CHARTERED GLOBAL MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ISCA-CIMA PATHWAY Your opportunity for global recognition through the ISCA-CGMA Pathway. This pathway to professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation is open to Full Members of ISCA who are CA (Singapore). A programme by: In collaboration with:
Under this fast track programme, interested or successful applicants will only sit for the last paper of the CIMA qualification. Upon successful completion of this paper and with the relevant work experience, the applicants will qualify for CIMA membership and earn the professional global designation of Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) conferred by CIMA and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Successful applicants who are accepted into the ISCA-CIMA Pathway will attend a workshop conducted by SAA-GE. The workshop prepares applicants for the last paper of the CIMA qualification - a three hour case study exam. Refer to www.saage.edu.sg for more information. The exam primarily involves the application of strategic management accounting techniques to analyse, recommend and support decisions. Applicants are expected to sit for the computer-based CIMA exam starting in 2015. ISCA-CIMA PATHWAY 1 2 3 4 Applicant submits a detailed CV. CIMA reviews the CV, interviews and admits the applicants into the ISCA-CIMA Pathway. Applicant registers as a CIMA student and files application for CIMA membership. Applicant attends a workshop to prepare for the CIMA Strategic Case Study Exam, and sits for the exam in 2015. With a successful membership application and completion of the exam, applicant obtains Associate Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designations.
Selection criteria CIMA Strategic Case Study Exam are CA (Singapore) with 3 years full membership. based in Singapore. upon a case study that is set within a simulated business context relating to one or more fictionalized organisations. is based on a real business or industry. The case study therefore has no specific syllabus content of its own. of strategic management accounting techniques to analyse, recommend and support decisions. CIMA exam starting in 2015. Conditions for acceptance into the Programme Curriculum Vitae (CV) which contains: - personal details - academic and professional qualifications - detailed work experience membership must be filed before attempting the CIMA exam. within 12 months upon registration with CIMA. 2015 Fees* - Registration fee as a CIMA student GBP 75 - Capped exemption fees for GBP 600 16 CIMA papers GBP 1260 - Exam fee for Strategic Case Study GBP 175 - Membership application fee GBP 143 - Workshop fee SGD 1750 + GST *Fees are subject to changes.
EXEMPTIONS GRANTED UNDER THE ISCA-CIMA PATHWAY Candidates need to complete one exam ONLY. Exempted from 16 papers of the CIMA professional qualification. Pre-requisite entry requirement (e.g. CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting, degree in business or accounting or AAT Technician/Diploma level [level 4]). Paper C01 of Management Accounting Paper C02 of Financial Accounting Paper C03 of Business Mathematics Paper C04 of Business Economics Paper C05 of Ethics, Corporate Governance and Business Law
into any job role, including mine in AML compliance. The skills developed, and supported through CPD, have enabled me to manage performance and drive key business decision-making. Danny Lee, ACMA, CGMA Vice President, Regional AML Compliance, Citibank, Singapore The more volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous our world becomes, the more society needs corporations to have CFOs at the helm who have great values, high standards and strong technical skills. These will be borne of personal integrity but hugely underscored by being part of a profession. Where too trust, we need to be 100% trustworthy. In this way we serve our shareholders and we serve society. James Bruce, FCMA, CGMA CFO, Vice President Finance, South East Asia & Australasia, Unilever
The Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) is a global management accounting designation that recognises the competencies and expertise of management accountants who have the skill and discipline to drive strong business performance. CGMA is created by the joint venture between the Chartered Institute Accountants (AICPA), two of the world s most prestigious accounting bodies. www.cgma.org The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, founded in 1919, is the world s leading and largest professional body of Management Accountants, with more than 227,000 members and students operating in 179 countries, working at the heart of business. CIMA members and students work in industry, commerce, the public sector www.cimaglobal.com The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) is the national accountancy body of Singapore. ISCA s vision is to be a globally recognised professional accountancy body, bringing value to its members, the profession and wider community. Established in 1963, ISCA is an advocate of the interests of the profession. Possessing a Global Mindset, with Asian Insights, ISCA leverages its regional expertise, knowledge, and networks with diverse stakeholders to contribute towards Singapore s transformation into a global accountancy hub. www.isca.org.sg SAA Global Education has an astounding 30-year track record as one of nation s leading education provider in accountancy. It is a subsidiary of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), Singapore s national accountancy body, and has consistently produced prize-winning graduates both in Singapore and internationally. www.saage.edu.sg Chartered Institute of Management Accountants 30 Cecil Street Prudential Tower, Level 26 Singapore 049712 T. +65 6824 8252 F. +65 6637 8880 E. shavonne.sim@cimaglobal.com Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) 60 Cecil Street, ISCA House Singapore 049709 T. +65 6749 8060 F. +65 6749 8061 E. isca@isca.org.sg