The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) is a global association for accountants and financial professionals in business, dedicated to advancing the management accounting profession. Founded in 1919, IMA offers the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification, provides professional development resources, and promotes best practices in management accounting.

The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and ICF have partnered to enhance value for their members by sharing information, knowledge, research, and education that intersect management accounting and professional coaching. Through this powerful partnership, IMA empowers ICF members with valuable resources to build fundamental skills in accounting and finance, while ICF equips IMA members with coaching capabilities that elevate and inspire team performance. This partnership enables both organizations to deliver comprehensive development programs that blend sharp financial acumen with coaching skills to drive organizational success.