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CIMA
Strengths:
Better suited to industry than individual practices
Global
More than 227000 members
Worlds largest organisation of management accounting
Syllabus updated frequently
Weaknesses:
Not as recognised as other resources
Might not suit individuals that wish to work in practice rather than industry
Opportunities:
Ability to work from any country
Threats:
Biased towards management accounting
Might not be able to compete with the localised enterprises that may be better suited to people's requirements
Summary:
Depends on individual preferences. CIMA is the choice for those wishing to go into management but leaves little flexibility for those that would prefer to work in practice.

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CIMA

Strength- niche market
Has a good overlap with business practice. Entitled you to use CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant) title earning you recognition in an international network.

Weakness- not as broad as qualifications such as ACCA and is less flexible (very management specific)

Opportunity- can work all over the world, recognised as a CGMA

Threats- limited market due to specialisation so if the demand in that sector of the market reduces, the demand for the CIMA qualification disappears....dun dun duuuuuuun😱

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ICAEW

Strengths:
world recognised qualification
Promotes, develops and supports careers
Marketed well companies are interested
147,000 members

Weaknesses:
Specialised areas
Exams are hard to pass

Opportunities:
Global job opportunities
Incentives on passing exams (pay rise)

Threat:
Lots of competition
Specialised areas, limitations

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ACCA
Strengths:
Connect with like minded people
Communication skills
Global qualification
Excellent people skills
Access to further qualification

Weaknesses:
Little relevant work experience
Not recognised North America Australia and South Africa unless partnered with other company
Not a qualification a certification

Opportunities:
Chartered accountant
Financial accountant
Auditor
Tax consultants
Credit control manager
Business analyst

Threats:
Competitions from other companies
Can't change bodies easily

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ACCA

STRENGTHS
• proven ability to multi-task
• excellent communication skills
• can get on with anybody

WEAKNESSES
• uncomfortable speaking in front of groups
• poor at dealing with stress
• little relevant work experience

OPPORTUNITIES
• taking a presentation skills course
• volunteering to speak at an upcoming conference
• a specific company project to get involved with

THREATS
• employer is cutting back on training
• being overworked, which leads to stress
• manager reluctant to give you more responsibility

https://www.accaglobal.com/uk/en/student/sa/professional-skills/personal-swot.html

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CIMA
Strengths:
Sought after because of its reputation.
An accelerated route to the Association of Corporate Treasurers.
Many another strategic alliances including the ICAP
Recognise globally
Weaknesses:

Opportunities:
Enables you to choose your own role
Study at your own speed

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STRENGTHS:
Highest level of qualification
Excellent communication

WEAKNESSES:
Principle- lack of clarity
Poor at dealing with stress

OPPORTUNITIES:
Large job opportunities- more variety of occupation
Global scale

THREATS:
Manager reluctant to give you more responsibility
Employers cutting back on training.