Best CMA Exam Review Courses & CMA Exam Prep 2021

Thanks for the information. However when I look at Gleim’s study unit list, I have a hard time mapping it with CMA exam topics. How are we be convinced that Gleim offers review courses that no more/less than we should study?

i would like to learn CMA free lessons

Which writer(Hock, Gleim and Wiley) book is best for CMA(USA) preparation?

Dear Stephanie
I have a friend selling his Gleim and Hock 2017 material How updated is HOCK and Gleim material comparing to 2018?

I am really happy that you have clarified my doubts & boosting my confidence.thak you so much Madam

Going through this article I have gained Conference.

What happened to the CFA site?

Once we register, do we get any study materials sent to us?…for instance, when I took the first part of the CFA exam I was sent like 7 textbooks upon registration…

Dear Stephanie

Among all the courses above, how much are the videos help to understand the topics and would you please suggest the best videos for CMA review out there?
I want to learn MCQs questions thru an instructor or videos please give me the best advise

Hi, can I know where in Bangalore can I get coaching taking me through Gleim CMA material and guarantee pass?

I am seriously comtemplating about signing up for the CMA. I am curious if it’s recommended to get the current year’s study materials (ex. 2018), or is it “good enough” to buy the prior year’s (2017 or 2016)?

Second, do you believe without an accounting or finance degree that simply by having completed the CMA that employers will seek those with a CMA WITHOUT an accounting/finance degree over someone with an accounting or finance degree? Just curious of your thoughts…

Thanks for all the time you put into your website and I apologize if these two questions were answered already.

Hi Stephanie,

I’ve been reading over and reading over your review course comparisons for the last 6 months or so. I’m finally in a position to start making a selection, but I noticed that in your 2017 edition, there were pictures and links. In this current edition (2018), there are no helpful visual graphics in your side-by-side comparisons at the top. I’ve tried accessing this page from Chrome, IE, and Edge. Nothing ever comes up but the text and a few links throughout your analysis.

Do you know anything about this? Will these be updated soon? Your side-by-side visual really does help me see everything all at once, especially features only displayed by your pictures (ex: audio availability).

Thanks for your time,

Patricia

hi,

I have Wiley and gleim from 2015. is it possible to use them for june and september exams ?
I also need test bank. wich author can you advise me to buy ? Gleim, Wiley or Hock ???

Regards

hey !
it will be a great help if you can arrange one demo video classes for each of the above institute ?

Hi,

I am considering to get Wiley CMAExcel Course Review Silver or Gold. There is a big different between them in terms of price (450usd). Is getting Gold really worth or Silver Package will do the job? Thank you for your reply in advance. I am really confused what to get.

Ozgur

Stephanie,

I really appreciate the information that you have provided! Is it possible to waive portions of the CMA exam if a candidate has passed the CPA?

Hi Stephanie,

I have Wiley CMAExcel 2017 Part 1 study materials. I am planning taking the exam in the Jan/Feb 2018 window. Are those suitable for 2018 exam? Also, I am planning on studying from Wiley and later on using Gleim’s test bank for practice tests. Is that a good idea? Thank you.

hii

I have CMA gliem material 2015 edition …. and i have hock 2017 edition too … i found that I can study better from gliem but I do not have more money after I bought Hock … can I continue my study from 2015 gleim .. is there any changes in gliem 2017 ?? …. I need your advice …. thank you very much for your time .

Hi Mam,

I am an Indian guy working in Finance in Saudi Arabia . I have decided to go for CMA by the starting of Nov’17 . I am in a confusion to decide which is the best course for me. I find Gleim & Hock attractive . But I would request you to advise me on selecting the better one based on Time and cost as determining factors. Also could you please let me know joining for the either of the above said two would give me a discount for IMA membership and entrance fee. i have received an offer from Edupristine saying they would help me finish the course with $1090 . + Offering 30% discount on IMA membership & entrance fee. Appreciate your help.

Thanks!

Dear Stephaine,

I wanted to take exam on Feb 2nd week 2018. Can I scheduled like that in CMA USA?

Br
Ravi

Hi Stephanie,

Thanks for creating this great site!

I wish I’ve came across this a few years back. I am now working on Gleim’s free trial. I really like the format. I am planning to take the exam early next year. Do you think I should buy it now or wait for any updates for 2018 edition?

Hi Stephanie,

You have been very helpful in clearing the doubts. I have got some doubts as well.

This Certification is new to me, so I want to know when should I aim to apply for the Jan/Feb window ?
Secondly, it seems that the exam has no specific date unlike other examinations? We have to choose one ourselves? Suppose I wish to appear for the paper in Feb and not Jan, is there a chance I may not get appointment in that period when I apply ?

Greetings Stephanie,

I am considering taking the CMA. I graduated 4 years ago with bachelor degree in Business administration. So I have some background in accounting. Although it wasn’t my area of interest due to its difficulty. But now I want to boost my career and I thought CMA should help.

