Author: cimastudent
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CIMA 2019 Syllabus
Planning for the CIMA Syllabus Change Are you ready? The updated CIMA syllabus for 2019 comes into effect from the 4th November 2019, which means students sitting objective tests from that date onward will be tested on the new 2019 syllabus which is geared towards finance in a digital age. However, the first set of…
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CIMA Case Studies: November 2019
It feels like the CIMA August case studies have just finished and here we are considering the next cycle of exams. Having just sat the SCS exam a couple of weeks back myself, I felt that my preparation BEFORE the pre-seen analysis was released really helped me hit the ground running for the 6 week’s…
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CIMA PER: Evidence Required
This is the third and hopefully final blog post on the CIMA PER. The reason I am writing this entry is down to the feedback I received from CIMA when submitting my application for assessment. Before I get into that, here are links to my previous blog posts on the CIMA PER. CIMA PER: Practical…
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The CIMA Case Study: Last Minute Advice
Studying for the CIMA Case Studies require a completely different approach from the objective tests. I also find there is also added weight of pressure and expectation that comes with a case study exam. It’s a milestone. It’s three hours long and you will have write somewhere between 3000-4500 words. No select all that apply…
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CIMA SCS Aug 2019: Zoom
The CIMA August 2019 strategic case study is based around a company called Uber, sorry I mean Zoom! Having read the pre-seen materials as I am sitting the exam myself, it’s clear the company is based around the real life company Uber. Which makes it very interesting and relevant as I am sure we have all…
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CIMA MCS Aug 2019: CruiseCalm
The August CIMA MCS Exam will hopefully be smooth sailing as it’s based on a scenario called CruiseCalm (ok, no more puns). CIMA MCS August 2019: Cruise Calm Astranti Course The August 2019 MCS Course from Astranti comes with a PASS GUARANTEE. I used Astranti to pass my MCS exam first time last year, you…
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CIMA OCS Aug 2019: AKL Sparkle
The CIMA OCS August 2019 exam is based around a case study scenario called AKL Sparkle. The first thing that caught my eye was the absence of a logo or motif on the pre-seen materials! I hope, for those who are taking the exam, there has been more effort put into the content of the…
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CIMA Case Studies: August 2019
It’s that time of the CIMA case study cycle when the pre-seen materials will soon be issued and students facing the prospect of an August exam will be brushing up on their E/P/F syllabus knowledge. Personally, I will be taking the SCS exam this August so I will try and share as much as…
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CIMA PER: A hands on guide!
It was over 12 months ago when I wrote a blog post on the CIMA PER – Practical Experience Requirements. It would be an understatement to say,it’s been a popular topic! As I received quite a few additional questions on how to complete the PER. With that in mind, I am revisiting the subject again…
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Passing the CIMA E3 Exam!
The final objective test is done! I passed the CIMA E3 exam last week at the first attempt, which means the SCS exam and PER stand in the way from becoming a CGMA member! Ah, so close. Nevertheless, the CIMA E3 exam was tougher than I expected and that was illustrated by the marginal pass…
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CIMA SCS May 2019: Denby Healthcare
The CIMA SCS pre-seen materials were released last week for the May SCS exam, it’s based around a healthcare company called “Denby Healthcare” – you can find the official pre-seen materials from CIMA here. SCS Astranti May 2019 Course The full SCS course from Astranti is really packed full of resources. Complete pre-seen pack (pre-seen,…
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How I passed the CIMA F3 exam!
Well, it was a welcome surprise to read the magic PASS word on the piece of paper handed to me by the Pearson Vue member of staff. There is always that awkward sense of nervousness when hitting FINISH button on the CIMA objective test. A deep breathe and then greeted with a piece of folded paper. PASS.…
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CIMA MCS May 2019: Jord Homes
CIMA released the pre-seen materials for the May 2019 MCS exam last week, you can find the official document from CIMA here. CIMA MCS May 2019: Jord Homes Astranti Course The May 2019 MCS Course from Astranti comes with a PASS GUARANTEE. I used Astranti to pass my MCS exam first time last year, you…
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CIMA OCS May 2019: VitaMine
The pre-seen materials for the May 2019 OCS were released some days ago, you can find the official document from CIMA here. *please note this blog post has been updated 3rd April to include a 33 minute video of a Q&A session on this case study! Can be found at the bottom of this post.…
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CIMA Strategic Level: A few thoughts…
It’s been a quiet few weeks for me on the blog. This was due to a killer workload during December and year end. Those that follow me on twitter would have seen a few accounting situations that I found myself in! It seems the busy time at work is over, well, for now, so I…
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CIMA Case Study: Pre-Seen Analysis
The pre-seen analysis is the starting point of your exam preparation for the February case studies, you’ve had a month or so since they were released by CIMA but I’m sure the Christmas and New Year put your studies on hold somewhat. Here are my tips on how to approach the pre-seen materials; Read Through…
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CIMA SCS Feb 2019: Vita
Picking up the Easy Marks Sitting a strategic case study exam must be a daunting prospect as it’s the final exam inn your CIMA journey. And I’d imagine there is a tendency to focus on the technical knowledge and pre-seen materials with all your efforts. Nevertheless, you mustn’t neglect the basics in the SCS exam…
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CIMA MCS Feb 2019: Crowncare
The February 2019 case study marks one year since I took and passed the MCS exam, so I can vouch it’s a great time of year to take the MCS – what’s more you get 60 days of study and revision in between the pre-seen materials and the exam date itself. Industry Analysis From previous…
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CIMA OCS Feb 2019: Trigg Adventure
The February 2019 CIMA OCS exam is a great time to take a case study exam. As you’ll have 60 days in between the pre-seen materials being released and the exam day itself – usually you’ll have around 45 days if taking a case study in May/Aug/Nov – so take advantage of this extra time!!…
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CIMA Case Study Answer Planning
The first of a new series of articles; The CIMA Student: INSIGHT takes a hands on approach to subjects and topics that will help you pass your next CIMA exam. CIMA Case Study Answer Planning When faced with a CIMA case study exam you might be tempted to dive straight in and start writing your…
The CIMA Student 