The accounting profession is evolving rapidly, with global connectivity and cross-border expertise becoming essential for success. To help members stay ahead in this competitive landscape, the Hong Kong Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have joined forces in a milestone collaboration.
This partnership, launched in celebration of CIMA Hong Kong’s 60th anniversary, offers HKICPA and CIMA members exclusive incentives to strengthen their credentials and gain access to a worldwide network of management accounting professionals.
Stephen Law, President of the HKICPA (left) and Guru Balasubramaniam, Chairman of the CIMA Hong Kong SAR Area Committee (right).
The agreement
Under the partnership, HKICPA members can enrol in CIMA’s programme under the Mutual Examination Paper Exemption (MEPE) arrangement and enjoy a £150 discount on the HKICPA-CGMA Programme package fee. This package covers the registration fee, subscription fee, Strategic Case Study (SCS) exam preparatory workshop and SCS exam fee (Retake fees not included).
Meanwhile, CIMA members registering for the HKICPA’s Qualification Programme (QP) will receive a waiver of the assessment fee, valued at HK$1,650. This special offer is valid until 31 March 2026.
To qualify for the incentives, HKICPA members must hold HKICPA membership and meet the eligibility criteria under the MEPE agreement. They must also enrol in CIMA’s programme under the MEPE arrangement.
Why you should take advantage
This collaboration offers HKICPA members the opportunity to earn the globally recognized Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation, complementing their existing CPA credentials. By joining CIMA, members gain access to an international network of management accounting professionals and resources that support career growth across borders.
For CIMA members, joining HKICPA enhances professional recognition in Hong Kong and provides access to technical updates, practical guidance, and training resources. HKICPA membership also permits the use of the “CPA” designation locally, opening doors to new opportunities in one of Asia’s most dynamic markets.
Establishing an international network of professionals
This partnership between the HKICPA and CIMA reflects a shared commitment to fostering professional excellence and creating a more interconnected accounting community. By leveraging the strengths of both organizations, members can expand their credentials, networks, and career prospects in an increasingly competitive global landscape.
“Our collaboration with CIMA is designed to open doors, linking HKICPA members to a global management accounting community and the CGMA designation.”
Stephen Law, President of the HKICPA, says this partnership offers our members an important pathway to complement their HKICPA credentials with the globally recognized CGMA designation under the MEPE arrangement.
“Our collaboration with CIMA is designed to open doors, linking HKICPA members to a global management accounting community and the CGMA designation. It complements the strengths of our profession in Hong Kong while creating new pathways for growth and mobility. As the environment evolves with sustainability reporting, data-driven decision-making, and artificial intelligence, partnerships like this ensure our members have the skills and networks to stay ahead. We are proud to work with CIMA to empower our community to seize opportunities today and shape the profession of tomorrow.”
“We are proud that this collaboration enables us to support finance professionals to realize their potential and achieve their career goals.”
Guru Balasubramaniam, Chairman of the CIMA Hong Kong SAR Area Committee, says this partnership reaffirms CIMA’s commitment to developing highly skilled finance talent and advancing the profession in Hong Kong.
“We are proud that this collaboration enables us to support finance professionals to realize their potential and achieve their career goals. It represents an important step in driving professional excellence, developing future talent, and strengthening global connectivity in Hong Kong.”
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your professional standing. Apply now and take advantage of these exclusive incentives before 31 March 2026.
For details on the MEPE arrangement and application instructions, visit the CIMA webpage.
