Sometimes it's hard to factor in all the different costs involved in pursuing a professional qualification. This breakdown covers all CIMA 2025 fees—from registration and subscription to objective tests, case studies, and VIVA course options. Here's a quick summary, followed by a full breakdown below:
CIMA Qualification Cost Summary (2025)
| Component |
Cost (GBP) |
Notes |
| Registration |
£99 |
One-off student entry fee |
| Annual Subscription |
£145 |
Required yearly to maintain active student status |
| Objective Tests |
£85–£117 |
Lower rate for Certificate level; higher rate for professional level |
| Case Study Exams |
£185–£295 |
Varies by level (OCS, MCS, SCS) and region |
| VIVA All-Access Pass |
£399 (12 months) |
Access to all 12 core CIMA courses, mocks, lectures |
| VIVA Lifetime Access |
£599 (discounted from £999) |
Forever access to all course content and updates |
1. Official CIMA Fees (2025 Tier 1 UK Rates)
CIMA Official Fees (Tier 1 – UK, 2025)
| Fee Type |
Cost (GBP) |
| Student Registration (one-off) |
£99 |
| Annual Subscription |
£145 |
| Certificate Level Objective Test (each) |
£85 |
| Professional Level Objective Test (each: e.g., E1, P1, F1, etc.) |
£117 |
| Case Study Exams (each level sitting) |
£185 – £295 |
CIMA price references drawn from official fees listings such as Tier 1 Objective Test costs and other variations (AICPA & CIMA)
2. VIVA Course Pricing (2025)
CIMA Official Fees (Tier 1 – UK, 2025)
| Fee Type |
Cost (GBP) |
| Student Registration (one-off) |
£99 |
| Annual Subscription |
£145 |
| Certificate Level Objective Test (each) |
£85 |
| Professional Level Objective Test (each: e.g., E1, P1, F1, etc.) |
£117 |
| Case Study Exams (each level sitting) |
£185 – £295 |
Pricing sourced directly from VIVA’s course offerings. (more info here)
3. Cost Comparison Snapshot
When you compare CIMA’s exam-only costs with VIVA’s course subscription, the value becomes immediately clear.
- Example: Three Objective Tests + One Case Study in a year → CIMA Exam Fees alone ≈ £450–550
- VIVA All-Access Pass (12 months) = £399 → includes full syllabus, mocks, and tutor support
- Lifetime access gives even greater long-term value at £599
FAQs: CIMA Qualification Costs
How much does it cost to register as a CIMA student?
The one-off registration fee is £99 (Tier 1 UK rate for 2025).
What is the annual subscription cost?
£145 per year, required to maintain active student status.
How much do Objective Tests cost?
Certificate level: £85 each
Professional-level (E/P/F tests): approximately £117 each
How much are Case Study exams?
Cost per level sitting ranges between £185–£295, depending on region.
What does VIVA’s All-Access Pass cost and include?
£399 for 12-month access to all core CIMA content, including lectures, notes, and realistic mocks.
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