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The CMA Show: Real Stories of Successful Management Accountants and How You Can Replicate Their Success

Welcome to The CMA Show! In every episode we go inside the minds of the most successful Management Accountants i.e. CFOs, Corporate Controllers, VPs of Finance so you can learn how to move up the ranks just like they did. You'll learn the aha moments that led them to where they are today, lessons learned along their career trajectory, and how you can replicate their success. The show is sponsored by CMA Exam Academy, the instructor-led prep course helping professionals around the world pass the exam and earn their Certified Management Accountant designation.
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Dec 20, 2019

In this episode, I break down the 10 steps you must follow to become a CMA in 2020. As we enter a new decade, the job market will become even more competitive. A great way to stand out is to earn your CMA designation. By following my 10 steps, you can earn yours in as little as 8 months.


RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Get a free copy of the Ultimate Guide to the CMA Exam ebook:
http://bit.ly/2sAmzmP

Ask Nathan questions for next week's episode. You'll be featured and get all your questions answered:
http://bit.ly/2n1PVYT

More information about the CMA designation:
http://bit.ly/37ZR0Dg

IMA Growth Report:
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ima-achieves-significant-global-growth-and-career-value-in-fiscal-year-2019-300968506.html


CMA EXAM COACHING:
Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0


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Dec 11, 2019

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing another past student of mine, Keith Lewis. Keith prepared for the exam and passed on his first attempt after completing the CMA Exam Academy program. In addition to sharing his journey to the CMA designation, Keith will show you how to craft your unique value proposition to not only find career fulfillment but also increase your earning potential. This episode is packed with actionable value bombs that you won't want to miss out on.


RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Get a free copy of the Ultimate Guide to the CMA Exam ebook:
http://bit.ly/2sAmzmP

Ask Nathan questions for next week's episode. You'll be featured and get all your questions answered:
http://bit.ly/2n1PVYT

More information about the CMA designation:
http://bit.ly/37ZR0Dg

Keith Lewis' LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithlewiscma/

Greater Philadelphia IMA chapter:
https://greaterphilly.imanet.org/aboutchapter/chapterboard


CMA EXAM COACHING:
Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0


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Nov 20, 2019

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a past student of mine, Lukas. He prepared for the exam and passed on his first attempt after completing the CMA Exam Academy program. Lukas shares his journey with us including wins, challenges, set backs and how he was able to successfully juggle work, family, exam prep and everything in between.


RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Get a free copy of the Ultimate Guide to the CMA Exam ebook:
http://bit.ly/2sAmzmP

Ask Nathan questions for next week's episode. You'll be featured and get all your questions answered:
http://bit.ly/2n1PVYT

More information about the CMA designation:
http://bit.ly/37ZR0Dg

Lukas Sundahl's LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukasnsundahl/


CMA EXAM COACHING:
Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0


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Oct 23, 2019

In today's episode, I have the pleasure and honor to interview the Sr. Vice President of the Institute of Management Accountants, Dennis Whitney. We talk about the exam changes coming in 2020, why the changes, and how you can prepare to pass this rigorous exam on your first attempt and earn your CMA designation. Listen in to discover this and much more.


RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Get a free copy of the Ultimate Guide to the CMA Exam ebook:
https://cmaexamacademy.com/ebook

Ask Nathan questions for next week's episode. You'll be featured and get all your questions answered:
http://bit.ly/2n1PVYT

More information about the CMA designation:
https://www.imanet.org/certification

Dennis Whitney's email if you have questions for him:
dwhitney@imanet.org


CMA EXAM COACHING: Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0


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Oct 9, 2019

Rehnuma passed both parts of the CMA exam on her first attempt and is coming on the show to share her journey with us. You'll discover how she did it and how you can replicate her success. After becoming a CMA, she got a better job and job offers continue to pour in. You'll be truly inspired by this week's episode.


RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

  1. Get a free copy of the Ultimate Guide to the CMA Exam ebook:
    https://cmaexamacademy.com/ebook
  2. Ask Nathan questions for next week's episode. You'll be featured and get all your questions answered:
    http://bit.ly/2n1PVYT
  3. Rehnuma's LinkedIn Profile:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/rehnuma-mahbub-931b24184/

CMA EXAM COACHING: Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0


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Oct 2, 2019

Passing the CMA exam requires candidates to answer 100 multiple-choice questions within 3 hours. Seems impossible? It sure is difficult but not impossible. In today's episode, I'm going to share a recording of a coaching call I had with the students of my Academy. We'll go over best strategies to tackle all 100 MCQs, and also go over individual questions and challenges.

RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:

Get a free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet here:
http://bit.ly/2VLChpa


CMA EXAM COACHING: Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0


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Listen to The CMA Show PODCAST here:
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Sep 18, 2019

CMA PART 2 - YOUR SYLLABUS IN A NUTSHELL // Are you ready to study for the CMA exam part 2? First, you need to understand what the CMA Part 2 syllabus includes so you study only the US cma syllabus. The CMA exam has an average global pass rate of 35% so make sure your CMA exam prep covers every single topic of the CMA Part 2 syllabus. Moreover, with the right CMA study plan you’ll not only pass your CMA Part 2 exam but also become a Certified Management Accountant.

 

There are several CMA certifications around the world. Don’t be confused by all of them. The US CMA or like others like to call it, CMA US, is the only certification recognized worldwide and the one I focus on.

 

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Get a free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet here:

Best CMA exam study technique:

CMA EXAM COACHING: Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here:

 

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Sep 11, 2019

CMA PART 1 - YOUR SYLLABUS DEMYSTIFIED // Are you ready to study for the CMA exam part 1? First, you need to understand what the CMA Part 1 syllabus includes so you study only the US cma syllabus. The CMA exam has an average global pass rate of 35% so make sure your CMA exam prep covers every single topic of the CMA Part 1 syllabus. Moreover, with the right CMA study plan you’ll not only pass your CMA Part 1 exam but also become a Certified Management Accountant.

 

There are several CMA certifications around the world. Don’t be confused by all of them. The US CMA or like others like to call it, CMA US, is the only certification recognized worldwide and the one I focus on.

 

RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:

 

Get a free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet here:
http://bit.ly/2VLChpa

 

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CMA EXAM COACHING: Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here: http://bit.ly/2MiHPX0

 

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Sep 4, 2019

CMA EXAM FEES PLUS IMA MEMBERSHIP - DON’T OVERPAY // Wonder what the CMA exam fees consist of? In order to take your CMA exam, you’ll need to cover a number of IMA CMA fees including your IMA membership fees and US-CMA exam fees all payable directly to the IMA. In this video you’ll discover the overall CMA exam cost plus IMA fees required to become a Certified Management Accountant.

 

Taking the Certified Management Accountant exam is not cheap but the benefits completely outweigh the cost in the long run. I feel honored to be your CMA Coach today and guide you through the complexity of paying for Certified Management Accountant exam fees.

 

RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:

 

Get a free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet here

 

EXAM COACHING: Want to pass your CMA exam on your first attempt? CMA Exam Academy is accepting new students who are seriously ready to become CMAs. Nathan Liao (aka the CMA Coach) has coached over 35,000 CMA candidates who came knocking at his door seeking guidance. And just like them, Nathan is here to show you how you can also pass the CMA exam on your first attempt without wasting money or time. For details, click here:

 

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Aug 28, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA) EXAM 2020 - MAJOR CHANGES ARE COMING // Did you know there are major CMA exam changes coming in 2020? Don’t fret. As your CMA Coach, I’m here to show you how these changes will affect your CMA exam preparation for 2020.

 

At CMA Exam Academy, we are already working on these changes so I’m intimately aware of what’s coming in 2020 and I’m ready to show you in this video.

 

Send Me Your Questions: www.cmaexamacademy.com/podcasts

 

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Aug 21, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA) EXAM QUESTIONS - HOW TO SCORE THE MOST POINTS // Need tips on CMA exam questions? I’ve got the best CMA exam tips to help you pass the Certified Management Accountant exam and become a CMA.

 

During your CMA exam preparation, it’s key to learn how to tackle questions in a way that’ll get you the most points. As the only CMA Coach online, I’ll show you in this video how you can make the most of your Certified Management Accountant exam prep and earn your CMA designation.

 

The CMA exam is also known as the IMA exam so don’t get confused either way. But in all CMA exam review courses, the exam is known as the CMA exam.

 

Send Me Your Questions: www.cmaexamacademy.com/podcasts

 

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Aug 14, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA) EXAM 2020 - MAJOR CHANGES ARE COMING // Did you know there are major CMA exam changes coming in 2020? Don’t fret. As your CMA Coach, I’m here to show you how these changes will affect your CMA exam preparation for 2020.

 

At CMA Exam Academy, we are already working on these changes so I’m intimately aware of what’s coming in 2020 and I’m ready to show you in this video.

