CMA (US) Part 2 (IMA Certified Management Accountant (US) — Part 2) — Free Online Mock Test

CMA Part 2 · 100 MCQ + essays in 4h. Strategic financial management — financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk & investment. · Official language: English.

Advanced United States Finance & Professional 55 questions 180 min 50 distinct variants
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CMA (US) Part 2 exam at a glance

55
Questions
180
Minutes total
1
Section
50
Variants

CMA (US) Part 2 key facts & eligibility

CMA (US) Part 2 at a glance — verified exam facts
Conducting bodyInstitute of Management Accountants (IMA)
Official websiteimanet.org ↗
ModeThe Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam, Part 2 — Strategic Financial Management. The CMA is a globally recognised credential for management-accounting and financial-management professionals; candidates must pass both Part 1 and Part 2 to earn it.
FrequencyOffered in testing windows through the year.
Scoring & markingPart 2 has 100 multiple-choice questions plus two essay scenarios in 4 hours (three hours for the MCQs, one hour for the essays); a candidate must answer at least 50% of the MCQs correctly to reach the essay section. It is reported on a scaled score (0–500) with a passing score of 360, covering financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk management, investment decisions and professional ethics.
Score validityCandidates have 3 years to pass both parts; the CMA is then maintained with 30 CPE credits a year (including 2 in ethics) and active IMA membership.
LanguageEnglish.

Who is eligible for CMA (US) Part 2?

Active IMA membership; a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or a qualifying professional certification; and two continuous years of relevant professional experience (which may be completed before or within seven years after passing).

Last verified July 2026 against IMA — CMA certification. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

CMA (US) Part 2 section breakdown

The CMA (US) Part 2 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

CMA (US) Part 2 scoring & marking scheme

+1
Per correct answer
0
Per wrong answer
0
Per blank / skipped
100–1000
Scaled score range

Strategy: CMA (US) Part 2 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: CMA (US) Part 2 (pass 700/1000).

How CMA (US) Part 2 is conducted

CMA (US) Part 2 time strategy

With 55 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 196 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

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CMA (US) Part 2 topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CMA (US) Part 2, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

CMA (US) Part 2 (55 Q)

CMA (US) Part 2 difficulty calibration

Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.

CMA Part 2 · 100 MCQ + essays in 4h. Strategic financial management — financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk & investment. · Official language: English.

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Expert take: what CMA (US) Part 2 really tests

CMA (US) Part 2 — Strategic Financial Management, from the IMA, is the second of two exams for the Certified Management Accountant credential. It has 100 multiple-choice questions plus two essay scenarios in 4 hours (you must answer at least 50% of the MCQs correctly to reach the essays), reported on a scaled score (0–500) with a passing score of 360. It covers financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk management, investment decisions and professional ethics.

Preparation tips

  • Reach at least 50% on the MCQs to unlock the essay section.
  • Practise timed essays as well as multiple-choice.
  • Aim above the scaled passing score of 360.

⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid

  • Ignoring the essays — they are ~25% of the score.
  • Weak MCQ performance that never unlocks the essays.

CMA (US) Part 2 study plan

A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.

1 Understand the exam Weeks 1-2
  • 100 MCQs + 2 essays in 4 hours
  • Reach 50% on MCQs to unlock the essays
  • Scaled 0–500, pass 360
2 Study the domains Weeks 3-12
  • Financial statement analysis and corporate finance
  • Decision analysis and risk management
  • Investment decisions and professional ethics
3 Practice + essays Weeks 13-15
  • Full MCQ practice sets
  • Timed essay scenarios
  • Aim above the scaled 360

Where CMA (US) Part 2 can take you

A strong CMA (US) Part 2 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

Best books & official prep for CMA (US) Part 2

Official practice: Prepare from an IMA-aligned CMA Part 2 review; practise both the MCQs and the two essays, and target the scaled passing score of 360.

Previous-year papers: IMA provides a content specification and support package rather than past papers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the CMA (US) Part 2 exam pattern?
IMA Certified Management Accountant (US) — Part 2 contains 55 questions across 1 section: CMA (US) Part 2 (55 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 196 seconds per question).
Does CMA (US) Part 2 have negative marking?
No — CMA (US) Part 2 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
How is CMA (US) Part 2 scored?
Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. CMA (US) Part 2 (pass 700/1000).
How can I practise CMA (US) Part 2 online for free?
Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CMA (US) Part 2 mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
What is the difficulty level of CMA (US) Part 2?
CMA (US) Part 2 is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. CMA Part 2 · 100 MCQ + essays in 4h. Strategic financial management — financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk & investment. · Official language: English.
How long is the CMA (US) Part 2 exam?
CMA (US) Part 2 runs for 180 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
What topics are covered in CMA (US) Part 2?
CMA (US) Part 2 is split into: CMA (US) Part 2 (55 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. CMA Part 2 · 100 MCQ + essays in 4h. Strategic financial management — financial statement analysis, corporate finance, decision analysis, risk & investment. · Official language: English.
What tools or aids are allowed during CMA (US) Part 2?
No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
Is the CMA (US) Part 2 test adaptive?
No — CMA (US) Part 2 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
How many CMA (US) Part 2 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CMA (US) Part 2 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 2750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
Is there a free CMA (US) Part 2 test series 2026?
Yes. The Wrexa Edge CMA (US) Part 2 test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
Are CMA (US) Part 2 previous year question–style papers included?
Every CMA (US) Part 2 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 55-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
Which is the best free CMA (US) Part 2 mock test online?
Wrexa Edge's CMA (US) Part 2 mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
Can I take the CMA (US) Part 2 mock test on mobile?
Yes. CMA (US) Part 2 mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
What is the CMA (US) Part 2 syllabus?
The CMA (US) Part 2 syllabus maps to its 1 section: CMA (US) Part 2 (55 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
What is the eligibility for CMA (US) Part 2?
Eligibility for CMA (US) Part 2 — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CMA (US) Part 2 practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
When is the CMA (US) Part 2 exam and how should I prepare?
Official CMA (US) Part 2 exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free CMA (US) Part 2 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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