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

Rolling (no deadline for Academic Grant proposals)

No explicit maximum; grants typically fund innovative research in management accounting.

Supports research in accounting and finance that advances management accounting, with an emphasis on decision support, planning, and control.

--- ## Description The IMA Research Foundation Academic Grant provides funding for innovative research projects in accounting and finance, with a strong focus on topics relevant to management accounting such as decision support, planning, and control. The program encourages proposals from both academic researchers and qualified industry professionals, provided the research demonstrates practical relevance to core management accounting functions. The aim is to further the knowledge and practice of management accounting and finance, supporting impactful research that benefits both the profession and the broader business community. --- ## Due Dates - There is **no submission deadline** for Academic Grant proposals; applications are accepted on a rolling basis. - Researchers may submit proposals at any time throughout the year. --- ## Funding Amount - No explicit maximum funding amount is stated for the Academic Grant program. - Grants are awarded for innovative, relevant research; past programs have collectively distributed over $2 million in funding. - Funding levels are based on the potential impact and quality of the proposed research. --- ## Eligibility - The **lead researcher** must be: - A full-time faculty member at an accredited college or university, **or** - A qualified industry practitioner with relevant research experience, credentials, or certifications. - Proposals must be in the field of accounting and/or finance, with clear relevance to management accounting functions (decision support, planning, control). --- ## Application Process - Applications should be submitted through the [IMA Application Portal](https://imaresearchgrants.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/home). - Proposals must: - Clearly state research objectives and scope. - Demonstrate practical relevance to management accounting. - Review the [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) before applying. --- ## Additional Information - The program is open internationally to both academics and practitioners. - Proposals are evaluated based on their potential to contribute to the management accounting body of knowledge. - Successful applicants may be required to submit a report or article for IMA publications. --- ## External Links - [IMA Research Foundation Academic Grant Program Overview](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) - [IMA Research Foundation Main Page](https://www.imanet.org/membership/academics/research-foundation) - [IMA Application Portal](https://imaresearchgrants.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/home) - [Proposal Submission Guidelines (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 | Details | |------------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [research@imanet.org](mailto:research@imanet.org) | | IMA Main Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.imanet.org/about-ima/contact-us) | | Phone | (800) 638-4427 |

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