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

March 15, 2026 (extension) | January 31, 2027 (annual recurring)

Up to $5,000 per project; projects typically last up to one year.

Supports early-stage or exploratory research in management accounting, enabling feasibility studies and concept development for future in-depth projects.

--- ## Description The IMA Incubator Grant Program, administered by the IMA Research Foundation, provides funding for early-stage or exploratory research in management accounting and closely related fields. The program is designed to help both inexperienced researchers and established academics who are seeking resources to conduct feasibility studies or further develop innovative ideas and concepts. Projects funded under this program are generally preliminary in nature and intended to lay the groundwork for subsequent, more comprehensive empirical research. The program emphasizes research that is relevant, thought-provoking, and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in accounting and financial management. --- ## Due Dates - March 15, 2026: Extended submission deadline for the 2025–2026 Call for Incubator Grants. - January 31, 2027: Annual recurring deadline for the IMA Incubator Grant Program. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $5,000 per project. - Projects are expected to be completed within one year. --- ## Eligibility - Open to both inexperienced researchers and experienced researchers. - Suitable for those conducting feasibility studies or refining new research concepts in management accounting or related areas. - No specific institutional, disciplinary, or geographic restrictions are stated, but applicants should confirm any additional eligibility criteria on the [IMA Research Foundation website](https://www.imanet.org/membership/academics/research-foundation) or by contacting the program directly. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [IMA Research Grants online portal](https://imaresearchgrants.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/home). - Applicants are required to log in with an IMA account. - Detailed application guidelines and requirements can be accessed via the portal or by reviewing the information posted on the IMA Research Foundation website. - For questions, contact [research@imanet.org](mailto:research@imanet.org). --- ## Additional Information - Projects should be exploratory or preliminary, serving as a foundation for future, more extensive research. - Proposals will be evaluated for their relevance, potential impact, and contribution to the management accounting profession. - The IMA Research Foundation has awarded over $2 million in research grants to date. --- ## External Links - [IMA Research Foundation – Program Overview](https://www.imanet.org/membership/academics/research-foundation) - [Start Application – IMA Incubator Grant Program](https://imaresearchgrants.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/submissions/create?solicitationId=3&force=True&skipCheckIfUserHasSubmissions=&createFromLinkedSolicitation=) - [Incubator Grant Program Description (PDF)](https://mc-69e30ef4-758e-4371-ac6f-2657-cdn-endpoint.azureedge.net/-/media/IMA/Files/Home/Membership/Academics/Research-Foundation/Academic-Incubator-Grant-Descriptions.ashx?rev=a659ffc37d844550844cb9113babf9a7&hash=6D5DFECA702F39BB1182E413287AAB14) - [General Guidelines for Submitting Research Proposals (PDF)](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 | Contact Type | Details | |--------------|---------| | Email | [research@imanet.org](mailto:research@imanet.org) | | General Info | [IMA Contact Page](https://www.imanet.org/about-ima/contact-us) | | Phone | (800) 638-4427 | ---

IMA Incubator Grant Program

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