CIMA Professional Strategic Malaysia

Entry requirements

To start CIMA's CGMA Strategic level, you first need to pass or be exempt from CIMA's CGMA Professional Operational and Management Levels, as well as the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting.

There is a list of CIMA exemptions online on the official AICPA & CIMA website. We recommend applying for any exemptions before you begin your course with Kaplan.

CIMA's CGMA Professional Strategic modules

CIMA's CGMA Professional Strategic level consists of three Objective Test subjects and one Case Study. By completing this level, you'll gain the ability to support organisational leaders in strategic planning, risk management, valuation, and resource acquisition.

Subjects (4)

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Strategic Management (E3)

Essential

You’ll develop your skills and abilities to become an effective leader, so you’re able to both formulate strategy and to create the conditions for successful strategy implementation.

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From US $ 810.00

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From US $ 88/month

Risk Management (P3)

Essential

You’ll learn how to specify and manage risks that could affect a company’s strategies. You’ll gain the skills to apply techniques used in risk management and understand how the oversight of risks is critical to the governance of the organisation.

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From US $ 810.00

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Financial Strategy (F3)

Essential

You’ll gain the understanding of the different strategic financial objectives and policy options that are open to organisations and the factors that influence them.

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From US $ 694.01

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From US $ 88/month

Strategic Case Study (SCS)

Essential

You’ll be tested on your overall knowledge of E3, P3, and F3. Using the skills gained during the level, you’ll resolve issues that a management accountant may come across at work.

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From US $ 1022.00

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From US $ 88/month

CIMA's CGMA Professional Strategic Exams

You must pass all three Objective Tests before moving on to CIMA's CGMA Strategic case study exam. The Objective Tests are computer-based and last 90 minutes each. You can sit these exams in any order and at any time of the year.

The Case Study exam tests what you've learned overall at this level, testing your research, analysis, persuasion and communication skills. This CIMA exam is three hours long and computer-based. You can sit the exam in four windows throughout the year (February, May, August, and November).

The exam is based on a pre-seen case study released seven weeks in advance. This pre-seen is applicable for two sittings, one pre-seen for May and August and another for November and February.

How Long Does It Take to Pass CIMA’s CGMA Professional Strategic Level?

Learners typically take 12 months to complete CIMA’s CGMA Professional Strategic Level. This timeframe can vary depending on how many hours you can commit to your studies.

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Why Do Malaysian Learners Study with Kaplan?

Kaplan is the only CIMA-approved training provider in Malaysia, which means we're trusted time after time again to help learners in the country complete their CIMA qualifications.

Not only are Kaplan's pass rates consistently 27% above the global average,* but we're also been the winner of the prestigious CIMA Global Pass Rate Excellence Award for three consecutive years.

Unlike other learning providers, everything you need to pass CIMA's exam the first time is included in the price of your CIMA course fees. This makes our award-winning courses great value for money, especially since those who are members of the MIA also receive a 10% discount on Kaplan's Live Online classes.

You can also pay for your CGMA Professional Strategic level course in a way that's best for you, choosing from three affordable payment plans: monthly, every 3 months, or every 12 months. Better yet, our courses are also 100% claimable via the HRD Corp**

Kaplan's learners are taught by lecturers with years of experience in the industry, meaning you get to learn from those at the top of their field from wherever you are in Malaysia. You can also contact our academic support team 7 days a week through Live Chat or email, whether you want help with your CIMA exam, specific test feedback, or any other support for your course.

*Kaplan's Case Study pass rates versus the global average pass rate of 64%, across all levels in 2023. Valid as of March 2024.

**Terms and conditions apply.

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High pass rates

Not only are Kaplan’s pass rates consistently 27% above the global average,* but we’re also been the winner of the prestigious CIMA Global Pass Rate Excellence Award for three consecutive years.

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Value for money

Unlike other learning providers, everything you need to pass CIMA’s exam the first time is included in the price of your CIMA course fees. This makes our award-winning courses great value for money, especially since those who are members of the MIA also receive a 10% discount on Kaplan’s Live Online classes.

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Affordable payment plans

You can also pay for your CGMA Professional Strategic level course in a way that's best for you, choosing from three affordable payment plans: monthly, every 3 months, or every 12 months. Better yet, our courses are also 100% claimable via the HRD Corp**

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Excellent tutor support

Kaplan’s learners are taught by lecturers with years of experience in the industry, meaning you get to learn from those at the top of their field from wherever you are in Malaysia. You can also contact our academic support team 7 days a week through Live Chat or email, whether you want help with your CIMA exam, specific test feedback, or any other support for your course.

*Kaplan’s Case Study pass rates versus the global average pass rate of 64%, across all levels in 2023. Valid as of March 2024.

