Bangalore – On 21 June 2025, The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) awarded 62 accounting and finance professionals in India with their CGMA certificates, and their Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation, and around 200 professionals finished exam of different levels at its convocation ceremony in Bangalore.
The CGMA designation was established in 2012 by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) to recognise a unique group of accounting and finance professionals who have reached the highest benchmark of quality and competence. It is built on extensive research to maintain the highest relevance with employers and help candidates develop the business, digital, people, and leadership skills, needed to build successful careers in accounting, business, and finance.
Venkkat Ramanan, FCMA, CGMA, Vice President – Asia Pacific at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants said:
“The CGMA convocation in Bangalore represents something real — individuals in India taking deliberate steps to deepen their expertise, sharpen their thinking, and take on bigger responsibilities in business and society.
“At AICPA and CIMA, we don’t just issue designations, we help shape professionals who can ask better questions, challenge assumptions, and bring clarity to complex situations. That’s what the CGMA designation stands for, and that’s what our newest members now carry with them.
“India’s role in the global finance and business ecosystem is growing, not just in size, but in influence. We’re proud to support that growth by equipping professionals who are technically strong, globally connected, and able to make decisions that matter.
“To our newest CGMAs: Well done. You’ve earned more than letters after your name, you’ve earned the trust that comes with them. What you do next will define the impact you make. We’re excited to see where you take it.”
Ajay Lalwani, Country Manager – India at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants added:
“Celebrating the success of our CGMA candidates and newly qualified members is a deeply meaningful moment. Their achievements mark not significant personal milestones, but also a key milestone in advancing the accounting and finance profession in India. We are proud of the role we have played in helping them build their dream careers and remain committed to support their professional growth throughout their careers.”
