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Cima
54 Melrose Boulevard, 4th Floor, Melrose Arch, Melrose North
Johannesburg South Africa
memberservice.support@aicpa-cima.com
Cancellation of Cima contract
Dear Sir or Madam,

I hereby notify you of my decision to terminate the contract relating to the Cima service.
This notification constitutes a firm, clear and unequivocal intention to cancel the contract, effective at the earliest possible date or in accordance with the applicable contractual period.

Please take all necessary measures to:
– cease all billing from the effective date of cancellation;
– confirm in writing the proper processing of this request;
– and, if applicable, send me the final statement or balance confirmation.

This cancellation is addressed to you by certified e-mail. The sending, timestamping and content integrity are established, making it a probative document meeting electronic proof requirements. You therefore have all the necessary elements to proceed with regular processing of this cancellation, in accordance with applicable principles regarding written notification and contractual freedom.

In accordance with personal data protection rules, I also request:
– deletion of all my data not necessary for your legal or accounting obligations;
– closure of any associated personal account;
– and confirmation of actual data deletion according to applicable privacy rights.

I retain a complete copy of this notification as well as proof of sending.

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Cima
54 Melrose Boulevard, 4th Floor, Melrose Arch, Melrose North
Johannesburg , South Africa
memberservice.support@aicpa-cima.com
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Cancellation Cima: Easy Method

What is Cima

Overview

Cima (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) is a professional body offering management accounting qualifications and associated study resources. It manages exam registration, scheduling and student membership globally.

Presence in South Africa

Cima’s operations in South Africa include local exam delivery partners and regional student support, with exam bookings commonly managed via CharterQuest / Pearson VUE. Local tuition providers and registration agents also support candidates.

How to cancel Cima

Cancelling an exam (South Africa via CharterQuest / Pearson VUE)

  • Check the booking terms at CharterQuest / Pearson VUE before acting: objective tests and case study deadlines differ. See their terms: CharterQuest terms.
  • Reschedule if permitted within the scheduling window: objective tests can be rescheduled up to 2 working days before the exam; case study exams up to 14 working days.
  • If you must cancel, do so through the booking portal or by contacting CharterQuest/Pearson VUE as instructed in your confirmation email.

Cancelling digital courses or study subscriptions

  • For CIMA Study digital courses, you have a 14‑day cancellation window from the day after enrolment confirmation for a full refund. See details: CIMAStudy terms.
  • After the statutory cancellation window, follow the course provider’s published refund and termination procedures; contact support for written confirmation.

What happens when you cancel

Access and study materials

If you cancel a digital course within the provider’s terms you will typically lose access once the cancellation is processed.

Providers may require you to return or stop using materials covered by the contract; confirm specifics with the course seller.

Exams and membership effects

For exam cancellations via CharterQuest, published terms state cancellations at any stage result in forfeiture of the total exam fee.

Membership and annual subscriptions remain subject to the institute’s billing and renewal rules; cancelling membership may not automatically refund the current period.

Will I get a refund?

General refund rules for South Africa

  • CharterQuest / Pearson VUE: cancellations for exams generally result in forfeiture of the full exam fee - no refunds. See: CharterQuest terms.
  • Global Cima exam scheduling terms: refunds are not issued once the registration window closes. See: CIMA scheduling terms.

Exceptions and course provider refunds

  • CIMAStudy digital courses: full refund available if you cancel within the 14‑day cancellation period from the day after enrolment confirmation. See: CIMAStudy terms.
  • Outside published windows, refunds may be refused or subject to administrative fees; always check the exact provider policy before paying.

Cima plans and pricing

Pricing summary (South Africa, 2025 where specified)

Below are common fees for registration, subscriptions and exams sourced from South African providers for 2025.

Notes on prices

Prices are representative and paid to local providers (IMAS, Contemporary Training). Confirm at point of purchase for the final payable amount.

Plan Price Period Features
Registration Fee (2025, via IMAS) R2,350 One-off CIMA registration or re-registration fee for 1 Jan - 31 Dec 2025
Annual Subscription (2025, via IMAS) R3,200 Annual CIMA student annual subscription for calendar year 2025
Objective Test Fee (Certificate, 2025, via IMAS) R2,000 Per subject CIMA objective test exam at Certificate level
Objective Test Fee (Operational, 2025, via IMAS) R2,250 Per subject CIMA objective test exam at Operational level
Objective Test Fee (Management, 2025, via IMAS) R2,820 Per subject CIMA objective test exam at Management level
Objective Test Fee (Strategic, 2025, via IMAS) R3,880 Per subject CIMA objective test exam at Strategic level
Operational Level Case Study (2025, via IMAS) R4,150 Per exam CIMA Operational level case study fee
Strategic Level Case Study (2025, via IMAS) R6,620 Per exam CIMA Strategic level case study fee
FLP Self-study (1-year, Contemporary Training) R57,000 Annual Self-study FLP including resources and exam fees
FLP + Support (1-year, Contemporary Training) R61,000 Annual FLP subscription plus support and case study prep classes
FLP + Support & Tutorials (1-year, Contemporary Training) R65,000 Annual FLP with full support, tutorials across all subjects

