What I wish I'd known before Studying CIMA!

[@Jb96x]

I'm lookong to start my Cima journey soon and it's great to see someone with experience in these exams offering advice to us newbies, thank you for taking time to make these videos, it's greatly appreciate

[@CRAIGO10]

No problem mate! Good luck with your journey & feel free to reach out if ever you have any questions!

[@jayashreepkunju]

Best wishes, Abdullah!

[@evamagone8613]

I am planning to do as well... So one year gone since you left this comment. How did it go ?

[@paulj625]

Finally... Videos on CIMA!! ... It's hard to find them... I can see a ton on ACCA and hardly any on CIMA... Good going mate Subscribed!

[@CRAIGO10]

Where have you been for the last 3 months 👀 welcome! 👌💪

[@trendyfashion1280]

that's true

[@TeapotDaz]

I qualified CIMA in 1993 with first time passes. The best qualification i ever gained. Through CIMA i gained a well-rounded knowledge of industry and commerce unrivalled anywhere. A fantastic investment for anyone

[@CRAIGO10]

Great Testimonial Daz! Guys & Girls! Please seek out Daz’s comment!

[@ziqianlim8324]

The tip on pen&paper is really on point! I only found that out a few days before my first exam and it threw me off guard haha

[@CRAIGO10]

I think this one throws everybody off! I turned off for my first exam not knowing, and man it rocked me hahhaha!

[@jerarrdpandohe4256]

I appreciate your content man, really great stuff

[@CRAIGO10]

I appreciate you & your comment man 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@figotech3159]

Bro wat a cool dude you are you have replied to every single comment subscribed u man and thanks for info

[@CRAIGO10]

I try my best fella 😬🤣

[@gangadaranramalingam5107]

Brilliant points craigo. Cheers

[@CRAIGO10]

Top man 👍🏻👍🏻

[@martinmensah-baah8333]

Hi great content! I'm planning on starting my CIMA journey this year and have exemptions for all 4 certificate level exams. The problem is I believe I have forgotten most of the concepts required for these exams. Is it still advisable to exempt myself for these exams or will this impact me when studying for the higher levels? Thanks

[@CRAIGO10]

Hey! Thank you! I would take the exemptions, but the textbooks & relearn. You’ve learnt the content before so it will be possible to remember. You’ll be fine going into operational! 😁

[@dejimmy7504]

Thanks CRAIGO, you’ve got yourself a new subscriber! 👊🏻 I’ve done my AAT and now I’m looking to do my CIMA. If my company doesn’t provide the opportunity to gain the work experience required for CIMA (because I’m stuck in an accounts payable position), is it best that I move to a new company first before starting CIMA? Because there is no point in starting my exams when I’m not building up the 3 years work experience, right? Thanks mate, keep up the great content 🔥

[@CRAIGO10]

Nice one mate! Great to meet you! I’d say at this point having a position in accounts payable is fine, you can use this towards the work experience element (PER) of CIMA. I would certainly recommend only 1 to 1.5 years in core Accounts Payable and then I recommend some alternative experience. I guess look at the bigger picture, who is funding it as this may affect your decision? There isn’t a right or wrong really! Thanks man - appreciate it - hope that helped! 🔥

[@shayaanimran3522]

Top videos mate- just started E2, had all exemptions previously, doing online evening classes and was wondering what’s the best way to go about revision? Shall I make notes on the text book after each lesson and then cover exams practise questions on that chapter?

[@CRAIGO10]

Thanks buddy - I appreciate that!! Spot on mate, the perfect formula is a mix of everything. Theory revision, practice questions, mock exams! Just make sure to revise with purpose. Set yourself goals for each session. Not having a purpose to each session will mean procrastination :) Good luck!

[@sasihle3056]

Your introduction 😂💥💥 Thank you so much for this video!

[@CRAIGO10]

Hahahah! Glad you liked it!! Was just having a bit of fun! Thank you sir :)

[@TofunmiOlagoke]

Hi there, thanks for your content. Just wanted to ask if you can write Strategic Level OT's before writing the Management Level Case Study

[@CRAIGO10]

Hey! I’m afraid not, the case study exams must be sat before moving onto the next level.

[@dammylola2421]

About to start my CIMA journey and I find this very helpful

[@CRAIGO10]

I’m glad!! Good luck with your journey 😄

[@karag4487]

How you doing with your journey?

