The Executive CMA Program provides experienced business and financial professionals with an efficient, flexible pathway to earning the prestigious CMA designation. This program builds on the excellence and rigorous standards of all our programs, but is tailored to meet the needs of today’s dynamic executive.

Download the CMA Executive Program Brochure

The Executive Program is offered in downtown Vancouver and in Victoria, in partnership with UVic Faculty of Business.  This two-year part-time program consists of two distinct steps:

Year 1: The Foundation Phase

This 42-week technical component covers the core material in an undergraduate program in business and financial management. In this component, candidates expand their knowledge in business areas such as financial reporting, performance management and measurement, taxation, consolidations, financial management, risk management and governance, and strategic management. Modules may include both independent study as well as interactive classroom sessions:

Year 2: The Application Phase

Building on the sound accounting and business skills candidates have acquired through The Foundation Phase and their own practical management experience, the Application Phase – the Strategic Leadership Component equips participants with the best of contemporary and emerging financial strategic management practices used by today's successful enterprises.

The Application Phase, participants learn innovative practices and develop an integrative perspective that embraces both the big picture as well as operational realities. Upon completion of this component, candidates understand the way tools in the area of strategy, management, accounting, operations, marketing, and information technology jointly inform and guide strategic planning and implementation through all phases of a product life cycle.

To be eligible to apply for the Executive Program (ECMA), the following minimum requirements must be met:

• Completion of a recognized degree
• Minimum of 5 years of senior level financial and strategic management experience

The following forms and documentation are required for application:

• CMA Executive Program Application form
• Official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate degree program(s)

Application to the CMA Executive Program is competitive.  Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be required to attend an interview and provide professional references.  Please note that meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

For more information about applying to the Executive Program please contact the following:

Shannon Thompson at shannon@cmabca.com at 604.464.7023. Toll free at: 1.800.663.9646 ext. 7023

Executive Program applicants or candidates please contact the Program Coordinator with any questions: Jennifer Noble at jennifer@cmabc.com or at 604.484.7065.