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CIMA Exam Dates for 2025

If you’re planning to sit for the CIMA case study exams in 2025, it’s important to be aware of the key dates throughout the year. From exam entry opening dates to the release of results, this guide provides a detailed timetable for the Operational, Management, and Strategic case study exams for February, May, August, and November 2025.

The CIMA case study exams for Operational, Management, and Strategic levels are essential assessments that test your ability to apply the knowledge gained from the CIMA syllabus to real-world business scenarios. These exams are for candidates pursuing the CIMA Professional Qualification and are required to progress through the following levels:

  1. Operational Level: Focuses on short-term decision-making and operational management.
  2. Management Level: Tests your ability to manage performance and resource allocation.
  3. Strategic Level: Evaluates your skills in long-term strategy, risk management, and financial strategy.

Passing these exams is necessary to advance to the next level of CIMA and ultimately become a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA).


List of CIMA Exam Dates for 2025

CIMA February 2025 Case Study Exams

OperationalManagementStrategic
Exam Entry Open: 24 July 2024Exam Entry Open: 31 July 2024Exam Entry Open: 7 August 2024
Exam Entry Closed: 21 January 2025Exam Entry Closed: 28 January 2025Exam Entry Closed: 4 February 2025
Pre-Seen Material Available: 20 September 2024Pre-Seen Material Available: 27 September 2024Pre-Seen Material Available: 4 October 2024
Exam Dates: 5-7 February 2025Exam Dates: 12-14 February 2025Exam Dates: 19-21 February 2025
Results Published: 27 March 2025Results Published: 3 April 2025Results Published: 10 April 2025

CIMA May 2025 Case Study Exams

OperationalManagementStrategic
Exam Entry Open: 23 October 2024Exam Entry Open: 30 October 2024Exam Entry Open: 6 November 2024
Exam Entry Closed: 22 April 2025Exam Entry Closed: 29 April 2025Exam Entry Closed: 7 May 2025
Pre-Seen Material Available: 21 March 2025Pre-Seen Material Available: 28 March 2025Pre-Seen Material Available: 4 April 2025
Exam Dates: 7-9 May 2025Exam Dates: 14-16 May 2025Exam Dates: 21-23 May 2025
Results Published: 26 June 2025Results Published: 3 July 2025Results Published: 10 July 2025

CIMA August 2025 Case Study Exams

OperationalManagementStrategic
Exam Entry Open: 22 January 2025Exam Entry Open: 29 January 2025Exam Entry Open: 5 February 2025
Exam Entry Closed: 22 July 2025Exam Entry Closed: 29 July 2025Exam Entry Closed: 5 August 2025
Pre-Seen Material Available: 21 March 2025Pre-Seen Material Available: 28 March 2025Pre-Seen Material Available: 4 April 2025
Exam Dates: 6-8 August 2025Exam Dates: 13-15 August 2025Exam Dates: 20-22 August 2025
Results Published: 25 September 2025Results Published: 2 October 2025Results Published: 9 October 2025

CIMA November 2025 Case Study Exams

OperationalManagementStrategic
Exam Entry Open: 23 April 2025Exam Entry Open: 30 April 2025Exam Entry Open: 8 May 2025
Exam Entry Closed: 21 October 2025Exam Entry Closed: 28 October 2025Exam Entry Closed: 4 November 2025
Pre-Seen Material Available: 19 September 2025Pre-Seen Material Available: 26 September 2025Pre-Seen Material Available: 3 October 2025
Exam Dates: 5-7 November 2025Exam Dates: 12-14 November 2025Exam Dates: 19-21 November 2025
Results Published: 8 January 2026Results Published: 15 January 2026Results Published: 15 January 2026

Key Points to Remember:

  • Exam Entry: Ensure you register before the exam entry closure dates.
  • Pre-Seen Material: This is crucial for your case study preparation, so mark the availability dates on your calendar.
  • Exam Dates: Plan your study schedule well in advance to be prepared for the exam days.
  • Results: Keep track of the result publication dates to stay updated on your progress.

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