[Institute of Management Accountants](https://eu.imanet.org)

Rolling (ongoing submissions accepted)

Amount not specified; varies by project.

Supports innovative research in management accounting, focusing on decision support, planning, and control.

--- ## Description The Academic Research Grant Program, administered by the IMA Research Foundation (IRF), funds innovative research projects that advance the field of management accounting. The program seeks proposals that clearly relate to core management accounting activities, such as decision support, planning, and control, with the goal of contributing valuable knowledge to both IMA members and the broader accounting profession. Both academics and practitioners are encouraged to apply, and there are no restrictions on geography, rank, or institutional type specified. Projects must clearly articulate their purpose and connection to management accounting functions. --- ## Due Dates - Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis (no fixed deadline). - Applications can be submitted at any time through the online portal. --- ## Funding Amount - The specific funding amount for individual projects is not published. - The IRF has awarded over $2,000,000 in research grants across its programs, but per-grant amounts for this program are not specified. - Applicants are encouraged to consult the IRF website or email [research@imanet.org](mailto:research@imanet.org) for details on typical or maximum award sizes. --- ## Eligibility - Open to both academics and practitioners. - Research must focus on accounting and finance, with a clear connection to management accounting activities (e.g., decision support, planning, control). - No additional eligibility restrictions (such as institutional type, rank, or geography) are specified. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [IMA Research Grants Portal](https://imaresearchgrants.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/home). - Applicants log in with their IMA account to complete and submit proposals. - The portal is always open for Academic Research Grant Program submissions. - Specific application requirements (such as proposal format, budget, or supporting documents) are not detailed in the available materials and should be confirmed via the portal or by contacting IRF. --- ## Additional Information - Projects are evaluated for their relevance, innovation, and potential contribution to the body of knowledge in management accounting. - The IRF encourages projects that are thought-provoking and advance practice or theory in the discipline. - For questions or clarifications, contact the IRF at [research@imanet.org](mailto:research@imanet.org). --- ## External Links - [IMA Research Foundation – Program Overview](https://www.imanet.org/membership/academics/research-foundation) - [IMA Research Grants Application Portal](https://imaresearchgrants.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/home) - [Guidelines for Submitting Research Proposals](https://mc-69e30ef4-758e-4371-ac6f-2657-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/IMA/Files/Home/Membership/Academics/IMAResearchFoundationGuidelinesOct-2025-FINAL.ashx?rev=a88a5aad59ba429990dddb8865f02ec8&hash=75506F975C0BC10972D95A01C7B8CBDB) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-----------------|------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [research@imanet.org](mailto:research@imanet.org) | | IMA Main Contact | [IMA Contact Page](https://www.imanet.org/about-ima/contact-us) | | Phone | (800) 638-4427 |

Academic Research Grant Program

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