**Terms and conditions apply.

Kaplan's Study Materials

All our learners receive a set of comprehensive CIMA study materials included in the price of their Professional Strategic course. Kaplan is the only official CIMA publisher in Malaysia, meaning we're experts in creating learning resources that prepare you to pass CIMA's exams the first time.

Live Online learners receive different materials than those studying OnDemand. Similarly, those completing Kaplan’s Objective Test courses for this level will receive different resources than those completing a Case Study course.

The learning materials included with Kaplan's Objective Test courses are:

Digital Study Text powered by BibliU
Access worked activities and examples through a fully interactive digital textbook covering CIMA’s full CGMA Strategic level.
Integrated Workbook
Use this key revision resource as a guide through your online course, with pointers on when and how to use your other study materials.

Live Online courses: a printed version and a standard digital PDF version.
OnDemand courses: a standard digital PDF version.

Study modules
Progress through CIMA's CGMA syllabus with engaging online modules containing bite-sized tutor-led lectures.
Application modules
Deepen your understanding of key concepts and learn how to apply them to practical situations with application modules.
Study programme
View an outline of your course and the recommended study pace with a study programme. There is a customisable version available for OnDemand learners.

For Live Online your study programme is accessed on MyKaplan and is integrated into your course.
For OnDemand, the study programme outlines the recommended weekly pace, however, there is a customisable version available if you wish to study at your own pace.

Revision cards
Learn on-the-go with pocket-sized flashcards, full of concise explanations of essential topics.

Live Online courses: a printed version and a standard digital PDF version
OnDemand courses: a standard digital PDF version

Digital Exam Kit powered by BibliU
est your knowledge and prepare for CIMA's exams with Kaplan's interactive digital exam kit containing exam-style questions.

The following materials are included in Kaplan's Case Study courses

Digital Study Text powered by Bibliu
View worked activities and examples in this fully interactive digital textbook which covers CIMA's full CGMA Strategic syllabus.
Familiarisation and Practice Workbook
Practice for your CIMA exam and familiarise yourself with its format using Kaplan's workbook based on the case study. This resource contains ethical considerations, key issues, and information on how to prioritise and plan your answer. This is printed for Live Online learners and an online PDF only for OnDemand learners, however, you can download it and print it out.
Case analysis video
Explore pre-seen material on CIMA's CGMA strategic case study with tutor-led video explanations, highlighting the key points and potential examinable topics..
Technical recap modules and notes
Review how key syllabus areas could be examined in the Case Study exam with technical recordings and notes.

OnDemand learners will have access to online PDF materials and will have the option to buy hard-copy materials.

Mock exams and testing

Learners completing CIMA's CGMA Professional Strategic Level with Kaplan will be regularly tested throughout the course. This ensures you go into your CIMA exam confident and ready to succeed.

Those completing Kaplan’s Objective Test course will be tested through:

Knowledge checks
Regular knowledge checks are used to assess your understanding of key topics before you progress to the next one.
Consolidation test
A 40-question consolidation test lets you test your progress through CIMA's CGMA syllabus, so you can identify any tricky topics ahead of time.
Progress test
This exam standard test is used to highlight any areas for improvement, great for refocusing your revision plan.
Test yourself
Kaplan's online question bank is full of sample test questions, allowing you to create your own test that specifically targets your weak spots.
Mock exams
Two mock exams allow you to practice and sharpen your exam technique before the real exam.
Those completing Kaplan's Case Study courses will be tested with a written exam based on a business scenario. Learners will receive Kaplan’s resources specially designed to match the feel of the real Case Study:
- Three mock exams based on the live case, all individually marked.
- A recorded debrief of the mocks so you can understand the best way to tackle the real exam going forward.

Further Learning Materials

Malaysian learners can also purchase further CIMA materials at the Kaplan online bookstore. Delivery in Malaysia costs RM60 and will take 3 to 5 working days*

*subject to availability

Delivery charges apply to all OnDemand and Live Online courses which include printed materials. If delivery charges are applicable for your course, they will be shown during the online checkout process, before you complete your payment details.

Study Flexibly with Kaplan

Malaysian learners can complete CIMA's qualifications around existing commitments and responsibilities with Kaplan's two flexible study methods, designed specifically with remote learning in mind. Become CGMA qualified from wherever you are in Malaysia through our Live Online and OnDemand study packages:

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Live Online

Our Live Online CIMA courses mix the best of traditional classroom learning with the flexibility of being able to join the sessions fully remotely. Study for CIMA's CGMA Professional Strategic Level alongside other learners from around the world, and work through the syllabus in real time supported by our online academic tutor team.

View the CIMA Live Online Timetable for Malaysian learners.

