What is the US CMA exam structure?
The US CMA exam has two parts. Part 1 is Financial Planning, Performance & Analytics and Part 2 is Strategic Financial Management. Each part tests a distinct area of management accounting and strategic finance.
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CMA Exam Structure
The US CMA exam consists of two parts, each testing a distinct area of management accounting and strategic finance.
Part 1
Financial Planning, Performance & Analytics
External Financial Reporting Decisions15%
Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting30%
Performance Management20%
Cost Management20%
Internal Controls15%
Part 2
Strategic Financial Management
Financial Statement Analysis25%
Corporate Finance20%
Decision Analysis20%
Risk Management10%
Investment Decisions15%
Professional Ethics10%
Exam Details
Duration & Marks
Duration
4 HoursPer exam part
Total Marks
500Passing score: 360 (72%)
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What topics are covered in CMA Part 1?
CMA Part 1 covers External Financial Reporting Decisions (15%), Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting (30%), Performance Management (20%), Cost Management (20%) and Internal Controls (15%).
What topics are covered in CMA Part 2?
CMA Part 2 covers Financial Statement Analysis (25%), Corporate Finance (20%), Decision Analysis (20%), Investment Decisions (15%), Risk Management (10%) and Professional Ethics (10%).
How long is each CMA exam part and what is the passing score?
Each CMA exam part is 4 hours long and is scored out of 500 marks. The passing score is 360, which is 72%.
Do I need to clear both CMA parts?
Yes. You must pass both Part 1 and Part 2 to complete the CMA exam requirement. You can attempt the parts in either order. Certification also requires meeting the education and two-year work experience requirements explained on our CMA eligibility page.
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