[@jasonfarrell7559]

Alright, i am new to this life! I am wanting to be an accountnat and haven't a clue where to start. My uncle an experienced accountant reccomended CIMA, ACCA and AAT for starting off. So i don't know anything as i don't know whether whats better at getting me started off in this career path or whether online courses is held in the same regard as a college course, if you understand my meaning. And im a full time worker as a chef in Ireland and just need to know where to start in this wild goose chase. What equipment would i need where would i start as i really don't know what any of these terms are as i am like a baby to all this.

[@CRAIGO10]

I'd recommend you do a lot of research into CIMA, ACCA & AAT. AAT is a qualification that can be done before CIMA/ACCA, however you may have been to university and not required to do so. You'll need to check. Think about your end goal, what career do you want, research CIMA/ACCA and understand which one will allow you to reach your ideal career. You'll need nothing more than a laptop, pen & paper for any of it. You'll also need to think about how you're going to fund it. I recommend getting a position at a company where they're willing to fund your qualification, else it's very expensive!

[@DavidHoughton17]

CIMA exams are tough and disheartening. I was ok till the E2 paper and yeah F2 just stumped me. How does anyone gets 90 mins to finish this paper for someone like me who is slightly dyslexic. :-(

[@CRAIGO10]

They are really tough, let alone having dyslexia. Is there nothing that CIMA offers like additional time? Keep grinding mate, you got this!

[@NeilCWCampbell]

You should get special dispensation.. In fact it currently UK law..

[@TheVredeHunter]

I learned the hard way no pen and paper is allowed lol. I passed but that was tough

[@CRAIGO10]

Hahaha! I had a shock in my first exam too! Shocked to use a whiteboard pen & laminated card 😂

[@TheVredeHunter]

@@CRAIGO10 so just want to make clear, Kaplan is your recommendation for study material?

[@ruthabalo7531]

really helpful thank you!

[@CRAIGO10]

Thank you! Glad you took some value from it!! 😀

[@Hakuu_A19]

Hi Craigo! Thanks for the tips 👌 Just wanted to ask what you would recommend me do because I'm looking to do CIMA with my graduate job and would be dropped into the MCS having had exemptions from the rest. Should I spend time revising all the previous content again including the certificate level? Also, could you explain briefly what is required of you to complete the 3 years practical work experience? Thanks

[@CRAIGO10]

Hey - my pleasure. Yes for sure - you'll get exemptions up to MCS as at some point you will have studied towards the required content. You'll need to re-learn for the MCS, give yourself sufficient time to relearn material, in my opinion at least 3 months given the volume. Regarding PER, i've done a video on the process here, give it a watch :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpXCe4eQZZuBd68

[@Hakuu_A19]

@@CRAIGO10 Thank you so much for the reply! So do you recommend revising all the operational + management level content as well as certificate level in preparation for MCS? Also, binging your videos have been super helpful in building my understanding of this qualification 👍

[@CRAIGO10]

Yes I would, you really need to have a full understanding of the total syllabus! Thank you mate I'm glad you find them useful :)

[@anveraman]

I want to get degree in computational finance so for my A/L I have choose Accounting and ICT and I need to choose another subject between business studies and economics, which would be beneficial for me to career path?

[@CRAIGO10]

Don’t over sweat it mate. I would probably opt for Economics but they’re both good options

[@StockList]

Great video thank you

[@CRAIGO10]

Very welcome sir!

[@rosroyal1740]

Sir i wrote my f2 exams and failed, I think am ready to give it another try .My greatest challenge was dragging the questions that was time consuming into the box, so i kept skipping by the time i decided to go back and attempt i couldn't find them, is there a way you can help with a short viedo on how to dragg difficult questions into the box?

[@CRAIGO10]

Either flag them or leave them unanswered. That’ll highlight them on the summary sheet for when you’ve finished & ready to go back :)

[@business6938]

I’ve been looking into CIMA, do you know of the certificate in Business Accounting can actually lead to any form of employment while you move on to the professional qualification? Can’t seem to find any info on any opportunities it can open.

[@CRAIGO10]

Many graduate from university with exemptions through experience of their university course, which ultimately leads them to employment, I'd say yes!

[@mohammeda6719]

I was planning to do the ACCA but I’m buzzing now that I’ve found out about the CIMA masters gateway route

[@CRAIGO10]

Great choice - good luck!

