See where a CMA designation can take you

CMAs are in demand, working in all types of positions in virtually all types of businesses and industries within Canada and around the world.

Through mutual recognition agreements and the growing influence of a global marketplace, CMA Canada has members working in close to 100 international locations. Learn more about CMA Canada’s mutual recognition agreements and advanced standing policies for other professional designations and see what a CMA designation can do for your career.

Applying for Entrance Exam exemption
If you are eligible for Entrance Exam exemption through a mutual recognition agreement, you can apply for the exemption through the Entrance Exam waiver application form.  View the Entrance Exam waiver policy here.

Mutual recognition agreements for other professional designations

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
 

The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)

CPA Australia


Advanced standing policies for other professional designations

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
 


  Step 1: Become an associate and get your transcripts evaluated
  Step 2: Obtain prerequisites
  Step 3: Entrance Exam
  Step 4: Complete one of four professional programs
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