Course content
Integrative in its design and delivery, this apprenticeship is for those who wish to progress on to the next stage of their career, by gaining full CIMA qualifications and an MSc from the University of Exeter.
Topics covered:
- Strategic Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Strategy
- Strategic Case Study & Project
- Management Level Refresher.
Accreditations
CIMA - the Chartered Institute if Management Accounts, a globally recognised professional credential which focuses on management accounting.
Entry requirements
This programme has been designed as a follow-on course for those completing our Accounting Finance Manager degree apprenticeship, as this gains apprentices maximum exemptions for study with CIMA.
How to apply
Our Accountancy or Taxation Professional Apprenticeship does not follow the standard UCAS application process. To gain a place candidates must apply directly to one of our employer partners’ vacancies.
Candidates can apply to this programme in addition to making applications to any institution through UCAS. When vacancies are open they will be advertised by our employer partners and on University of Exeter Degree Apprenticeship website.
Please be aware that employers start their recruitment at different times of the year so please be sure to check regularly.
- Vacancies are advertised by employers and promoted through our current vacancies page when they become available.
- Candidates should apply through their chosen company's website via the links which are available on this page once vacancies become live.
- Candidates are welcome to apply for more than one vacancy.
- Please be aware that each company will have their own recruitment process, the stages and timelines may vary.
- If applicants are successful they will be offered a position as an apprentice with the company.
- An apprenticeship place on the programme will be confirmed by University of Exeter, and we will send further information about how to enrol as a student.
- If candidates have not been successful this time, do not worry! Keep an eye out for other opportunities on our vacancies page.
Fees and Funding
Funding band: £21,000 for those eligible for funding. Commercial funding available.
From 1 January 2026, Level 7 apprenticeships will only be government-funded for apprentices who, at the start of their apprenticeship training, are either aged 16-21, or aged under 25 and have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan and/or have been, or are, in the care of their local authority. Any individual who started a level 7 apprenticeship before 1 January 2026 will continue to be funded through to completion.
Employers must pay their apprentices a salary at least consistent with national legislation.
Funding eligibility criteria
To be eligible for funding the apprentice must meet the criteria listed in the Department for Education guidance.
The apprentice must have a valid and eligible residency status to gain entry onto the apprenticeship.
Your future
Become a Strategic Business Finance Leader
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Choose CIMA if you want to:
- Influence business decisions
- Drive performance and profitability
- Lead budgeting and forecasting
- Support strategy and growth
- Move toward senior finance leadership
CIMA Careers Lead To:
- Management accountant
- Finance business partner
- Financial planning & analysis specialist
- Future CFO pathway
CIMA transforms you into a strategic thinker and business leader. If you enjoy analysing performance, shaping decisions, and driving growth — this is your path.
Find out more about our Accountancy or Taxation Professional (CIMA) degree apprenticeship
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