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CIMA Courses and CIMA Qualification with HTFT Partnership

CIMA is the world’s largest professional body of management accountants, offering the globally recognised CGMA designation.

About CIMA Courses and Qualification

CIMA Courses and CIMA Qualification focus on strategic business and financial management, equipping professionals to lead organisations through complex decision-making and change. Whether you’re aiming to become a finance business partner, management accountant, or strategic leader, the AAT qualification, AAT accounting courses, and other recognised accounting qualifications provide the technical expertise and practical skills needed to succeed. These courses are ideal for aspiring management accountants, CFOs, and business leaders.

CIMA Qualification Structure

Level
Description
Style
Duration
Channel
Entry Level Qualifications
Entry level accounting if little or no accounting background
On-demand objective tests
12–18 months

On Demand

BUY LEVEL

Distance Learning

Ind papers only
Professional Qualifications
Operational View course details and BUY individual papers
Focuses on short-term decision making and foundational finance skills
On-demand objective tests + quarterly case study
12-18 months

HTFT Live

BUY LEVEL

On Demand

BUY LEVEL

Distance Learning

Ind papers only
Management View course details and BUY individual papers
Medium-term planning and performance management capabilities
On-demand objective tests + quarterly case study
12-18 months

HTFT Live

BUY LEVEL

On Demand

BUY LEVEL

Distance Learning

Ind papers only
Strategic View course details and BUY individual papers
Strategic leadership, risk management, and financial strategy skills
On-demand objective tests + quarterly case study
12–18 months

HTFT Live

BUY LEVEL

On Demand

BUY LEVEL

Distance Learning

Ind papers only

Practical Experience Requirement

In addition to passing the exams CIMA requires a minimum of 36 months of relevant, verified work experience. 

CIMA Resit Package - case study

Sometimes the exam day doesn’t go to plan, and you don’t get the result you want. We recognise that when this happens, you don’t want to sit through the full programme again, preferring to focus on question practice and strengthening your exam skills.

In response to this we have developed a resit course. To be eligible you must have sat your Case Study in the last exam window and achieved a scaled score of 70 or above.

Professional Qualifications
HTFT On-Demand
£649
HTFT On-Demand
£649
HTFT On-Demand
£649

Deferral option 

If you book a live or on-demand case study course you can choose to defer your exam to a later exam window if you let us know by the deferment deadline on your timetable and pay the deferment fee of £50. Students who defer the course are still entitled to the Pass Guarantee.

CIMA Contact Information

Need to reach CIMA? Please use their official Contact Us page: https://www.aicpa-cima.com/help/contact-cima

For additional resources and study support, visit the CIMA/CGMA Study

Resources hub: https://www.aicpa-cima.com/resources/landing/study-resources

To view frequently asked questions and official guidance, check the CIMA FAQ page:
https://www.aicpa-cima.com/help/landing/frequently-asked-questions-01

Designations - CIMA, CGMA and AICPA

It can get a little confusing with all the different designations, below is an explanation: 

  • CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. A UK-based professional body focused on management accounting. It offers the CIMA Professional Qualification, leading to the Chartered Global Management.
  • AICPA – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The main US professional body for Certified Public Accountants (CPAs).
  • CGMA – Chartered Global Management Accountant. A joint designation awarded by CIMA and AICPA.

At HTFT, we use the CIMA designation because it is widely recognised by students and employers.

Studying CIMA with HTFT

We offer three ways to study for CIMA at HTFT, each designed to help you learn more in less time, and succeed in the exam.

HTFT Live

combines flexibility with structure, using a flipped classroom approach. You’ll learn through pre-class preparation and then join scheduled live online sessions where tutors focus on application, deeper understanding, and exam technique. 

HTFT On-Demand

is our self-paced course, allowing you to study when you want to by accessing a library of online recordings and resources. Ideal if you want to take control of your learning journey. 

HTFT Distance Learning

This is our most flexible and cost-effective way to study, giving you the freedom to learn wherever and whenever you want. We will carefully guide you through our library of high quality and exam focused online and printed materials.

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We design all our courses to create great learning experiences and deliver exceptional pass rates, consistently exceeding Institute averages. Learn more about our CIMA study options by clicking the links in the table above.

HTFT are an AICPA & CIMA Registered Tution Provider
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