its headquarters.
The institution was founded in 1919 as the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants for cost accounting professionals in British industry. In 1975 it received a Royal Charter from the British Crown and adopted its current name.
CIMA maintains high professional standards through a strict code of conduct and discipline committee, shaping the management accounting profession internationally.
Members can access professional training and current materials through the online portal or at in-person events. The headquarters also coordinates a worldwide network of regional offices and local groups.
The organization developed the Chartered Global Management Accountant designation together with the American Institute of CPAs. This program was created specifically for finance professionals working in international companies who need cross-border standards.
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