To provide training and certification tools for a growing group of
accounting and finance professionals in India, IMA® (Institute
of Management Accountants) has announced a partnership agreement with
John Wiley and Sons, Inc. (Wiley), publisher of the CMA Learning System
(CMALS), and Miles Professional Education (Miles), a major professional
certification course provider in India. Under the agreement, Miles
commits significant resources to support live training for management
accountants preparing to take IMA’s Certified Management Accountant (CMA®)
exam using Wiley’s CMALS.
IMA’s globally recognized CMA credential is an advanced assessment of
accounting and financial management knowledge in four critical areas:
financial planning, analysis, control and decision support. The two-part
exam is offered through Prometric testing centers across India and
throughout the world.
“As local economies grow, so, too, does the demand for highly qualified
management accountants,” said Jim Gurowka, CAE, IMA vice president of
international development. “This new partner agreement solidifies IMA’s
commitment to the region and reinforces our dedication to supporting
careers, organizations and the public interest.”
Beginning this spring, Miles offers an eight-week, instructor-led course
to prepare management accountants for the exam. The courses, available
in eight cities across India, provide 60 hours of training on exam
content, guidance for taking the test and career counseling.
“We at Miles recognize a great opportunity for management accountants in
India with the recent government focus on economic development and
growth,” said Varun Jain, CMA, CPA, CEO, Miles Professional Education.
“The availability of the CMA credential will enable a highly qualified
workforce and enhance performance of organizations.”
“Wiley’s global success in providing best-in-class professional
educational products and services is underpinned by collaborative
relationships. As such, we are proud to cement this important initiative
with our longstanding partners at IMA and Miles,” said David Pugh,
executive publisher and senior vice president at John Wiley and Sons
U.S. headquarters.
Vikas Gupta, managing director of Wiley India, added: “This partnership
underscores Wiley’s commitment to support individuals around the world
pursuing globally relevant professional certifications, such as the
U.S.-based CMA. The planned coursework will allow undergraduate and
post-graduate students to sit for the exams in parallel with their
college coursework. The CMA also helps working professionals take their
careers to the next level through a cost-effective path. The preparation
of CMA professionals also fits perfectly with the national
skill-development agenda of India, which Wiley has always championed.”
Local Chapter Network Expansion
In tandem with this announcement, IMA has expanded its international
chapter roster by adding eight new local chapters in India: Bangalore,
Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai and Pune. IMA also has
an active Mutual Recognition Agreement with the Institute of Cost
Accountants of India (ICAI).
“IMA strongly believes in delivering the best in localized programs and
services. Our new network of chapters in India and expanded CMA program
support will help meet the specific needs of professionals in the
region,” said IMA’s Gurowka.
For more information on IMA’s regional chapters, visit http://www.imanet.org/groups-networking/regional-councils-chapters.
About IMA® (Institute
of Management Accountants)
IMA®, the association of accountants and financial
professionals in business, is one of the largest and most respected
associations focused exclusively on advancing the management accounting
profession. Globally, IMA supports the profession through research, the
CMA® (Certified Management Accountant) program, continuing
education, networking and advocacy of the highest ethical business
practices. IMA has a global network of more than 75,000 members in 140
countries and 300 professional and student chapters. Headquartered in
Montvale, N.J., USA, IMA provides localized services through its four
global regions: The Americas, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Middle
East/Africa. For more information about IMA, please visit www.imanet.org.
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