What is the CMA course fee in Dubai?

The CMA course fee at London Institute of Financial Studies (LIFS) in Dubai starts from AED 12,000 for the CMA Only Track. The CMA + IFRS Track is AED 18,000 and the CMA + IFRS + UAE Tax Track is AED 24,000. Early-bird discounts of up to 50% are available. Visit our fees page for the latest pricing.

How long does the CMA course take in Dubai?

The CMA course at LIFS Dubai is a 6-month fast-track program with classes twice a week. Most students complete both Part 1 and Part 2 within 6-9 months. Part 1 covers the first 3 months and Part 2 the next 3 months.

What is the CMA pass rate at LIFS Dubai?

LIFS students achieve a 93.9% CMA pass rate — more than double the global average of approximately 45%. This is due to our structured curriculum, experienced CMA-certified instructors, and our unique Pass-Assure guarantee.

Is the CMA course available online in Dubai?

Yes. LIFS offers live online CMA classes with the same instructors, curriculum, and support as our Dubai campus at Jumeirah Lake Towers. Students from Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and across the GCC regularly join our online cohorts. All sessions are recorded for flexible revision.

What is the CMA certification eligibility in UAE?

To enroll in the CMA program, you need a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of management accounting or financial management experience. You can sit for the exam while completing your experience requirement.

What does the CMA exam syllabus cover?

CMA Part 1 covers Financial Planning, Performance and Analytics: budgeting, forecasting, cost management, internal controls, and technology. CMA Part 2 covers Strategic Financial Management: financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk management, and professional ethics.

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What is the CMA course in Dubai?

The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) course in Dubai is a 6-month fast-track professional certification programme awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), USA. London Institute of Financial Studies (LIFS) is the leading IMA-approved CMA training centre in Dubai, with three offices (Jumeirah Lake Towers in Dubai, Al Khalidiya in Abu Dhabi, and Covent Garden in London) and fully live online classes for students across the UAE and GCC. The CMA covers Financial Planning, Performance & Analytics (Part 1) and Strategic Financial Management (Part 2), with each part assessed via a 4-hour computer-based exam at Prometric centres.

Why is LIFS the #1 CMA institute in Dubai?

93.9% pass rate — more than double the IMA global average of approximately 45%
IMA-approved training centre since 2013 — direct curriculum from the certifying body
15,000+ graduates placed at Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, EY, ADNOC, Emirates Group, FAB, ENBD, Emaar, Mubadala, Aldar, Etihad, and other leading UAE employers
Pass-Assure™ guarantee — free re-enrolment if you do not pass on your first attempt
4.9 / 5 on Google based on 13,676 verified student reviews
Three offices + live online — Dubai JLT, Abu Dhabi Al Khalidiya, London Covent Garden
Triple credential track — only Dubai provider offering CMA + IFRS + UAE Corporate Tax in one programme

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CMA Course Fees in Dubai 2026

LIFS offers three CMA tracks at transparent AED pricing:

CMA Only Track — AED 12,000 — full CMA Part 1 + Part 2 with all study materials, mock exams, and Pass-Assure guarantee.
CMA + IFRS Track — AED 18,000 — adds International Financial Reporting Standards. The most popular package for multinational finance roles in the GCC.
CMA + IFRS + UAE Corporate Tax — AED 24,000 — the elite triple-credential programme covering UAE Corporate Tax 9% computation, FTA filing, free-zone qualifying activities, and transfer pricing.

IMA membership (~USD 245/year) and Prometric exam fees (~USD 460/part) are billed separately by the IMA. Instalment plans are available. View the full fee structure.

CMA Salary in Dubai & the UAE

CMA-certified professionals in Dubai earn approximately AED 9,000–13,000/month at entry level (Financial Analyst), AED 22,000–35,000/month at Finance Manager level, AED 30,000–50,000/month at Financial Controller level, and AED 90,000–150,000+/month at CFO level. The IMA Global Salary Survey 2025 reports CMA holders earn around 58% more globally than non-certified peers. See the full salary breakdown by role, emirate, and experience.

CMA Course in Other UAE Cities

LIFS serves students across the UAE: CMA Course in Abu Dhabi (Kamala Tower, Al Khalidiya) for ADNOC, Mubadala, ADIB, and FAB candidates; CMA Course for Sharjah students (JLT campus + live online); and fully live online CMA Online Course for students anywhere in the GCC.

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Contact LIFS Dubai

London Institute of Financial Studies (LIFS)
Cluster W, Liwa Heights, Office 3507, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai, UAE
Phone: +971 58 958 3070
Email: info@lifsdubai.ae
Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Gulf Standard Time)