{"id":3669,"date":"2025-03-21T11:32:42","date_gmt":"2025-03-21T19:32:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcclatchymhstg.wpenginepowered.com\/sabe-careers-education\/?p=3669"},"modified":"2026-06-19T06:35:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T14:35:25","slug":"cma-exam-dates-and-testing-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/cma-exam-dates-and-testing-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"CMA Exam Dates, Testing Windows and Score Releases"},"content":{"rendered":" <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CMA exam isn\u2019t available year-round, so if you\u2019re planning to take it, timing is everything. Pick a date too soon, and you might not be ready. Wait too long, and you risk forgetting what you\u2019ve studied\u2014or worse, losing motivation. In fact, research shows that for every hour after 8 a.m. an exam is scheduled, average scores drop by about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pnas.org\/doi\/10.1073\/pnas.1516947113\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1%<\/a>\u2014equivalent to missing 10 days of school.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, how do you strategically create a &#8220;just right&#8221; study schedule around the CMA exam dates?<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, I break down testing windows, scheduling strategies, and study timing so you can walk into exam day prepared, confident, and ready to pass.<\/p> <p class=\"custom_key wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list custom_underline\"> <li><strong>The CMA Exam Has Set Testing Windows:<\/strong> You can take the exam in January\u2013February, May\u2013June, or September\u2013October.<\/li> <li><strong>Seats Fill Up Quickly:<\/strong> Scheduling early ensures you get your preferred date and location at a Prometric test center.<\/li> <li><strong>Study Time Matters:<\/strong> Most candidates need three to six months per exam part to prepare effectively.<\/li> <li><strong>Practice Exams Help Gauge Readiness:<\/strong> If you\u2019re scoring above 80%, you\u2019re likely ready to take the real thing.<\/li> <li><strong>Results Take Time:<\/strong> Scores are released about six to eight weeks after the testing window closes.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cma-exam-testing-windows-when-can-you-take-the-exam\"><strong>CMA Exam Testing Windows: When Can You Take the Exam?<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CMA exam isn\u2019t available year-round. Instead, it\u2019s offered during three testing windows each year:<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f <strong>January \u2013 February<\/strong><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f <strong>May \u2013 June<\/strong><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f <strong>September \u2013 October<\/strong><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each window lasts for two months, giving you some flexibility in picking a test date. But remember that seats at Prometric test centers can fill up quickly, especially toward the end of each window.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-schedule-your-cma-exam\"><strong>How to Schedule Your CMA Exam<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019ve chosen a testing window, here\u2019s what you need to do:<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-pay-the-cma-entrance-fee\"><strong>1. Pay the CMA Entrance Fee<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before registering for the exam, you must pay the entrance fee and join the <strong>CMA program<\/strong> through the Institute of Management Accountants (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imanet.org\/\">IMA<\/a>).<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Professional Candidates:<\/strong> $300<\/li> <li><strong>Student Candidates:<\/strong> $225<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some CMA review courses (like <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Becker CMA\" href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101l4eyz\/pubref:SB-Becker-CMA-Coupon\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.becker.com%2Fcma-review%2Fcourses\" data-linkid=\"1574\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Becker<\/a>, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Gleim CMA\" href=\"https:\/\/gleim-publications-inc.sjv.io\/PyX6QY\" data-linkid=\"402\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Gleim<\/a>, Surgent, and <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"CMA Exam Academy\" href=\"https:\/\/cmaexamacademy.com\/product\/premium-cma-coaching-combo-part-1-part-2\/ref\/crushingcmasales\/?campaign=SB-CMA-Exam-Academy-Coupon\" data-linkid=\"465\" data-shortcode=\"true\">CMA Exam Academy<\/a>) offer CMA discounts on this investment.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-register-for-the-exam\"><strong>2. Register for the Exam<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, you\u2019ll need to pay the exam fees for each part:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Professional Candidates:<\/strong> $495 per part ($990 total)<\/li> <li><strong>Student Candidates:<\/strong> $370 per part ($740 total)<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can take <strong>both parts in the same testing window<\/strong> or spread them out\u2014it\u2019s up to you.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-schedule-your-exam-appointment\"><strong>3. Schedule Your Exam Appointment<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After registering, you\u2019ll get an authorization email from the IMA. This allows you to schedule your exam at a Prometric test center near you.<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Book early to get the best date and location.<\/li> <li>Consider your study progress before locking in a date.<\/li> <li>Confirm your appointment at least a week before test day to avoid last-minute issues.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-plan-study-time-around-your-exam-date\"><strong>How to Plan Study Time Around Your Exam Date<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Picking an exam date isn\u2019t just about availability; you must also time it right with your study schedule. Here\u2019s how to do it.