[@madhavaganesh1504]

Please do a video about practical experience requirements

[@CRAIGO10]

The videos are just around the corner mate! 😄

[@damianooi8261]

I have heard and read lots of comments saying ACCA is more prestigious and practical than CIMA.. I don't know if this is true statement or not. I am planning to study diploma in performing management this year tho

[@CRAIGO10]

Thats what is believed. Honestly I don't think anyone would turn me down for having CIMA over ACCA, but that's only from experience!

[@annafarzanacarlisle]

How was the diploma? Have you sit for the P1 paper?

[@tao6775]

Planning to sit for my OCS exams later this year. I just subscribed to your channel and I'm already feeling motivated despite not been active with studies for a good 6 years.

[@CRAIGO10]

So glad you’re taking value from my channel! You can do this 😄

[@fcmania2024]

How long will it take to finish the CIMA Operational Level? Could you please recommend how to sit for the Operational Level exams ( every two , three or four months like wise)?

[@CRAIGO10]

Everyones journey is unique. I aimed to complete all of the exams in 6/7 weeks!

[@Khushiverma266]

Can AI take over the job of CIMA in future??

[@CRAIGO10]

Probably, possibly, maybe 🤔😵‍💫

[@nii_jamesbrown4128]

The last point got me laughing tho. A pass is a pass. Interviewers look at the certificate not the marks.

[@CRAIGO10]

🤣🤣 let’s not beat around the bush here, let’s talk facts.

[@veerasuraj3277]

is it a right option to opt for a minors in cima with a major in engineering?

[@CRAIGO10]

That’s a personal choice, one I can not tell you the answer too!

[@bethnewton6674]

Great video. I have done my certificate level, completed E1 and sitting P1 soon. I once had an interview for a job, where the FD said my best advice was to complete CIMA as quick as possible - if you drag it out employers will view this as you have lack of commitment. At the moment, i am finance manager and trying to balance everything - which as you probably know can be challenging. It is looking that I will have passed my CIMA qualification around the 4.5 years mark. Do you think this is too long? I'd love to get your views on this.

[@CRAIGO10]

I can see that argument, but if you can see someone working through it progressively, 2 year or 4.5 years I think that comment is unfair. I would argue that 4.5 is too long, but then I did finish it in 2 years, 4 months so I would say that. It isn’t clear cut, ability, available time, demands of their role all come into the ability to work through the exams.

[@tao6775]

Same shoes, previously passed E1 and P1 under the old syllabus and was actually allowed proceed to case study exams without F1. Considering the period of time I have been working and away from my books - I'm considering to study all 3 from scratch in preparation for my OCS exams later this year.

[@mv1731]

Hi craigo. Nice mentorship. Thank you so much🙏. I am going to sit for management case study as I have Exemptions for the rest. As being my first Cima exam. Can you please guide me. 🙏 I have got astranti books will that help.

[@CRAIGO10]

Hey man - thank you. If it was me I would spend an extensive amount of time studying & relearning the previous material from the exams, all before MCS are examinable. Only then would I sign up to a tuition course & attempt to sit the exam as the turnaround is pretty quick (6-7 weeks)!

[@aadilhamzabhai]

Hello dear, quick question if you can help- I have exemptions in CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ACCOUNTING - All 4 papers. Can I claim my certificate of CBA from the institute? Thanks

[@CRAIGO10]

Of course you can 😀

[@SoundSafari64]

Could you please some exam tips about CIMA P1 exam?

[@CRAIGO10]

Learn the accounting techniques, Balance the time you spend on Theory also, Lots of exam practice & ensure you're capable enough to attack the exam at the required speed

[@karthikramesh7037]

I have my ocs on Friday.🙏

[@CRAIGO10]

Good luck boss!!! Let me know how you get on!

[@DarrellHolmes-q3u]

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[@jincyjohney9617]

Is it possible to give some tips on the masters gateway exam

[@CRAIGO10]

Masters Gateway exam is the Management level case study! Check out my case study videos for tips 😬

[@ridhisingla9025]

sir I'm an international student moving to London next month for persuing graduation in east London. can u please advice me how to prepare for CIMA exam along with university study, and what kind of practical experience do I need to acquire for becoming a CIMA member and how can I acquire this practical experience ? whether we can just study the academics of CIMA and ignore the practical experience , what benefits r available in that case? please guide me I'm a fresher here. I have studied accountancy, mathematics and economics in class 12th

[@CRAIGO10]

I would recommend going onto the CIMA website and checking the PER requirements and what is specifically required. You'll be able to understand what is required in your role to meet the requirements. You cannot ignore the requirements. I'll be very suprised if you're doing CIMA alongside university, I recommend completing after university and utilise the exemptions. You could also go down the apprenticeship route. Good luck!

