So what do students and employers think of the CGMA Finance Leadership Program?
Since its introduction into the UK back in September 2022, thousands of students working for hundreds of employers are now undertaking CIMA’s CGMA qualification via the CGMA Finance Leadership Program (FLP).
One of the key drivers for people choosing to study via FLP is flexibility. The program allows students to study on their time, but it also empowers them to lean into their preferred learning styles. They can build a study regime with all the preparation courses, videos and exams that fits their schedule and powers solid results. Students value the ability to balance studies, full-time employment and their personal lives.
We spoke to two CIMA students at Greencore who shared their experiences of FLP.
Ranj Singh, a Senior Finance Analyst, said: “The FLP platform has been a game-changer for my professional growth. It offers a flexible, easy- to-follow structure that allows learning at your own pace while staying connected with mentors and peers. The high-quality content and user- friendly interface made it simple to navigate, helping me gain real, applicable skills that advanced my career. What truly sets it apart is the exceptional support and quality of materials, which left me with confidence and a stronger foundation in my field.”
And Finance Analyst Anna Haskayne said: “Joining FLP has allowed me to accelerate the timeline of completing my qualification significantly. The flexible learning structure allows me to plan my studying around both my work, and personal life, while still having access to tutor support where required. The live sessions provide a sense of community with friendly, down-to-earth tutors who give me the confidence to apply my theoretical knowledge at work, gaining applicable skills to assist me with progressing my career.”
It’s not just the students at Greencore who see the value in the platform – as an employer they are also seeing benefits. Alex Falconer, a Finance Shared Services Controller, commented: “As an employer, I have found that the CGMA FLP offering is particularly attractive to new starters because of the flexibility, ease of use and the quality of both the online content and support from CIMA and Kaplan.
Falconer said: “The employer platform allows me to easily monitor the progress of my enrolled candidates, allowing me to appropriately offer support and guidance which is unparalleled to other training routes currently available on the market.
“Finally, the support we receive from CIMA is second to none, it feels as if we have a dedicated resource who is there 24/7 and cares about the journey of our students.”
The working world is more flexible than ever before, and your study path can be too. Find out more about the CGMA Finance Leadership Program at aicpa-cima.com/flpuk.
