Everyone studies in their way. And we all need to take care of ourselves as we juggle the demands on our time. On the path to achieving your dream to become a management accountant, remember that studying for the exams should feel possible, not overwhelming.
With AICPA® & CIMA®, you have a variety of study tools to strike the right balance and reduce study stress.
You decide what works best for you.
You can create a personalised study plan that accommodates your other priorities. And the CGMA® Study Hub provides everything you need — study guides, exam resources, articles, webinars and well-being tips — to support that effort.
1. One-to-one (1-2-1) study support
As presented in a CGMA candidate’s testimonial, the power of study support is massive. Add personalisation to that advice and support, and it becomes invaluable. Through the CGMA Study Hub, you can book a free one-on-one consultation session. A CGMA exam coach will advise you, based on your specific circumstances.
2. Peer connection with a study group
Connecting with others who share a common goal provides emotional support and builds a bond based on a shared sense of purpose. In the Facebook study group, you can connect with thousands of active CGMA candidates to share experiences as you move through the CGMA syllabus.
3. Easy-to-follow guides
Exam resources are presented in clear guides in the CGMA Study Hub with answers to all your burning questions.
An onboarding guide provides tips for time management, instructions for booking an exam, and details of an exam’s structure, including tables and formulae.
Exam rules — covering policies, exemptions, timetable and fees, calculator guide, pass rates and more — give essential background to clarify your journey. Plus, you’ll find answers to questions your peers have already asked about exams, including questions about taking exams online.
4. Videos with exam tips
Learning what you can expect from exams removes the fear of the unknown.
When you want a break from reading, watch videos to demystify your exam journey. Each short video covers answers to top questions, steps for checking in and beginning your exam, and information about using the whiteboard available during online exams.
5. Mock exams for hands-on exam prep
At your convenience, you can test your knowledge and become familiar with the exams format.
Tutorials are free computer-based assessments that include questions you could be asked during objective tests and case study exams at each level of the CGMA syllabus: Operational, Management and Strategic.
Based on each level, the mock objective test questions are structured around subjects and include scenarios you would experience in a professional setting. Case study exam tutorials include pre-seen materials, model answers and marking guidance.
Understanding the types of questions and how questions are asked allows you to go into an exam confidently. When you’re ready, take an exam for a test drive.
6. Well-being resources
Self-care is so important. Maintaining health and well-being can sometimes be challenging.
The study hub has a well-being tab where you’ll find tips, articles, TED talk playlists and more with insights about how to care for the mind, body and life.
Everyone experiences stress. Our goal is to help you manage yours.
Study support comes in more than one size.
CGMA study resources are readily available. You don’t need to experience unnecessary worry or weight on your shoulders.
As you move through the CGMA syllabus and towards the CGMA designation, support is available every step of the way.
