CIMA Management Level
The Management level is where CIMA students step from transactional accounting into medium-term decision-making. Three objective tests and one case study build the skills to manage performance across teams and projects, apply advanced costing and decision-making techniques, and i
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Pass Mark
Objective tests: 100/150 (~67%). Case study: 80/150 (~53%)
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About the CIMA Management Level
The Management level is where CIMA students step from transactional accounting into medium-term decision-making. Three objective tests and one case study build the skills to manage performance across teams and projects, apply advanced costing and decision-making techniques, and interpret complex financial statements for single entities and groups — including consolidated accounts under IFRS.
What You'll Learn
Career Relevance
Completing the Management level earns the CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting (CIMA Adv Dip MA) and qualifies you for roles such as Senior Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Business Partner, Financial Controller (assistant), Commercial Finance Analyst, and Group Reporting Accountant. It's also the gateway to the Strategic level and full CGMA status.
Exam Format
- Pass Mark:Objective tests: 100/150 (~67%). Case study: 80/150 (~53%)
- Format:Three 90-minute objective tests (one per pillar — E, P, F) assessed independently on demand, plus one 3-hour Case Study (synoptic assessment) sat in one of four windows per year. Candidates must pass all three objective tests before sitting the case study.
Prerequisites
You must have completed the Operational level (E1, P1, F1 plus the Operational Case Study) before registering at this level — or hold equivalent exemptions. AAT Level 4 and holders of certain accounting degrees may exempt into this level; check CIMA's exemption finder first.
Subjects in the CIMA Management Level
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How the CIMA Management Level is assessed
Structure of the objective tests and case study for this level.
3 objective tests (90 min each) + 1 Case Study (3 hours)
Three 90-minute objective tests (one per pillar — E, P, F) assessed independently on demand, plus one 3-hour Case Study (synoptic assessment) sat in one of four windows per year. Candidates must pass all three objective tests before sitting the case study.
Objective tests on demand; case study in Feb, May, Aug, Nov windows
Objective tests: 100/150 (~67%). Case study: 80/150 (~53%)
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