Where management accountants become leaders
We help our members grow, learn, and carry the strategic finance profession into the future.
A century of leadership, influence, and community
We are the first and longest-standing association dedicated to management accounting.
At the Institute of Management Accountants, we work to expand the industry, help our members get the job, earn that promotion, and make connections with other accounting and finance professionals.
Major organizations trust IMA to level up their teams
Our courses teach accountants how to become strategic business partners.
Joining IMA is an investment in your future
Prove that you’re ready for the next step
When you earn certifications from IMA, it shows your employer that you are ready for that next role or that big promotion. These certifications show that you are someone who can do more than just crunch numbers — you can think strategically about what needs to be done.
Whether you are looking for your first job or have been in the profession for years, we have certifications for accountants at any stage in their careers. The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification is the globally-recognized gold standard in management accounting. Learn more about how our certifications help you make the leap into a bigger, better role.
Training that’s CFO-approved
At IMA, we create our training materials based on conversations with real people who live and breathe management accounting. This thorough research means we know the essential competencies professionals need to do their best.
Learn more about our trainingValuable connections with other professionals
Experience hands-on learning at IMA’s global conferences, workshops, and live webinars. Join our local chapters to network in person and develop deep connections with other management accountants.
Explore our networking eventsOur thought leadership shapes the industry
Digital publications
Read the latest trends in our award-winning Strategic Finance Magazine and more.
Research
We fund thought-provoking research through grants to academics and doctoral students.
Podcast
The Count Me In podcast features talks with industry experts and thought leaders.
It’s more than just being a member
Joining IMA is about building relationships with other management accountants, enriching your career to reach your goals, and preparing yourself for the future.
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“IMA has been my professional family, and it’s really helped me develop into the leader that I am.”
Virginia D. White, CMA, CSCA
Corporate Purchasing Finance Director, Cummins