Your consumer rights in South Africa

Statutory cooling-off and refunds

South African consumer protections (for example, the Consumer Protection Act) commonly provide a cooling-off period for certain digital and service contracts.

This cooling-off period is typically seven days for unsolicited or distance agreements, but exact rights can depend on the contract and circumstances.

How Cima terms interact with local rights

  • Providers publish specific terms (CharterQuest / Pearson VUE and course sellers). Those terms govern refunds and rescheduling for exams and courses.
  • In practice, CharterQuest’s published exam terms state fees are forfeited on cancellation, and CIMA’s scheduling terms state no refunds once the registration window closes. Always check the provider terms first: CharterQuest, CIMA scheduling terms.

Customer experiences

Common negative reports

Public reviews and community posts report issues such as website glitches, payment failures and slow or unresponsive customer support.

Trustpilot contains multiple complaints relating to login, payment and membership problems: CIMA Trustpilot.

What candidates should expect

  • Allow extra time for payments and confirmations, and retain screenshots or email receipts for evidence.
  • If you experience a technical issue, report it immediately and request written acknowledgement from support.

Documentation checklist

Before you cancel an exam

  • Exam booking confirmation and reference number.
  • Proof of payment (receipt or bank statement).
  • Any correspondence from CharterQuest / Pearson VUE about rescheduling or cancellation.

Before you cancel a course or subscription

  • Enrollment confirmation and terms and conditions showing the cancellation window.
  • Screenshots of the portal pages and timestamps if you submit a cancellation request online.
  • Contact details for provider support and any reference numbers from communications.

Common mistakes

Missing cancellation deadlines

Candidates often assume they can cancel close to the exam date; CharterQuest’s rules for objective tests and case studies have strict advance deadlines.

Poor record-keeping and follow-up

Not saving confirmation emails or failing to get written acknowledgement of a cancellation request makes disputes harder to resolve.

Always obtain written confirmation and keep receipts until the matter is settled.

Comparative recap

Quick comparison of key cancellation rules

The table below summarises the main practical differences between exam bookings and study subscriptions for South African candidates.

Sources

Information below is drawn from local booking partner terms and course provider terms listed in sources.

Service Cancellation window Refund policy Source
Objective test (CharterQuest / Pearson VUE) Reschedule up to 2 working days before No refund; fee forfeited on cancellation CharterQuest terms
Case study exam (CharterQuest / Pearson VUE) Reschedule up to 14 working days before No refund; fee forfeited on cancellation CharterQuest terms
Global CIMA exam scheduling While scheduling window open: cancellations possible No refunds once the registration window closes CIMA scheduling terms
CIMAStudy digital courses 14 days from day after enrolment confirmation Full refund if cancelled within 14 days; after that, possible fees CIMAStudy terms

After cancelling

Immediate actions

  • Save cancellation confirmation and any case numbers or emails from the provider.
  • Check payment method for charge reversals and keep bank statements as evidence.

Where to get help

Address

Physical location

54 Melrose Boulevard, 4th Floor, Melrose Arch, Melrose North, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Contact notes

Use the address for formal correspondence where required. For exam cancellations and scheduling, follow provider-specific contact channels listed in your booking confirmation.

Similar cancellation services

FAQ

Cima exams booked via CharterQuest must be cancelled at least 2 working days before the exam for objective tests and 14 working days for case study exams. Cancellations generally result in forfeiture of the exam fee, so it's advisable to check your confirmation email for specific instructions.

You can cancel your Cima digital course subscription within 14 days from the day after enrolment confirmation for a full refund. After this period, you should follow the course provider's refund and termination procedures, which may require written notice.

Cima membership cancellations do not automatically guarantee a refund for the current subscription period. It's important to review the billing and renewal rules outlined in your membership agreement.

If you cancel your Cima course within the allowed cancellation period, you will typically lose access to study materials once the cancellation is processed. Ensure to check the specific terms with your course provider.

Yes, for CimaStudy digital courses, a full refund is available if you cancel within the 14-day cancellation period. Outside this window, refunds may be subject to administrative fees, so always verify the specific provider policy.