Founded in Buffalo, N.Y. in 1919, IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) is the worldwide association of accountants and financial professionals in the business. They are one of the largest and most respected associations focused exclusively on advancing the management accounting profession. Besides, they are committed to empowering their 125,000+ members—and those throughout the rest of the profession—to strengthen on-the-job skills, better manage companies, and accelerate careers. IMA is committed to promote knowledge and professionalism among cost accountants and foster a wider understanding of the role of cost accounting in management. In this regard, IMA’s mission is to provide a forum for research, practice development, education, knowledge sharing, and the advocacy of the highest ethical and best business practices in management accounting and finance.