IMA Research Grants fund innovative management accounting and financial management research to advance knowledge for academics and practitioners.
Funder: Institute of Management Accountants
Due Dates: January 31, 2027 (IMA Incubator Grant Program) | December 31, 2032 (IMA Research Grants portal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 (Incubator); typical awards up to $10,000 (Doctoral/Academic); over $2M awarded to date.
Summary: Supports innovative research in management accounting and financial management for academics and practitioners.
The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Research Grants, administered by the IMA Research Foundation (IRF), are designed to advance the knowledge and practice of management accounting and financial management. The IRF funds research projects that contribute to the body of knowledge for both academics and practitioners, with a focus on decision support, planning, control, and other key aspects of the management accounting profession. Multiple programs are available, including Academic Research Grants, the Doctoral Scholars Program, and the Incubator Grant Program, each tailored for different career stages and research needs.