
FLP, the Finance Leadership Podcast
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Regular information and news on FLP, the Finance Leadership Programme pathway to your CGMA qualification. We've built on the foundation of the Go Beyond Disruption show and launched as FLP, the FInance Leadership Podcast, in late 2022.
Location:
United States
Description:
Regular information and news on FLP, the Finance Leadership Programme pathway to your CGMA qualification. We've built on the foundation of the Go Beyond Disruption show and launched as FLP, the FInance Leadership Podcast, in late 2022.
Twitter:
@AICPA
Language:
English
Contact:
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Episodes
FLP 206. Students tell us their experiences of using FLP
2/20/2025
Guests Matthew Payze and Stewardt Cornelissen join us from South Africa. Together we discuss their experiences in studying for CGMA, and share their advice and views on studying for the qualification via the FLP pathway.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/ or https://www.aicpa-cima.com/resources/landing/the-cgma-r-finance-leadership-program.
CONNECT
Kevin Gormleywww.linkedin.com/in/matthew-payze-347195198https://collivery.net/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewardt-cornelissen-0b664ab3/ Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:26:40
FLP 205. Navigating the UK Accountancy job market
1/16/2025
Our guest is Jason Nye, CIMA's Senior Manager in Operations for the UK. Together we take a look at the UK market for Finance & Accounting and provide useful insights for anyone considering this sector as a career.
Jason talks about his background, the market for jobs in the UK, what careers are open to CIMA students, where people can find roles, and how to start studying CIMA. We also discuss what types of companies have CIMA opportunities and how are they structured. Finally we share some employability tips.
Find out more on the UK market at https://www.tiktok.com/@cimaearlycareersuk and https://www.instagram.com/cimaearlycareersuk/
ABOUT US.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
CONNECT.
Get in touch with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Connect with Jason Nye at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cimajason/
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:40:14
FLP 204. The value of Finance Business Partnering
12/5/2024
Andi Lonnen, founder and CEO of FBP Academy, joins us to discuss Finance business partnering: what it is, why it's important, and how to build the mindset of a Finance Business Partner.
Alongside many insights in this conversation with podcast host Kevin Gormley (AICPA & CIMA, UK), Andi highlights that Finance Business Partners (FBPs) are not just traditional accountants who "add up" numbers, but professionals who "add value".
ABOUT US.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
Get in touch with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Connect with Andi Lonnen at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andilonnen
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:27:32
FLP 203. Preparing for this November's 2024 SCS Case Study exam
11/18/2024
Kevin Gormley welcomes Hugh Martin from Procountancy back to the podcast to hear his views on preparing for this month's Strategic Case Study exam.
Returning podcast guest Hugh is a CGMA and has lots of experience with the SCS. Connect with him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughmartincgma/
ABOUT US.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
Get in touch with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:12:02
FLP 202. First Intuition and CGMA FLP
11/14/2024
Kevin Gormley is joined by John Bannon, Director at First Intuition who are a Training Partner of AICPA & CIMA.
John outlines the First Intuition FLP offer and also gives his thoughts on the upcoming Strategic Case Study (SCS) exam. As a tutor himself, he has lots of experience in teaching for the SCS and students who are preparing for this exam may find his insights useful.
CONNECT
Kevin Gormleyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-bannon-a5b2543b/https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/study-cimas-cgma-flp/ The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/.
Your feedback and comments are welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:22:47
FLP 201. My Journey to CGMA
10/15/2024
We're joined by CIMA member and former FLP student Shirley Henrick, who switched to the Finance Leadership Programme and attained CGMA after the opportunity arose during the Pandemic to complete her studies. She talks about her career, her route to CGMA, and gives some invaluable advice based on her experiences.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
Connect with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:34:17
FLP 200. New Case Study review course-onboarding for Skills Plus
9/10/2024
We're joined by Chris Roberts and Kim Hanson from our FLP Product team to talk about the new class onboarding feature that has been released as part of the Skills Plus subscription.
Chris and Kim discuss how it works, the benefits to students, and how this will help guide them through the process of preparing to take a Case Study exam.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
Contact show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:15:40
FLP 199. The Astranti FLP offering
8/8/2024
Our guest this month is Thomas Broadley, Division Manager with professional training provider Astranti.
