24 April 2026, Gweru – The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the world’s leading and largest professional body of management accountants, is partnering with the Midlands State University to support the development of future finance and accounting talent in Zimbabwe.
Through the collaboration, finance and accounting students at Midlands State University will gain access to the CGMA Finance Leadership Program, a flexible, remote and digital learning programme designed to build the skills required for modern finance leadership.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Program provides a guided learning and assessment pathway towards completing CIMA’s CGMA Professional Qualification and earning the CGMA designation. Using real‑life case studies, the programme develops a broad mix of finance, accounting, business, leadership, people and digital skills, equipping students with the capabilities needed to succeed in today’s evolving business environment.
Gordian Bowa, ACMA, CGMA, Country Director – Zimbabwe, at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, said:
“We are pleased to collaborate with Midlands State University as we work together to build a strong pipeline of finance professionals that can support business performance and economic growth in Zimbabwe. By expanding access to the CGMA Finance Leadership Program, we are equipping students with the practical skills, sound judgement and confidence needed to thrive in today’s business environment and build meaningful, sustainable careers.”
Speaking on behalf of Dr Miriam Mugwati, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Business Sciences, Dr Collin Chikwira, Lecturer in the Faculty of Business Sciences, added:
“This collaboration with CIMA strengthens our academic offering by connecting students to a globally recognised professional pathway. The CGMA Finance Leadership Program will help students build robust finance capabilities, develop broader business insight and position themselves for long‑term success in an evolving global business environment.”
With traditional in-person tuition and examination methods being challenged by digital acceleration, the CGMA Finance Leadership Program provides instant online access for aspiring business and finance leaders to learn the knowledge and competencies needed to succeed in the contemporary business world.
Students can start their CGMA journey at an appropriate entry level alongside their university studies, building on existing educational achievements, credentials, and professional experience. Upon successfully completing the program and fulfilling the practical experience requirements, students will earn the prestigious CGMA designation and become CIMA members.