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CMA is almost like a “subset” of CPA as it focuses on management accounting. In fact, management accounting is not emphasized in the CPA exam. CMA has its value-add by specializing in cost accounting, financial analysis and strategic planning.
You can try this Grandma / Neighbor Test: Ask your grandma and neighbors and see if they know what CPA, CFA and all the likes stand for. In my case, my grandma heard of CPA only. My neighbors know about CPA and CFA.
