CIMA - The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants - is a leading membership body that offers an internationally recognised professional qualification in management accountancy, which focuses on accounting for business.

As an organisation CIMA is committed to constant improvement, and its reputation as a professional and regulatory body has ever been stronger. It is increasingly the first choice for students and employers.

CIMA upholds high ethical and professional standards to maintain public confidence in management accountancy.All members and students must adhere to CIMA's ethical guidelines, byelaws and regulations. All CIMA's governance activities - overseen by the Council and its committees - underpin the commitment to maintain the professional standards and competence of our members and students.

In this section you can find out more about CIMA and its history and governance, why it is different,support and offices around the world

SOURCE: CIMA Website

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body for professional accountants. It offers business-relevant, first-choice qualifications to people of application, ability and ambition around the world who seek a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management.

It support 122,000 members and 325,000 students throughout their careers, providing services through a network of 80 offices and centres. Its global infrastructure means that exams and support are delivered - and reputation and influence developed - at a local level, directly benefiting stakeholders wherever they are based, or plan to move to, in pursuit of new career opportunities. Acca focus on professional values, ethics, and governance, and deliver value-added services through 50 global accountancy partnerships, working closely with multinational and small entities to promote global standards and support.

It uses its expertise and experience to work with governments, donor agencies and professional bodies to develop the global accountancy profession and to advance the public interest.

Acca's reputation is grounded in over 100 years of providing world-class accounting and finance qualifications. It's champion opportunity, diversity and integrity, and our long traditions are complemented by modern thinking, backed by a diverse, global membership. By promoting its global standards, and supporting its members wherever they work, Acca aim to meet the current and future needs of international business.

SOURCE: ACCA Website

ABE is committed to offering you qualifications that are relevant, recognised and respected. All its staff support this commitment at all times.

It has a set of values that run through everything they do. They explain how ABE work. They reflect the needs of all its customers - from prospective students to employers.

Professional
ABE always aim to work with businesses, take a professional approach to learning and create the professionals of tomorrow.

Accessible
ABE is global and open to all who have the talent and drive to do well. Its range of business qualifications adds to our accessibility.

Progressive
It keep pace with the fast-moving business world, reflecting the latest and most relevant educational thinking.

Reassuring
ABE is recognised around the world - from the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) in the UK to Ministries of Education and Employers in other countries.

SOURCE: ABE Website

IMIS is known for its focus on the practical issues involved in the application and management of information and communication technologies. These issues are now moving into the forefront of public awareness and debate, demonstrating the importance of the work of the Institute and its members.

The IMIS Examination Syllabus, established in 1978 and unaffiliated with any vendor or industry body, leads to one of the most highly sought after and respected IS professional qualifications in over 50 countries around the world.

SOURCE: IMIS Website