A management accountant applies his or her professional knowledge and skill in the preparation and presentation of financial and other decision oriented information in such a way as to assist management in the formulation of policies and in the planning and control of the operation of the undertaking. With differing education and experience requirements ICMA offers six levels of membership:

• CMA - Certified Management Accountant
• AMA - Associate Management Accountant
• GMA - Graduate Management Accountant
• RBA -  Registered Business Accountant
• RCA - Registered Cost Accoiuntant
• MAA - Management Accounting Affiliate

Recognized and respected around the world, the CMA designation is a business credential like no other.

It is the calling card of a strategic financial management professional with proven expertise in strategic financial management, business knowledge, and leading-edge management skills.