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-give-yourself-enough-study-time\"><strong>Give Yourself Enough Study Time<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most CMA candidates spend <strong>three to six months<\/strong> preparing for each part. If you\u2019re working full-time, leaning toward the six-month mark is a safer bet.<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Studying 15\u201320 hours weekly for 12\u201316 weeks is a solid plan.<\/li> <li>If you use a CMA exam review course, follow its recommended schedule.<\/li> <li>If you need extra motivation, schedule your exam early in the testing window so you don\u2019t procrastinate.<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tip: Check out my recommended CMA prep courses <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/best-cma-prep-courses\/\">in this comparison<\/a> to see which is right for you.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-plan-around-your-life-not-just-the-exam-dates\"><strong>Plan Around Your Life, Not Just the Exam Dates<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t just look at the testing windows\u2014look at your personal schedule, too.<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>If work is busy during tax season or year-end reporting, avoid scheduling your exam then.<\/li> <li>If you have a big trip or life event coming up, plan your study schedule accordingly.<\/li> <li>Consider spacing out the two parts if you need a break between exams.<\/li> <\/ul> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-practice-exams-to-gauge-readiness\"><strong>Use Practice Exams to Gauge Readiness<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking full-length practice exams will help you figure out if you\u2019re ready. If your scores are consistently below 70%, I\u2019d recommend pushing your exam back.<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Try a practice exam four to six weeks before test day to see where you stand.<\/li> <li>If you\u2019re scoring 80% or higher consistently, you\u2019re in good shape for the real thing.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-scheduling-tips-from-the-pros\"><strong>Scheduling Tips From the Pros<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a CPA, I get the exam process&#8212;I had to schedule, study for, take, and pass <em>four<\/em> exams, after all! However, some tips are specific to CMA scheduling, so I turned to Reddit for the inside scoop. Here&#8217;s what successful test takers have to say about scheduling your exam appointment:<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Want the Last Week in the Testing Window? Book Early!<\/strong><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;When I called Prometric, they said the ICMA testing window&#8217;s last date is June 30th. Hence, there are lot of bookings during that week by CMA candidates.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">u\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/CPA\/comments\/1dae5jm\/comment\/l7k8v1u\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suv1111<\/a><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Keep Your Eyes Peeled for an Open Spot<\/strong><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Keep checking every day. People will drop their appointments or change them when they realize they\u2019re not ready. I\u2019ve gotten test dates I thought were hopeless by checking daily.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">u\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/CPA\/comments\/1dae5jm\/comment\/l7jwvd6\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CageTheFox<\/a><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scheduling Opens 3-4 Months in Advance<\/strong><\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;It is too far. It will usually appear 3-4 months in advance. And new spots can even appear gradually after that, so you will have more options.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">u\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/CMA\/comments\/1gfk5ia\/comment\/lujy9et\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">man11293<\/a><\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cma-exam-results-when-will-you-get-your-score\"><strong>CMA Exam Results: When Will You Get Your Score?<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike college exams, where you get your results pretty quickly, CMA scores take time to process. Here\u2019s when you can expect them:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>\ud83e\ude9f January \u2013 February Window:<\/strong> Scores released in mid-April<\/li> <li><strong>\ud83e\ude9f May \u2013 June Window: <\/strong>Scores released in mid-August<\/li> <li><strong>\ud83e\ude9f September \u2013 October Window:<\/strong> Scores released in mid-December<\/li> <\/ul> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That means if you take your exam early in a window, you\u2019ll still wait a couple of months for your results.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s worth mentioning that the switch from essays to case-based questions may shorten the time to receive results.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-scheduling-mistakes-to-avoid\"><strong>Common Scheduling Mistakes to Avoid<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many CMA candidates run into scheduling issues that could have been avoided. Here are some common mistakes (and how to dodge them):<\/p> <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"CMA exam mistakes when scheduling\" class=\"wp-image-3670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info-280x280.png 280w, https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/03\/CMA-Exam-Dates-info.