[@ridhisingla9025]

@@CRAIGO10 sir actually I don't have much time for persuing studies after completing my university i have to undertake a job immediately after University so that's why i prefer to study for cima alongside with University. About the working requirements i have already gone through dat, I'm confused regarding what kind of jobs are available in uk for dat for a university student

[@CRAIGO10]

Why not, what's going to happen?

[@ridhisingla9025]

@@CRAIGO10 sir I have some family problems so i can't spend much time on studies so dat's y i only have 4 -5 years for study and finding a suitable job else I have to settle down as per my parents choice

[@kekelele636]

​​@@ridhisingla9025 Don't follow your parents. I'm sure London have opportunities for foreigner graduates. Finish your degree, work and take advantage of the exemption. Take CIMA alongside your work. Taking CIMA alongside university is beneficial- given it not disturb your study- if only you have money and your degree aren't related to accounting/business at all.

[@leylahseele5981]

Oh God I want to register for CIMA? How long is the program ?

[@CRAIGO10]

16 exams & as long as they take you. Good luck!

[@alorcynthia5494]

Please, how can one get past questions for practice as it’s very hard to get these past questions

[@CRAIGO10]

Astranti - Study & Revision Material - astranti.com/amember/aff/go/craigo Just what you need! Although there are many tuition companies with plenty of practice questions.

[@barbs_fr_]

WHAT IS BPP?

[@CRAIGO10]

A tuition provider 😄

[@sbonilethobeka7142]

Doing my final year BCom Acc degree, how do I apply for CIMA?

[@CRAIGO10]

Register on CIMA’s website & follow the steps 😬

[@sbonilethobeka7142]

@@CRAIGO10 thanks, is it still open for 2023 sory for the many questions..

[@CRAIGO10]

I don't believe it ever closes :)

[@renyroy4095]

Hi,am an ACCA qualified ,am interested to do CIMA....... Would that benefit me more

[@CRAIGO10]

I really wouldn't bother, what are you hoping to get out of it?

[@renyroy4095]

I just asked if i do CIMA ..would that give me additionall benefits. ..or its like it has equal benefits as ACCA has in the market Is it far more difficult than ACCA And do we get exemptions in CIMA by ACCA

[@CRAIGO10]

depends what career you want? But in a management accountancy profession, would probably give you nothing!

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[@CRAIGO10]

I’d ask whether you think I’m in the position to know this?

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[@CRAIGO10]

@@bathulakondababu8598 I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?

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[@bhadrinath4191]

Do Acca or icaew The best

[@CRAIGO10]

Depends what career you want!

[@RandomTim84]

Erm.... you ARE given pen and paper in a test centre.

[@CRAIGO10]

Laminated paper and a whiteboard pen..

[@RandomTim84]

@CRAIGO an actual pen and paper, made from a tree. That's what I've been given on all my exams.

[@CRAIGO10]

@@RandomTim84 a pen made from a tree? 🤪 unless rules have changed, CIMA do not allow proper pen & paper!

[@RandomTim84]

@CRAIGO crazy that. I have been furnished with such tools for all CIMA exams. Maybe my "local" test centre is unaware lol.

[@CRAIGO10]

Yeah! In my opinion it's one thing that needs to change!

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[@MatTy-zw5pb]

I’ve known people who studied cima and passed and they were thick as two short planks, surely cima has to be easy to achieve if thick people are passing

[@CRAIGO10]

It takes an unintelligent person to make that judgement. You don’t need to be clever to pass CIMA, you just need to exercise hard work!

[@MatTy-zw5pb]

@@CRAIGO10 so to be clear someone thick as two short planks can pass cima?

[@CRAIGO10]

That comment isn't worth my time mate. Anybody can do anything if they put their mind to it.

[@ngomusacherncy8432]

Wow @ Mat Ty... seriously? I respect the channel owner for having not deleted your comment and muted you.