A total of 60 teams from 10 Nigerian universities are set to showcase their skills and talents at the CGMA Business Leader Challenge for 2025, organized by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). This annual competition, now in its third year, provides a platform for aspiring financial and business leaders to develop their business acumen, leadership and decision-making skills.
In the competition, organized by CIMA, the world’s largest professional body for management accountants, participating teams will tackle real-world business challenges and present their solutions to a panel of experienced former professionals. According to Ijeoma Anadozie,
Associate Director for Nigeria at CIMA, the challenge is designed to foster the growth of future leaders in finance and business.
“We are confident that this year’s participants will exhibit the same energy and drive, gaining invaluable experience in teamwork, communication and leadership along the way,” Anadozie said. The competition has seen notable growth, going from 30 teams in its inaugural edition to 60 teams competing this year.
The challenge is expected to run through November, with the final event scheduled for December, where five teams will compete for the grand prize, which includes the CGMA Financial Leadership Program and the opportunity to intern at a leading company.