He joins AICPA & CIMA podcast host Kevin Gormley to discuss Astranti's partnership with CIMA, how they utilise The Finance Leadership Programme as a platform to their students, the experience of using FLP, and his thoughts around the successes it has brought.
RESOURCES
https://www.astranti.com/cima/cgma-finance-leadership-program/https://enroll.cgma.org/ CONNECT
If you're on LinkedIn, feel free to connect with show host Kevin Gormley or episode guest Thomas Broadley
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:25:02
FLP 198. Tackling the August 2024 MCS exam.
7/15/2024
Our guest Iryna McDonald explores elements of the upcoming MCS (Management Case Study) exam in August 2024. These insights make this episode a 'must-listen' for any students at this level.
Not only is our guest a Tutor at Kaplan Financial, the Association's Premium partner for the CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP), Iryna herself also holds a CGMA Professional Qualification. She talks to podcast host Kevin Gormley (AICPA & CIMA, Ireland) about the Management level, and details the preparation needed for the upcoming MCS exam.
RESOURCES
https://hub.cimaglobal.com/https://enroll.cgma.org/ GET IN TOUCH
Connect with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn. You'll find podcast guest Iryna McDonald there too.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:21:57
FLP 197. Preparation Insights for this month's SCS Exam (May 2024)
5/13/2024
We're joined today by Hugh Martin, Director Of Content for VIVA Financial Tuition, to talk about the upcoming Strategic Case Study exam in May 2024.
Hugh shares his vast experience on the Strategic Case Study exam and specifically the upcoming May 2024 session featuring a security company called Saefwell. This is a must-listen for anyone about to, or planning to, sit the exam in May or August 2024, and also for future students who want to understand the dynamics of sitting the SCS.
ABOUT
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
CONNECT
Guest, Hugh Martin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughmartincgma/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevingormley/ Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:23:03
FLP 196. How to approach the OCS exam - An expert's guide
4/30/2024
We're joined by John Bennett from our learning partner Kaplan to talk about the upcoming Operational Case Study (OCS) exam scheduled for May 2024.
As a long-established accounting tutor and test-author, John shares his vast experience of the OCS. He offers practical insights on this May's upcoming exam featuring a company called Kanann that designs and sells saddles for horse riding.
This is a must for anyone about to - or planning to - sit the exam in May or August 2024, and also for future students who want to understand the main dynamics of the OCS.
MORE
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/.
Access the CGMA Study Hub at https://hub.cimaglobal.com.
Contact show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Your feedback and comments are always welcome at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:22:26
FLP 195. The impact of Generative AI on your accounting business
4/8/2024
Kevin Gormley is joined by colleague Paul Parks (CPA, CGMA), a Director at AICPA & CIMA, to talk about AI - in particular Generative AI - and its potential impact on the world of accounting and finance businesses.
Generative AI is a recent and rapidly advancing branch of AI which focuses on creating new, original content across mediums without simply replicating existing data. This episode of the podcast aims to demystify AI’s role and explore its potential, especially in the accounting and finance business while also considering ethical sourcing and referencing.
RESOURCES.
Get this free, specially-compiled list of AI resources from across our podcasts, publications and websites. https://assets.libsyn.com/show/122884/FLP_PODCAST_195_AI_resources.pdf
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST.
Paul Parks is at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-parks-cpa-cgma-965b506/
ABOUT.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
Connect with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:27:43
FLP 194. Building a Sustainable Business
3/11/2024
We're joined by Jeremy Osborn (AICPA global head of ESG) & Simon Bittlestone (CIMA Deputy President and Director at Metapraxis) to talk about the impact of ESG on the world of accounting and finance. Both contributors come with a wealth of knowledge and experience in this area and share their thoughts on the matter.
ABOUT
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
CONNECT
herelinkedin.com/in/simon-bittlestonehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kevingormley/ Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows at https://aicpa-cima.com/podcast.
Duration:00:33:57
FLP 193. Why the FLP pathway worked for me.
