BERKELEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, ARTS & SCIENCES - CIMA Fast-Track Paris, France

Overview

The CIMA qualification is a prestigious professional certification awarded by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). It is designed for finance and business professionals who aspire to develop expertise in management accounting, financial strategy, risk management, and organizational performance, preparing them for leadership roles in today's competitive business environment.

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The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Founded in 1919 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, CIMA is a globally respected professional body dedicated to advancing management accounting and finance professionals across industries and sectors.

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In 2017, AICPA and CIMA established a powerful international alliance to strengthen the accounting and finance profession worldwide. As of 2025, AICPA & CIMA represent more than 580,000 members, candidates, and registrants across 150 countries and territories.

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The CIMA Fast-Track in Paris, France provides an accelerated pathway for qualified finance, accounting, and business professionals to achieve the globally recognized CIMA qualification. Based on their academic background and professional experience, eligible candidates may receive exemptions from up to 15 of the 16 CIMA examinations.

As a result, candidates are generally required to complete only the Strategic Case Study Examination (SCS), the final assessment of the CIMA Professional Qualification. This streamlined route enables professionals to accelerate their progression toward becoming a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) while strengthening their expertise in strategic management, financial leadership, risk management, and business decision-making.

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Upon successful completion of this examination and successful membership application, you will become CIMA Qualified and earn the titles:

‣ Associate / Fellow Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA/FCMA)
‣ Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) is the professional global designation common between the CIMA (UK) and the AICPA (USA) Members.

Example: You will be writing your name as YOUR NAME (ACMA, CGMA) or YOUR NAME (FCMA, CGMA).

What is the eligibility?

Open to accounting and finance professionals in Paris, France, including accountants, finance managers, finance specialists, account managers, and auditors with five or more years of managerial experience. Through Berkeley Middle East, eligible professionals can access the CIMA Fast-Track pathway and accelerate their progression towards globally recognized management accounting, strategic finance, and business leadership credentials.

Who can do?

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Managing Performance, Advanced Management Accounting, Advanced Financial Reporting, Strategic Management, Risk Management, Financial Strategy.

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Accountants, Finance Managers, Business Analysts, Finance Specialists, Controllers, Accounting Professionals, Corporate Executives, CFOs, Budget Managers, Planning & Strategy Professionals, Risk Managers, Auditors.

Course structure

Under the CIMA Fast-Track pathway offered by Berkeley Middle East in Paris, France, eligible candidates may receive exemptions from 15 of the 16 CIMA examinations, subject to their academic qualifications and professional experience profile. Candidates are required to complete only the Strategic Case Study Examination, the final assessment necessary to achieve the CIMA qualification and advance towards globally recognized management accounting and finance leadership credentials.

Certification Level

BA1: Fundamentals of Business Economics – EXEMPTED

BA2: Fundamentals of Management Accounting – EXEMPTED

BA3: Fundamentals of Financial Accounting – EXEMPTED

BA4: Fundamentals of Ethics, Corporate Governance and Business Law – EXEMPTED

Through the CIMA Fast-Track pathway offered by Berkeley Middle East in Paris, France, eligible candidates may receive exemptions from all Certificate Level subjects based on their academic qualifications and professional experience, enabling a faster route towards the CIMA qualification.

Operational Level

E1: Managing Finance in a Digital World – EXEMPTED

P1: Management Accounting – EXEMPTED

F1: Financial Reporting – EXEMPTED

Operational Case Study – EXEMPTED

Through the CIMA Fast-Track pathway offered by Berkeley Middle East in Paris, France, eligible candidates may receive exemptions from all Operational Level examinations and the Operational Case Study, subject to their academic qualifications and professional experience. This enables professionals to accelerate their progression towards the final stage of the CIMA qualification.

Management Level

E2: Managing Performance – EXEMPTED

P2: Advanced Management Accounting – EXEMPTED

F2: Advanced Financial Reporting – EXEMPTED

Management Case Study – EXEMPTED

Under the CIMA Fast-Track pathway offered by Berkeley Middle East in Paris, France, eligible candidates may receive exemptions from all Management Level subjects and the Management Case Study examination, subject to their academic qualifications and professional experience profile. These exemptions provide a streamlined route towards completing the remaining requirements for the CIMA qualification.

Strategic Level

E3: Strategic Management – EXEMPTED

P3: Risk Management – EXEMPTED

F3: Financial Strategy – EXEMPTED

Strategic Case Study – THIS EXAM NEEDS TO BE ATTEMPTED

Under the CIMA Fast-Track pathway offered by Berkeley Middle East in Paris, France, eligible candidates may receive exemptions from all Strategic Level objective tests, subject to their academic qualifications and professional experience profile. Candidates are required to attempt and successfully pass the Strategic Case Study Examination, which serves as the final assessment leading to the CIMA qualification and the prestigious ACMA and CGMA designations.

Learning Methodology

Berkeley offers expertly developed learning materials tailored to meet participants' needs, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the syllabus and optimal exam preparation.

‣ Tailored Material: Guides are designed to cover the entire syllabus, offering full preparation and deep understanding.

‣ In-Depth Content: Unlike superficial outlines, our materials provide fully developed theories and concepts, equipping participants with complete knowledge.

‣ Strategic Study: We help participants prioritize study time by indicating the weight of each topic, allowing efficient focus on crucial areas.

‣ Difficulty Levels: Topics are labelled as "Awareness" or "Proficiency," guiding participants to allocate time based on the required depth of knowledge.

‣ Comprehensive Coverage: Our materials include detailed theory and a glossary of technical terms to clarify complex concepts.

‣ Effective Learning Techniques: Visual aids and memorization techniques ensure long-lasting retention, helping candidates succeed.

Berkeley's methodologies equip participants with the essential knowledge and tools for both examinations and future success.

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▸ Educational Discounts: Enjoy a 20% discount on open-enrolment programmes and gain access to workshops focused on emerging industry trends.

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Success Stories

“As a strong advocate for education and human development, I commend Berkeley for its exceptional commitment to empowering future leaders. The institution stands as a symbol of excellence, innovation, and opportunity. Students who walk its halls are nurtured with knowledge, values, and vision, qualities that contribute to building a stronger and more prosperous future for our nation.”

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Berkeley Middle East Performance Standards

Berkeley Middle East continuously evaluates and maintains the quality of its CIMA Fast-Track training programme in Paris, France, together with all associated learning resources and participant support services. Programme quality is assessed through the following key indicators:

‣ Instructors’ professional experience, industry expertise, and effectiveness in delivering and explaining advanced management accounting, strategic finance, and business leadership concepts.

‣ Variety and balance of teaching methodologies, including interactive discussions, case studies, practice sessions, mock examinations, and multimedia learning resources, to support knowledge retention and achievement of learning outcomes.

‣ Level of participant engagement, interaction, collaboration, and contribution throughout the programme.

‣ Feedback, satisfaction ratings, and learning experience evaluations received from programme participants.

‣ Full alignment with CIMA standards, examination preparation requirements, study guidelines, and recommended learning methodologies.

‣ Continuous monitoring through progress reports, performance assessments, and academic support provided by Berkeley Middle East to help participants remain on track for success in the Strategic Case Study Examination and achievement of the CIMA qualification.