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FM Academy (FMA) provides both online and classroombased coaching for CMA (Certified Management Accountant)and CPA (Certified Public Accountant), the best-knowncredentials in the field of Management Accounting andFinancial Accounting respectively.Our efficient learning techniques and state of the art studytools help students to master the art of cracking theseexams with confidence.FMA believes in quality education and professionalexcellence to transform students to world class financeprofessionals with an ethical outlook.
VisionDevelop ethically sound global professionals.
MissionTransform students to world class professionals by providingexpert coaching for globally recognized finance courses.
What makes FMA unique?
• Best Global Certifications!FMA provides coaching only for CMA and CPA, the mostsought-after accounting qualifications in the world.
• Best Trainers!FMA classes are exclusively handled by CMA and CPAqualified faculty with industry experience.
• Best Coaching Format!FMA has convenient and flexible timing with limitednumber of students per batch. Online classes can beaccessed from anywhere whereas the classroom-basedcoaching is available only at Kochi, Kerala.
• Best Course Provider!FMA has tie up with GLEIM, market leader and the #1course prep for CMA and CPA.
John DanielCA, CMA, CPA, CISA, CGMA
[email protected]+91 8547607931
• CFA Charter Holder from CFA Institute, USA.
• CMA (Certified Management Accountant) from IMA, USA and Associate Memberof the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI).
• Commands more than 18 years of experience in banking and financial servicesindustry in India & Middle East.
• Academic & practical knowledge domain span across Management Accounting,Financial Accounting, Financial Markets, Derivatives, Economics, QuantitativeTechniques, Risk Management areas.
• Experienced faculty for CFA, CMA and MBA programs.
• Speaker for technical sessions on various financial topics.
• Commands over two decades of experience in banking & financial services sectorswith core competencies in financial control, regulatory compliance and financialplanning.
• Well versed with Islamic financing instruments and contracts.
• Regular member of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)with CPA licensing from the Colorado State Board of Accountancy.
• Member of Institute of Management Accountants (IMA, USA) with CMA and CFMcertifications.
• Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
Thomas MathewCFA, CMA, ACMA
[email protected]+91 9562513289
CMA (Certified Management Accountant) Certificationfrom Institute of Management Accountants, USA is a globalbenchmark for accountants and finance professionals inbusiness.
CMA program has been designed to meet the evolving needsof business and recognizes the unique proficiencies requiredfor success in the challenging profession of ManagementAccounting.
Fast adapting CMA certification makes you ‘future-proof’ inthe evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data.
CMA credential gives you greater credibility, higher earningpotential and ultimately a seat at the leadership table.
CMA Certification can be completed in less than one yearand is arguably the least expensive global accountingqualification.
1. What are the requirements to earnCMA designation?• Active membership in IMA (Institute of
Management Accountants), USA• A bachelor ’s degree from an
accredited college/university or arelated professional certification
• Two years of professional experiencein management accounting orfinancial management, which can becompleted after passing the exam,but are required as a final step tocertification
• Passing Parts 1 and 2 of the CMAexam
2. Who can pursue CMA course?Any graduate can pursue CMA course.IMA encourages students to register andpass the CMA exam while doing theirgraduation.
3. What is the pass rate for the CMAexam?Pass rate on the CMA exam differsby geographic region, but averagesabout 50%.
4. How is the CMA exam administered?CMA exam is organized into two parts: Part 1: Financial Planning, Performance
and Analytics Part 2: Strategic Financial Management Each exam part is of four hours in lengthand includes 100 multiple-choicequestions and two 30-minute essays.Candidates can take parts 1 and 2 in anyorder.The CMA exams are computer-basedand administered in hundreds ofPrometric testing facilities worldwideincluding Kerala.
5. When can I take the CMA exam?Exams are offered during the following testwindows: • January and February• May and June• September and October
Candidates can choose their convenientdate and schedule exams online.
6. How long do I take to prepare for theexam?FM Academy class room coaching wouldrequire 80 hours per part. Candidateswould need an equal amount of time forintensive practice using GLEIM softwareto ensure a pass at the CMA exams.Candidates can comfortably pass both theexam parts in less than 1 year.
7. What is the cost?It costs less than Rs.1.5 lakhs for astudent to earn CMA designationincluding our coaching fees. IMAscholarships and discounts can reducethis cost by Rs. 50,000.
8. When can I join the CMA course?We follow rolling batches where thestudents can be admitted on starting a newtopic area. Accordingly, new admissionstake place every month.
9. What is the timing of coachingclasses?Convenient and flexible Morning and Daybatches are available to suit regularcollege students as well as workingprofessionals.Live online classes are customized to thetime zone preferences of both overseasand domestic students.
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation is thehighest standard of competence in accounting professionacross the globe.
CPA credential is the only license for accountingprofessionals in USA and is issued by state boards ofaccountancy in the 55 jurisdictions to practise auditing andattestation functions.
Although the education and experience requirement may varyby jurisdiction, CPA exam is uniform. Uniform CPA Exam isdeveloped, maintained and scored by AICPA, USA inpartnership with National Association of State Boards ofAccountancy (NASBA).
CPA profession offers unlimited possibilities for careergrowth and development.
CPA Certification can be completed in less than one year.
1. What are the eligibility requirementsto apply for CPA exam?Eligibility requirements vary by jurisdiction.Each jurisdiction has specificrequirements regarding education,experience and residency.Most of the jurisdictions would require 150semester hours of accounting educationto be eligible to write CPA exam.Post graduates like M.Com and MBA orgraduates with professional certificationslike CA and CS qualify for CPA exams inmost of the states.Indian students have to apply onlinethrough NASBA International EvaluationServices (NIES) to get the evaluationdone. NIES may take upto 10 weeks tocomplete the evaluation.
2. What is the pass rate for the CPAexam?On average, 45% is the pass rate for CPAexam.The passing score is 75 on a 0-99 scale.
3. How is the CPA exam organized?CPA exam is organized into four sections: AUD: Auditing & AttestationBEC: Business Environment & ConceptsFAR: Financial Accounting & ReportingREG: Regulation.Candidates can take four sections in anyorder.
4. Can I take the CPA exam in India?No. CPA exams are not currentlyadministered in India.Indian candidates can write CPA exam atPrometric test centres in UAE, Bahrain,Kuwait and USA.
5. When can I take the CPA exam?Exams are offered during the following testwindows per year:• Q1: Jan 1 - Mar 10 • Q2: Apr 1 - Jun 10• Q3: Jul 1 - Sep 10• Q4: Oct 1 - Dec 10
Candidates can choose their convenientdate and schedule exams online.
6. How long do I take to prepare for theexam?FM Academy class room coaching wouldrequire 80 hours per part. Candidateswould need an equal amount of time forintensive practice using GLEIM softwareto ensure a pass at the CPA exams.Candidates can comfortably pass all thefour sections of the exam in less thanone year.
7. What is the cost?Cost of evaluation and registration for CPAexam varies for each jurisdiction and isapproximately Rs. 1 lakh. Additionalcharge of Rs. 25,000 (approx.) per partfor appearing at Middle East centres.Candidates also have to bear air traveland stay expenses to the US or MiddleEast test centres. You may please contact us regarding ourcoaching fees including course materials.
8. What is the class timing?Convenient and flexible Morning and Daybatches are available to suit regularcollege students as well as workingprofessionals.Live online classes are customized to thetime zone preferences of both overseasand domestic students.