 

Send Me Your Questions: www.cmaexamacademy.com/podcasts

 

DOWNLOAD MY FREE EXAM CHEAT SHEET: http://bit.ly/2WisiHS

 

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Aug 6, 2019

HOW TO PASS THE CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA) EXAM - ON YOUR FIRST TRY // Want to discover how to pass the CMA exam and how to become a CMA in the process? As your CMA Coach, I’ll show you how you can pass the CMA exam the first time with a fantastic CMA passing score.

 

The Certified Management Accountant exam difficulty is a big question mark for most CMA candidates. They want to pass the cma exam so naturally they first want to understand what they are up against. In this video, I’ll answer this question and many more to show you how you can pass the Certified Management Accountant exam too.

 

Send Me Your Questions: www.cmaexamacademy.com/podcasts

 

DOWNLOAD MY FREE EXAM CHEAT SHEET: http://bit.ly/2WisiHS

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Jul 22, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT EXAM GRADING SYSTEM - PASS ON YOUR FIRST ATTEMPT // Want to take your CMA exam but feel confused about the cma exam grading system? Don’t fret! As your CMA Coach, I’ll share with you the CMA exam grading scale to help you understand what the CMA exam passing score is. Understanding how the CMA exam scoring works, you’ll pay more attention to the CMA scoring in your practice tests using CMA exam questions.

 

At CMA Exam Academy, I provide my students with their CMA exam grade inside their online test bank, which is part of their cma exam prep material.

 

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Jul 15, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA) EXAM - WHAT YOU MUST KNOW // Want to become a Certified Management Accountant? First, you need to understand the structure of the Certified Management Accountant exam.

As your CMA Coach, I’m here you guide you by explaining what the CMA exam is all about to help you earn your CMA designation.

Your CMA exam prep is crucial to passing on your first attempt. These courses should include CMA exam questions that you can practice with to pass your CMA test.

In my CMA exam review course, CMA Exam Academy, I include CMA exam tips to help my students ace their exam. And now I want to share those tips with you too!

 

DOWNLOAD MY FREE EXAM CHEAT SHEET: http://bit.ly/2WisiHS

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May 20, 2019

HOW TO BECOME A CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CMA) SIMPLE 8 STEP PROCESS // Did you know that the Certified Management Accountant exam is changing in 2020? So if you want to learn how to become a CMA Accountant in 2019, this is the video for you. There are only two exam windows left in 2019 so you’ll need to hurry if you want to pass both cma exams this year.

If you’re thinking of taking both exams in the same CMA exam window, let me tell you that the Certified Management Accountant exam is not easy. As your CMA Coach, my advice is to take only one exam in the upcoming window in May/June, and the second exam in the September/October exam window.

If you follow this plan, you’ll be well on your way to earn your Certified Management Accountant certification in 2019.

Even if you’re wondering, “What is a Certified Management Accountant”, this video is also for you. I’ll break it all down on how to become a Certified Management Accountant step-by-step.

 

DOWNLOAD MY FREE EXAM CHEAT SHEET: http://bit.ly/2WisiHS

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May 13, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT COURSE - HERE’S THE BEST ONE FOR YOU! // One of the biggest decisions anyone looking to earn the Certified Management Accountant certification is to choose the best cma review course.

Most candidates opt for CMA study materials online because it’s convenient and there are so many options to choose from. The CMA exam is not easy. In fact only 35% pass on their first try. This is why choosing the right CMA exam review course is so important.

In this video I’ll show you the various Certified Management Accountant study materials, including my flagship course, CMA Exam Academy.

By the end of this video you’ll know which CMA review course is the right one for you.

As your CMA Coach, I’m here to offer you guidance and the best CMA exam tips to make your Certified Management Accountant test prep a breeze.

CMA Study Materials Video: https://youtu.be/lWnTjQsBbxI

 

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May 6, 2019

CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT STUDY MATERIAL (PASS THE FIRST TIME!) // Are you ready to become a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) but don’t know how to tackle the CMA exam? The first step is to figure out the best CMA study material that you’ll need to pass the first time.

CMA exam review courses offer a wide range of tools to help boost your learning and pass your Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam on your first try.

In this video, you’ll discover the CMA study material that you must have if you are serious about earning your Certified Management Accountant certification.

As your CMA Coach, I’m dedicated to showing you the easiest and fastest way to complete your CMA exam review.

 

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May 1, 2019

BEST STUDY TECHNIQUE FOR THE CMA EXAM – 2019 // Want the best CMA exam tips? Prepare for the CMA exam and become a Certified Management Accountant this year. Don’t miss out on my best CMA exam review technique to accelerate your learning.

 

Now you won’t have to worry about how to study for the Certified Management Accountant exam!

 

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