Course Description
The Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)™ designation is a distinguished credential for management accountants and financial professionals, emphasizing expertise in financial management, strategic management, and business leadership. Jointly awarded by the AICPA and CIMA, the CGMA™ certification requires passing rigorous exams and obtaining relevant work experience. CGMA™ are recognized for their ability to drive business success through strategic financial insights and ethical practices on a global scale.
Detailed Learning Outcomes
By earning the Project Management Certification (PMC), candidates demonstrate the ability to:
Module 1 - Accounting
- Develop effective communication skills to foster clear, open, and respectful interactions with team members.
- Enhance leadership abilities to inspire, motivate, and guide employees toward achieving organizational goals.
- Implement performance management techniques, including setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and conducting performance reviews.
- Promote team collaboration and conflict resolution by creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued.
- Focus on employee development through training, mentoring, and career growth opportunities to retain talent and enhance productivity.
Module 2 - Budgets and Managing Money
- Introduction
- Finance Jeopardy
- The Fundamentals of Finance
- The Basics of Budgeting
- Parts of a Budget
- The Budgeting Process
- Budgeting Tips and Tricks
- Monitoring and Managing Budgets
- Crunching the Numbers
- Getting Your Budget Approved
- Comparing Investment Opportunities
- ISO 9001:2008
- Directing the Peerless Data Corporation
Module 3 - Accounting - Merchandising Transactions
- Merchandising Transactions
- Gross Selling Price
- Returns and Allowances
- Cost of Goods Sold
- Classified Income Statement
Module 4 - Measuring and Reporting Inventory
- Merchandise Inventory
- Determining Inventory Costs
- Four Inventory Costing Methods
- Pro’s and Con’s of the Four Costing Methods
- Journal Entries for the Peretual Inventory Procedure
- Departures from Cost Basis for Inventory Measurement
Module 5 - Accounting - Control and Monitoring of Cash Assessment
- Control of Cash
- Internal Contols
- Controling Cash
- The Bank Checking Account
- Bank Reconcilliation
- Petty Cash Fund
Module 6 - Accounting - Receivables and Payables
- Accounts Receivable
- Uncollectable Accounts
- Write-offs and Recoveries
- Current Liabilities
- Notes Receivable and Note Payable
- Short Term Financing through Notes Payable
Module 7 - Adjustments for Financial Reporting
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- Cash versus Accrual Basis Accounting
- Classes and Types of Adjusting Entries
- Adjustments for Deferred Items - Expenses
- Adjustments for Deferred Items - Depreciation
- Adjustments for Accrued Items
Module 8 - Accounting and Its Use in Business Decisions
- The Accounting Environment
- Accounting Defined
- Overview of Accounting
- Financial Statements of Business Organizations
- The Financial Accounting Process
- How Transactions Affect Income Statements and Balance Sheets
- Dividends and Equity Ratios
- Corporate versus Sole Proprietorship or Partnership Accounting
Module 9 - Recording Business Transactions in Accounting
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- The Account and Rules of Debit and Credit
- Recording the Transactions
- The Accounting Cycle
- The Accounting Process in Operation
- Analyzing and Using the Financial Results
- The Use of Ledger Accounts
Module 10 - Completing the Accounting Cycle
- The Work Sheet
- Preparation of Financial Statements from the Work Sheet
- Accounting Systems: From Manual to Computerized
- The Closing Process
- A Classified Balance Sheet
- Analysis-Current Ratio
Module 11 - Accounting Theory
- Traditional Accounting Theory
- Major Principles
- Modifying Conventions
- Objectives of Financial Statements
- Basic Elements of Financial Statements
Module 12 - Financial Topics
- Foundation 1
- Foundation 2
- Checking Accounts
- Short Term Savings
- Credit
- Summary
- Foundation 3
- Money Management
- Matching Product
- Comparision with Cash Management
- Emergency Fund
- Managing Debt
- Insurance and Protection
- Employee Wages
- Employee Benefits
- Stock and Commodities Markets
- Inflation
- Homeowners Insurance
- Taxation
- Shares and Bonds
Certification Validity & Renewal
The Project Management Certification (PMC) issued by GIPMC is valid for three (3) years from the date of certification award.
Renewal is designed to:
- Maintain professional credibility
- Ensure continued alignment with modern project practices
- Protect the long-term value of the certification
Renewal Process Includes:
- Completion of defined continuing professional development or knowledge refresh requirements
- Successful renewal assessment or verification, as applicable
- Submission of renewal application before certification expiry
Timely renewal allows professionals to retain active certification status without interruption.