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure> <ul style=\"padding-left: 1.6em;text-align: left;--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-icon-size: 1.4em;);--ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-spacing: 0px;column-count: 1;--ub-list-mobile-column-count: 1\" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-0c2fc981-58fe-403c-911a-7a9d950d71a1\"> <li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 1.4em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 320 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23cf2e2e&quot; d=&quot;M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-aa058a13-ba39-4123-8d62-d840e6a2e50a\"> <div class=\"ub_list_item_content\"> <span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\"> <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 320 512\"><path fill=\"#cf2e2e\" d=\"M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/span> <span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Waiting too long to schedule your exam \u2192 Testing center seats fill up fast, so book early.<\/span> <\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 1.4em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 320 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23cf2e2e&quot; d=&quot;M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-2d929733-7f46-4db5-9973-865234a4abe8\"> <div class=\"ub_list_item_content\"> <span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\"> <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 320 512\"><path fill=\"#cf2e2e\" d=\"M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/span> <span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Underestimating study time \u2192 Give yourself at least three to six months per part.<\/span> <\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 1.4em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 320 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23cf2e2e&quot; d=&quot;M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-7af6b1dd-05e3-4773-bc64-448d63945270\"> <div class=\"ub_list_item_content\"> <span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\"> <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 320 512\"><path fill=\"#cf2e2e\" d=\"M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/span> <span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Not factoring in personal obligations \u2192 Don\u2019t schedule your exam when you\u2019re overloaded with work or personal commitments.<\/span> <\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 1.4em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 320 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23cf2e2e&quot; d=&quot;M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-281d099c-cf6f-4840-815b-6a181ae79559\"> <div class=\"ub_list_item_content\"> <span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\"> <svg width=\"1.4em\" height=\"1.4em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 320 512\"><path fill=\"#cf2e2e\" d=\"M310.6 150.6c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L160 210.7 54.6 105.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3L114.7 256 9.4 361.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L160 301.3 265.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0s12.5-32.8 0-45.3L205.3 256 310.6 150.6z\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/span> <span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Skipping practice exams \u2192 They\u2019re the best way to know if you\u2019re truly ready.<\/span> <\/div> <\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-plan-smart-pass-confidently\"><strong>Final Thoughts: Plan Smart, Pass Confidently<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scheduling your CMA exam isn\u2019t just about picking a date\u2014it\u2019s about ensuring you\u2019re fully prepared and setting yourself up for success.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quick recap: The best strategy involves planning ahead with testing windows, choosing a &#8220;just right&#8221; study timeframe, booking your exam early, and taking practice exams to assess your exam readiness. Plan smart, and you\u2019ll walk into test day confident and prepared\u2014exactly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/how-to-pass-cma-exam\/\">what you need to pass<\/a>.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2> <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742535236228\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How often is the CMA exam offered?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The CMA exam schedule consists of three specific testing windows: January\u2013February, May\u2013June, and September\u2013October.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742535242509\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I pass the CMA exam in 2 months?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It\u2019s possible but challenging. Most CMA certification candidates need at least three to six months per part, but two months might be enough if you have a strong accounting background and study full-time.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742535254006\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I schedule my CMA exam?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">First, pay the CMA entrance fee and exam fees through the IMA. Then, use your authorization email to book your exam at a Prometric test center.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742535261286\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How many times can you take the CMA exam?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There\u2019s no limit on retakes, but you must pass both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/careers-education\/what-is-the-cma-exam\/\">parts of the CMA exam<\/a> within three years of enrolling in the CMA program, or you\u2019ll need to start over.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742535269520\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is a CMA testing window?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A CMA testing window is a designated two-month period when the exam is available. There are three testing windows each year, so you can plan when to take your exam.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The CMA exam isn\u2019t available year-round, so if you\u2019re planning to take it, timing is everything. Pick a date too soon, and you might not be ready. Wait too long, and you risk forgetting what you\u2019ve studied\u2014or worse, losing motivation. 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