CMA USA PASS PERCENTAGE

CMA USA (Certified Management Accountant) is a professional certification administered by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). CMA USA is an international course focusing on Management Accounting and Financial Management.

Educational Qualification

To become a CMA, candidates must fulfill one of the following:

Bachelor’s Degree: From an accredited college or university.
Professional Certifications: Holders of certifications like CA, CS, or CMA (India) can pursue the course directly without a degree.

Duration

The duration of the course is 6-12 months

CMA Examination

Exam Structure

The exam of CMA USA is divided into two parts – Part 1 and Part 2

Part 1: Financial Planning, Performance, and Analytics
- Duration: 4 hours
- Format: 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) + Two 30-minute essays
Part 2: Strategic Financial Management
- Duration: 4 hours
- Format: 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) + Two 30-minute essays

Note: Candidates must answer at least 50 out of 100 MCQs correctly to unlock the essay section.

Exam Windows

The exam is offered during the following three testing periods each year:

January/February
May/June
September/October

CMA USA Syllabus

The Part 1 and Part 2 syllabus are as follows:

Part I: Financial Planning, Performance and Analytics

Section	Section Name	Weightage
A	External Financial Reporting Decisions	15%
B	Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting	20%
C	Performance Management	20%
D	Cost Management	15%
E	Internal Controls	15%
F	Technology and Analytics	15%
Minimum Marks to Qualify: 360/500 (72%)

Part II: Strategic Financial Management

Section	Section Name	Weightage
A	Financial Statement Analysis	20%
B	Corporate Finance	20%
C	Business Decision Analysis	25%
D	Enterprise Risk Management	10%
E	Capital Investment Decisions	10%
F	Professional Ethics	15%
Minimum Marks to Qualify: 360/500 (72%)

CMA USA PASS PERCENTAGE

The average passing percentage for the US CMA exam in India is around 45%. The US CMA exam is considered challenging, with a global pass rate of around 50%.

CMA USA PART 1 PASS RATE

CMA USA Part 1 Pass Rate: Around 45% globally, including candidates from India.

CMA USA PART 2 PASS RATE

CMA USA Part 2:Pass rates for Part 2 tend to be a bit higher, around 45%

CMA USA PASS PERCENTAGE 2023

The pass rate for the CMA USA Part 1 exam in 2023 is around 45%. This is an improvement from the 35% pass rate before 2020. The pass rate for Part 2 is around 45–50%.

CMA USA PASS PERCENTAGE IN INDIA

The pass percentage for the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam in India is approximately 40%.

CMA USA PASS PERCENTAGE IN KERALA

As of the latest data from 2024, the pass rate for the CMA exam is approximately 50% for both Part 1 and Part 2.

FAQs

1. Is CMA USA difficult to pass?

Yes, it is definitely a challenging course. But one can clear its exams through continuous hard work and dedication.

2. What is the course duration of CMA USA?

CMA USA can be completed within 6-12 months.

3. Can CMA USA-qualified professionals work in India?

Yes, CMA USA-qualified professionals can work in India.

4. Is CMA USA a globally recognised course?

Yes, CMA USA is a globally recognised course and is accepted in more than 150 countries.