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2025 CIMA Fees Guide

Understanding the costs of completing CIMA's Professional Qualification will help you better plan for the year ahead. We’ve outlined the 2025 CIMA exam & institute fees to get you off to a good start.

The Ultimate Game Plan For CIMA OT Exams

It’s exam day - game time. Your CIMA exam is the arena, and you're the star player. Here is our secret playbook that's going to get you that win.

2024 CIMA Exam Dates (Semester 2)

The first half of 2024 flew by - but don't worry! You can still write your CIMA exams this year. We've compiled a list of the remaining CIMA exam dates to assist you in getting ready. Make a note of which exam you plan to write and use that date as a marker for your preparations.

5 Tips for CIMA Case Study Exams

Preparing for the CIMA Case Study Exams can be a daunting task. As future management accountants, you need to showcase not only your knowledge of the syllabus but also your ability to apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios. Here are five essential tips that can help you excel in your upcoming CIMA case study exams.

5 Steps to Getting Started with CIMA

Looking to study CIMA in 2024? Unsure about where to go or what to do first? We've put together five easy steps to get you started on your CIMA journey in no time!

2024 CIMA Fees Guide

Understanding the costs involved in completing CIMA's Professional Qualification will help you better plan for the year ahead. To get you off to a good start, we’ve outlined the various 2024 CIMA fees below.

CIMA PQ vs FLP - A 2024 Guide

There are two different ways to complete your CIMA qualification. The traditional Professional Qualification (PQ) Route and the streamlined Finance Leadership Programme (FLP). Both methods cover the same syllabus, teach the same competencies, and result in the same CGMA designation. So, which one is right for you?

2024 CIMA Exam Dates

Planning to write in 2024? Having a deadline to work towards when completing your studies will greatly improve your chances of passing. Make a note of which exam you plan to write and use that date as a marker for your preparations.

Charting a New Frontier - CIMA and CPA Canada Forge Global Alliance

CIMA and the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) have joined hands, breaking traditional boundaries and forming a remarkable new partnership. This collaboration ushers in a new era of possibilities for accountants seeking to amplify their careers on a global scale.

FLP Has Changed

CIMA's Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is finally back and once again available to South African students. There are a few important changes and updates that you need to know about.

2023 CIMA Exam Dates

Having a deadline to work towards when completing your studies will greatly improve your chances of passing. Make a note of which exam you plan to write and use that date as a marker for your preparations. We've compiled a list of important CIMA exam dates to assist you in getting ready.

CIMA Case Study Exam Tips

We asked Paul Grobler, an IBTC and CIMA student who achieved the highest mark in South Africa for the Operational Case Study, to share his tips and secrets to success on exam day.

Tracs Europe Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Pilisa Matyholo, has broken down the CIMA Operational Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the 2023 May Case Study exam.

CIMA FLP is Back

After a short suspension of sales for CIMA's Finance Leadership Programme in South Africa, FLP can now be purchased again from any QCTO-registered tuition provider.

2023 CIMA Exemptions Explained

CIMA’s exemption process is an extremely popular topic among students. With so many different entry routes, it can often be confusing and overwhelming to try and figure out where your past qualifications and experience fit in.

What To Do While Waiting For Case Study Exam Results

It takes roughly 8 weeks to receive your results from CIMA. This can often feel like an awkward limbo period, leaving you unsure of how best to use your time. Do you continue with your course and hope for the best? Or do you wait until you receive your marks before planning your next step?

Hottayr Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Nicky Brouwer, has broken down the Strategic Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the 2023 February Case Study exam.

Four Reasons Why Students Fail CIMA Case Study Exams

From afar, CIMA’s Case Study exams can seem like an intimidating prospect. This unique assessment format thrusts students into the roles of finance professionals within fictitious organisations and asks them to apply the skills and knowledge they have gained to real world situations.

Happy Playz Analysis | IBTC Professional Business Education

IBTC lecturer, Precious Nyamazana, has broken down the Management Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the 2023

FireWorks Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Pilisa Matyholo, has broken down the FireWorks Operational Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the 2023 February Case Study exam.

CIMA PER - 5 Steps to Success

You’ve worked your way through the CIMA qualification and completed the Strategic Case Study Exam. What comes next? In order to become a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), you need a minimum of three years' verified relevant work experience.

Three Benefits of Online Courses

Be in class anytime, anywhere with IBTC Online Courses. Our CIMA & ACCA Online Courses offer the perfect mix of flexibility, structure, and personalised student support to ensure that you are 100% ready to pass your examinations in as little as 8 weeks.

Piping Pre-Seen Analysis

CIMA lecturer, Precious Nyamazana, has broken down the Management Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the August Case Study exam.

Meals@Home Pre-Seen Analysis

CIMA lecturer, Pilisa Matyholo, has broken down the Operational Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the 2022 August Case Study exam.

CIMA Exemptions - Pros & Cons

Students may be exempt from certain levels in the CIMA Professional Qualification if they hold a relevant degree or prior work experience. This allows candidates with the right knowledge to fast-track the process of becoming a CGMA.

What is CIMA FLP?

CIMA’s Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) presents a new way for students to complete their studies and earn their CGMA designation. FLP covers the exact same syllabus as CIMA’s Professional Qualification and you will still earn the relevant certificates upon completion of each level.

Snakwheel Pre-Seen Analysis

CIMA lecturer, Nicky Brouwer, has broken down the Strategic Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the August Case Study exam.

CIMA Remote Testing - What You Need To Know

Exam preparations are always a stressful time. No matter how many practice questions  we  do, or  how many  mock exams we  complete, our natural desire to  succeed  will always  result  in  feelings of nerves and anxiousness  when  it comes  time  to  test our CIMA  knowledge. How does the added complexity of remote testing affect examination sessions?

Pixlwizz Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Nicky Brouwer, has broken down the Strategic Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the February Case Study exam.  

Frinta Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Muzi Sithebe, has broken down the Management Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the February Case Study exam. 

TreadCushy Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Pilisa Matyholo, has broken down the Operational Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the February Case Study exam.

Where Can a CIMA Qualification Take You?

A CIMA CGMA designation can open plenty of doors in your professional career, both literally and figuratively. Did you know that CIMA qualifications are recognised and sought after in over 176 countries worldwide? You will also be able to find employment in a vast array of sectors, from FMCG, finance, investment and strategy.

Acellerate Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Pilisa Matyholo, has broken down the Operational Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the May Case Study exam.

Arrfield Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Nicky Brouwer, has broken down the Strategic Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the May Case Study exam. 

Trayyner Pre-Seen Analysis

IBTC lecturer, Muzi Sithebe, has broken down the Management Case Study Pre-Seen and highlighted some things you should know when preparing for the May Case Study exam.