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Chapter 1
CIMA
CIMA is the world’s largest and leading professional body of management
accountants, with over 200,000 members. Members and students are located in over
170 countries. CIMA supports organisations in both the private and public sector. It
focuses on the needs of businesses, no matter what type of business.
5.1 Professional standards
In addition to the technical requirements for members, CIMA are committed to
upholding the highest ethical and professional standards. This ensures that
employers and members of the public can have confidence in CIMA and CIMA
members.
CIMA’s code of ethics is made up of five fundamental principles:
Integrity
Objectivity
Professional competence and due care
Confidentiality
Professional behaviour
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