10/18/2023
We're joined by Lyndsay Falconer, one of the first to move across when AICPA launched the programme in the UK. Lyndsay transferred to the FLP pathway in Sept '22 to complete her studies and get the CGMA designation. She talks about her motivation to study on this pathway and about her experiences using the new learning platform .
ABOUT
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
CONNECT
Our guest Lyndsay Falconer is on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsay-falconer-acma-cgma-72a91448/.
Show host Kevin Gormley is there too at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevingormley/
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:18:58
FLP 192. Unlocking Success: Exploring the CGMA FLP with Ghanaian Tax Associate Richard Addo.
9/6/2023
We're joined by Richmond Adu Addo, a Tax Associate at Deloitte based in Ghana, West Africa. Richmond has recently completed his CGMA studies via the CGMA Finance Leadership Programme and shares his thoughts on the value of CGMA and his experience of using the FLP platform.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ Professional Qualification. Find out more about the FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org and explore the CIMA Study Hub at hub.cimaglobal.com
CONNECT
Richmond Adu AddoLinkedInpodcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:17:55
FLP 191. The Little Book of Secrets
8/2/2023
Nasheen Wuisman, Senior Manager- Academic Progression at AICPA & CIMA, discusses the 'little book of secrets'. This is a new resource available to our students that are preparing for the Case Study exams.
The key benefit of this resource is to assist in targeting students attention to key preparation tools and techniques if they are short on time.
LINKS
hereNasheen Wuisman.https://enroll.cgma.org/LinkedIn Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:15:41
FLP 190. A guide to preparing for the Strategic Case Study Exam
5/3/2023
Stuart Pedley-Smith is head of Learning at Kaplan, the Association's Premium partner for the CGMA Finance Leadership programme. As a teacher of the Strategic Case Study, his conversation with show host Kevin makes this episode an essential listen for any student about to sit this exam.
TALKING POINTS
LINKS
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Professional Qualification. Find out more about FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org.
View the Skills Premium class schedule.
Hear Stuart's 'Learn Better' podcast or check out his blog at https://pedley-smith.uk/
Connect with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.
Duration:00:24:59
FLP 189. Launch of the new Foundational Level
4/19/2023
To mark the introduction of the new Foundational Level entry point into the CGMA Finance Leadership Program (FLP), we're joined by Doug Bowman, Senior Manager of Learning Content Creation at AICPA & CIMA. We talk about the Foundational Level, how it's structured, what it is, and how it's positioned within the program.
This new entry point is a preparatory level to introduce the key concepts of Business & Finance; it allows any candidate to start their journey to their CGMA Professional Qualification even though they may not yet have the relevant experience or qualifications.
LINKS.
https://enroll.cgma.org/Doug Bowman.LinkedIn Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants.
Duration:00:17:06
FLP 188. Management Case Study (MCS) exam-preparation on Skills Premium
4/6/2023
Iryna McDonald works as a Tutor at Kaplan Financial, the Association's Premium partner for the CGMA Finance Leadership programme (FLP). What's more, she also holds a CGMA Professional Qualification herself. Iryna talks to podcast host Kevin Gormley (AICPA & CIMA, Ireland) about the Management level and the preparation needed for the Management Case Study Exam.
Our guest also outlines what to expect from the Skills Premium classes that she tutors, and expands on how these classes fully prepare a student for the end of level exam. Iryna's insights make this episode of the podcast a 'must-listen' for any students at this level.
RESOURCES
herehttps://enroll.cgma.org/ GET IN TOUCH
LinkedInthere too. Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants.
Duration:00:14:05
FLP 187. Employer experience of the FLP at 3M
3/22/2023
Kacper Cieslak works for 3M as a Record To Report (RTR) Manager within their Global Service Centre in Poland. He talks about their experience of rolling out the CGMA Finance Leadership Program, shares his personal journey towards the CGMA Professional Qualification, and provides insightful, practical advice for current and future students.
The CGMA Finance Leadership Programme (FLP) , is the online pathway to the prestigious Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ (CIMA) Professional Qualification. Find out more about FLP at https://enroll.cgma.org/
Connect with show host Kevin Gormley via LinkedIn. His guest Kacper can also be found there.
Your feedback and comments welcomed at podcast@aicpa-cima.com
This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants.
Duration:00:15:38