in India in 1999. “Setting up a company has its own
quick transitions across industries and roles. From the
challenges and I found that I had to dig deep into my
narrow confines of finance to the wide open space of
professional learning while setting up systems, managing
business and enterprise, the training and perspective of
human resources, structuring and negotiating contracts
CIMA has helped me in anchoring business needs with
and running full fledged operations. The CIMA
that of the disciplines of an accountant. All through my
qualification helped me all this while to take right
career I have encouraged my team members to enhance
decisions.” says Allen.
their career prospects by pursuing the CIMA course since
In 2003, he once again found the opportunity to expand his horizons into general management when he took over
the learning and practical experience is seamlessly integrated.” says Mr Andrade.
as the Chief Operating Officer for the Universal Music
“CIMA members are completely equipped to handle
Company.
diverse business scenarios. They bring in lots of professionalism, maturity and practical viewpoint which
“I believe that CIMA has helped me change my perspective from the world of accounting to the practical
are crucial for a successful business.”
world of business. This orientation has helped me make
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