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Beginning January 18, 2022, English language CMA candidates will be able to enroll in remote testing for the CMA exam for the first time. Starting with the January/February 2022 exam window, you can register to take your exam either in-person at a Prometric Test Center, or remotely, using Prometric ProProctor™. The fee is the same for both options.
If you are already registered for your exam at a Prometric Test Center and would like to change to remote, you can either
Remote proctoring is available everywhere except for Crimea, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Syria. However, just because you are able to have your test remotely proctored does not mean you should. The exam requires a reliable internet connection.
Note: In China, remote proctoring is available for the English language CMA exam only. The simplified Chinese CMA exam is a paper-based test.
Get the most up-to-date information from Prometric’s ProUserGuide.
To learn more about remote testing for the CMA exam, check out IMA’s Remote Proctoring FAQs.
Fees will increase on March 1, 2022. If you are planning on sitting for a CMA exam part soon, you should register as soon as possible!
In light of recent updates to CDC recommendations, Prometric has made the following changes for all CMA candidates taking the exam at a Prometric testing site:
More information about these policies can be found on the enhanced test center proceduresOpens in new window page on Prometric’s website.
You can also check out this what to expect on test dayOpens in new window video, which provides a detailed overview of what to expect during your visit to a Prometric testing center.
If you’re concerned about test center availability, it’s a good idea to plan ahead so you can find the CMA exam date and time that is most convenient for you. Prometric’s new scheduling system, ProSchedulerOpens in new window, allows candidates to search for exam availability by ZIP code, schedule and reschedule your exam, or cancel your appointment. You can also find a list of closed, restricted, or fully operational test centers on Prometric’s site status pageOpens in new window.
IMA has not extended any upcoming testing windows, so candidates can confidently schedule their exams for the next two windows (Sept/Oct 2021 and Jan/Feb 2022). Registration for the Sept/Oct 2021 testing window will be available through October 15, 2021.
We will keep you updated on exam and exam center changes as they are announced so you can focus on passing your exams!
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) has announced it is further extending the May-June testing window to afford candidates more flexibility. This testing window will now run from April 1, 2021, through July 14, 2021.
This extension gives candidates who may have been impacted by the virus an extra two weeks to sit for the exam. The last day to register in this window remains June 15, 2021.
No additional extensions have been announced at this time. We will keep you posted on any new developments.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Institute of Certified Management Accountants (ICMA) has announced it is opening the May-June window early to afford candidates more flexibility. The window is now open from April 1, 2021, to June 30, 2021.
This extension gives candidates who may be impacted by the virus an extra month to sit for the exam. The last day to register for this window is June 15, 2021.
The January-February window remains unchanged at this time. We will keep you posted on any new developments.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
In March, Prometric waived all cancellation and rescheduling fees for the CMA exam due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning August 1, 2020, these fees will be reinstated.
Prometric is still working to assist candidates in areas impacted by the pandemic.
Candidates who have appointments canceled or rescheduled as a result of continued test site closures or regional restrictions will not be penalized. If your exam appointment is impacted due to site closures or regional restrictions, you will receive an email notification informing you that your appointment has either been
Candidates who are unable to test due to COVID-19 illness or impact after August 1 should contact Prometric using their “Contact Us” form and choose “Request a Refund.” Prometric will respond to you individually. Because of the high volume of inquiries they are receiving, they estimate it will take between 5 and 7 days for you to receive a response.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
CMA candidates looking to schedule their exam should be aware Prometric is continuing to watch the impact COVID-19 is having on their testing centers as new information becomes available. Prometric has monitored, and will continue to monitor, information provided by global health organizations, local governmental policies, corporate policies, and input from testing partners and candidates.
IMA previously extended their May/June window to July 31, and will open the September/October window on August 1. Registration for the May/June window will remain open until July 12. Registration for the September/October window remains open until October 15.
Test centers will be evaluated for closure on a case-by-case basis.
Prometric has reviewed and reinforced policies to mitigate the risk of spreading the virus at test centers. This includes ensuring surfaces and devices that are commonly touched by customers (such as keyboards, computer mice, biometric touch chip devices) are regularly cleaned and sanitized.
Prometric will also provide disposable wipes and allow candidates to use medical masks and gloves while testing. If you do choose to use a mask or gloves, note that test center staff may need to visually inspect these items.
Regardless of your current exam schedule, you will want to make sure you protect yourself and those around you from the virus.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
The majority of candidates will not be affected by ICMA’s changes. If you are about to enter or complete the CMA Certification Program, you may be affected by these minor changes. These changes are for the safety of both IMA staff and CMA candidates during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
For the time being, CMA candidates must submit all required educational transcripts to ICMA electronically. ICMA requests all documents be emailed in PDF format and that candidates include their IMA membership number.
Note: If you have already submitted your educational documents by mail, resubmit a scanned copy of your documents to the relevant email address above.
ICMA has temporarily suspended delivery of all new CMA certificates but plans to resume shipment as soon as possible.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
Due to growing concern about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) has announced they are extending the May/June window to July 31st. The window is now scheduled to run from May 1, 2020 to July 31, 2020.
This extension gives candidates who may be impacted by the virus an extra month to be able to sit. The last day to register for the exam in this window is now July 12, 2020.
Additionally, if you have already scheduled an exam for this window IMA is waiving fees to reschedule to a later test date.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
Prometric and IMA China have announced that the February 2020 CMA English exam has been canceled throughout China. The provincial test center will cancel your appointment, and candidates will be notified by email or phone.
Prometric released the following statement about the decision to close the testing centers, “In the wake of recent reports regarding the Wuhan Coronavirus and its impact on China and other countries, Prometric has decided to proactively close all test centers in China.”
In addition, IMA released a similar statement, “In order to implement the epidemic prevention and control of new coronavirus infection and take preventive measures to ensure the safety and health of candidates and test attendants, the IMA decided to cancel the CMA English exam held at all test centers across the country from January 31 to February 29.”
If you’d previously canceled the CMA English exam in the January / February 2020 exam window, you can contact Prometric at 010-82345674 or chinareg@prometric.com to receive a refund of your $50 change fee.
To read the full IMA statement, visit the IMAChina website.
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At Gleim, we know keeping current is vital for future CMAs. That is why all of our CMA Review materials are continuously updated with the most recent information you need to know to pass the CMA exam. If you’re ready to get the most up-to-date content with an Access Until You Pass® guarantee, look no further than the Premium CMA Review.
