Costs associated with participating in the CGMA University Program by CIMA

What types of fees are required in the CGMA Program?

Participation in the CGMA University Program involves the following fees:

• Registration fee
• Exam fees
• Annual subscription
• Educational materials (optional)

CGMA: what are the costs and fees?

Registering with CIMA for the first time?

New CGMA candidates pay a one-time registration fee of GBP 99, which includes:

• Registration with AICPA & CIMA
• Exemptions from relevant Objective Tests
• First year subscription
• Educational materials (online exam study text, access to CGMA Study Hub)

Note: Undergraduate students are exempt from the annual subscription fee for the entire duration of their studies.

Continuing your studies with CIMA?

If you’re continuing your CGMA qualification at the next level and already have a CIMA account, you don’t need to register again. Just make sure your subscription for 2026 is renewed to keep your account active.

Current candidates continuing at the Operational Level must ensure their subscription is paid by March 31 each year to avoid expiration.

Annual subscription fee – GBP 145

Exam fees

• Certificate in Business Accounting Objective Test (BA2) – GBP 106
• Operational Level Case Study Exam – GBP 231
• Management Level Case Study Exam – GBP 240

Fee table available at aicpa-cima.com – check exam prices in Tier 2: Rest of the world.

Study resources

Most content from each CGMA qualification level is delivered through university courses as a part of accredited programs. Additionally, students enrolled in the CGMA program who register for an exam may receive a free online study text from Kaplan Publishing, access CGMA Study Hub materials, and participate in the Class of ’26 Case Study preparation course. Optional paid courses are also available at CIMAstudy.com.

CGMA: through university or individually?

Wondering whether it’s more cost-effective to pursue the CGMA qualification through the university program or independently? Compare the costs below:

Certificate Level (Cert BA) – Bachelor Studies

Operational Level (Dip MA) – Master Studies