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OnDemand

Study at a pace that suits you with Kaplan’s OnDemand courses. This is the most flexible way to complete CIMA’s CGMA Professional Strategic Level in Malaysia. Make your way through the syllabus in your own time, supported with unique learning materials designed to motivate you and prepare you for your final exam. OnDemand learners also have contact with our academic support team, who are available to help when you need it.

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Course overview

Timetables and study methods

Study methods available for this level

Live Online

The benefits of a traditional classroom but with the flexibility of an online environment. Live interactive classes at a scheduled time delivered by expert lecturers following the same exam focused material and structure as traditional classroom courses.

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OnDemand

OnDemand gives you the flexibility to study when and where you want, with unique online resources designed to give you structure, keep you motivated, and cement your understanding of the subject.

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Exams and sittings

CIMA's Certificate in Business Accounting assessments are on demand objective tests which can be sat at any time throughout the year. You can sit these in any order but you must have completed all 4 assessments before you can move on to the Professional Qualification. The exams are 2 hours long and are computer based. At the end of the exam you will be given a provisional pass/fail result which will then be confirmed on your MY CIMA account within 48 hours.

Study materials and delivery costs

Your study materials, reimagined

Our Study Text and Exam Kit are now provided as interactive digital resources that will support you with your studies and feature tools designed to complement your learning. Not only will you be able to highlight, note-take and search in seconds, but complicated terms will be simply explained with a dictionary at your fingertips, these resources are accessible anywhere, anytime, and on any device through Bibliu.

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Our materials are CIMA's only official study materials that cover the full syllabus and are reviewed and approved by CIMA faculty, so you can be sure they include everything you need to know.

Digital Study Text powered by Bibliu

A fully interactive digital eBook textbook covering the full subject syllabus with worked examples and activities.

Integrated Workbook

A key resource for your studies, it guides you through the syllabus and details when to use your other study resources. Includes space to add handwritten notes.

Live Online courses: a printed version.

OnDemand courses: a standard digital PDF version.

Revision Cards

These are brief notes on the essential topics from the syllabus and being pocket sized, they are handy for taking out and about with you.

Live Online courses: a printed version.

OnDemand courses: a digital version.

Digital Exam Practice Kit powered by Bibliu

The interactive digital exam kit includes exam style questions and answers so you can test your knowledge.

Integrated study programme

Built into the course providing guidance on what to do, and when.

eLearning modules

Interactive tutor-led video modules that teach the whole syllabus and extend learning via tricky topic tutorials.

To buy the materials separately

You can buy CIMA's official books for each subject on this level.

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Delivery costs

How much it costs to deliver your study materials and how long it takes depends on where in the world you live.

Delivery fees are as follows:
Malaysia - RM60
Rest of Asia/America - $47
All other countries - €40

Please note that due to varying interpretations of the post-Brexit EU/UK trading agreement, some EU countries are imposing import duty on the value of the goods received from the UK. It is payable by the end consumer via the delivery company and your delivery may be withheld until paid. This may vary from country to country and be up to a value of 20% of the value of the study material.

Our standard delivery times are:
Malaysia - 3 to 5 working days*
EU – 5 to 7 working days*
Rest of the World – 7 to 10 working days*
*Subject to availability

Delivery charges apply to one-time buy Live Online courses, as they include a selection of printed materials. If delivery charges are applicable for your course, they will be shown during the online checkout process, before you complete your payment details.

Tutor support

We’ll support you every step of the way throughout your learning experience with us. You can contact a tutor and get the help you need quickly and easily.

Provided by our Academic Support team (our dedicated team of expert tutors):

LiveChat (instant feedback)
Email (we'll get back to you within 4 hrs)
Discussion Forum and online community (we’ll get back to you within 4 hrs)

Testing and mocks

As part of your course you will get access to various tests and mocks on MyKaplan which will help you to prepare for your exams. These include:

Knowledge Checks

These tests are placed throughout your course to check your understanding of a topic before you move on to the next one.

Test Yourself

Use these banks of questions to build your own tests, choosing the subject areas, number of questions and whether to have a time limit.

Mock Exams

Your two mock exams which have the same look and feel as the real exam, will be at the end of your course so you can use these to do final revision and exam practice just before you sit your exam.

MyKaplan: online learning environment

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MyKaplan is an online learning portal with practical resources to help you prepare for your exams.

Online features

View your online materials in one place and access your content in a few clicks
Contact a tutor directly using live chat or email
Complete tests and get instant feedback
Take part in forum discussions with students and tutors and find answers to common questions
Access on mobile, tablet, computer or through the dedicated mobile app

Access duration

Your chosen study method determines how long you can access your content for. All extensions are for existing content and do not include any updated content.