My question is due to the time length between my graduation date and now, I for sure need to refresh my study like it is the first time. so I need to cover every concept of accounting with great details in explanation. So which one do you recommend that its curriculum covers details.

Thanks

Dear Stephanie,

I would like to be a financial accountant. Which course if preferable? CMA or ACCA?

I don’t have accounting background, but I am working on Financial application for a couple of years now.
I am leaning towards Gleim but as you mentioned it will be tough to follow.
Do you recommend Wiley for a non accounting background, or any other text books to prepare before Gleim ?

Hi Stephaine,

I wanted to register for CMA USA course planning for Jan/Feb 2018 Exam. When can i register? can i can any discount ?

hey ,
i am thinking of starting my preparation for the jan-feb window for part 1, but i have heard that the syllabus might change. I have the latest wiley material with me.
Will it be a problem for me if I don’t give the exam in the sep-oct window?
Can i give the exam with the same material in jan-feb?
please help

Currently using Wiley, finding answers on study questions in the individual modules do not always match the answers in the test bank. Also, some of the answers are incorrect, you can check them verbatim to the outline reading materials. I am a little disappointed with needing to have to ask myself if I really think I got an answer wrong or if it is just another error. At least there are discussions boards where I can research if anyone else had the same issue and of course google. I would recommend buying another product. It’s hard to trust this one.

I passed both parts 1st time using Gleim. Scored 390 on pt1 and 430 on pt2. I regret spending too much time reading the book over and over and going over the 2 MC exams for every unit multiple times. I did no other MC questions outside the “Evaluation” and “Post-review” exams. If I had, I would have scored higher and had less doubt during those 6 weeks of exam grading. There were questions in a form that I had not come across – particularly Learning Curve Analysis and Budgeting (calculating ending cash)

I’m sure the form of question would have been covered in some of the thousands of MC questions available on Gleim website, I just didn’t practice enough questions.

I have started using Beckers Cma course. But you havent listed beckers course here. Is it okai for me to continue with beckers for CMA ?

I now starting to think on doing CMA and now I am 12 th passed student in india .how do I start doing it any suggestions

Hi Stephanie,

I am a software developer with a Btech degree. I have no experience with accounting.
I would like to take CMA and change my career.
Will I get job oppurtunities if I pass CMA with an engineering background.

Hi Stephanie,
Do you have an updated review of Becker? My employer recommended that I use that program and is willing to pay for it, regardless of whether I sit for the CMA or not.
Also, what study program do you recommend for a non-traditional accountant? I have a B.S. degree with only one real accounting class under my belt and have been learning accounting on the job from our CFO. 3 years ago I started as an AP, AR & Payroll Clerk and have moved up into the accounting manager position. I am starting to take on controller duties now and with managerial accounting experience starting to build up am looking into the CMA for further promotion down the road. Thanks. -Jeff

hi, I never work as MA since completed the program in2008 , till now I want to get a job again and they required for CMA so is it hard to pass the CMA ? and what’s book or course should I study ?

Hello,enrolled for CMA classes with an instructor who’s academy is officially partnering with Wiley. Thanks to that, I have received Wiley text books and the online access to the question bank. However, my personal feeling is that the level of the test bank is low as compared to the actual exam, because of which I have been unable to clear the papers, in-spite of doing the questions.

Please provide suggestions whether I should switch to Gleim in terms of prep…

Hi Stephanie,

I hope you are well. I wanted to get your opinion regarding test prep materials. I took part 2 of the CMA exam back in 2015 and came up short with a score of 330. I started a new job shortly thereafter and was too busy to start over again and retest. Things have slowed down now and I’m considering taking another shot at it. I still have the 2015 Wiley text book and flash cards. Has much changed with the exam since 2015 because I would like to use my same materials rather than purchase new text books? I would also like to supplement my materials with a subscription to online mcq’s and test banks. You had stated that you like the Gleim mcq’s and test banks better than Wiley’s. Do you think I could use the Gleim online content to supplement my Wiley materials or am I better off just using Wiley’s online content?

Thanks,
Shawn

Hi Stephanie,
First of all thanks a lot for your support on our way to the CMA! Your website and explanations are really of great help!

I have two brief questions regarding the general structure of the learning units / sections in the preparation materials of Gleim vs Wiley (CMA Part 1):

Wiley uses the “official” structure to cluster the CMA-relevant topics, i.e. the following five sections:
Section A. External Financial Reporting Decisions
Section B. Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
Section C. Performance Management
Section D. Cost Management
Section E. Internal Controls

Gleim, on the other hand, does not follow this structure. They apply “their own” clustering into “study units”, e.g.:
1. External Financial Statements and Revenue Recognition
2. Measurement, Valuation, and Disclosure: Investments and Short-Term Items
3. Measurement, Valuation, and Disclosure: Long-Term Items
…

My questions:
1. Would you consider Gleim’s structure a disadvantage compared to Wiley as it deviates from the “official” IMA CMA structure?
2. Can I be sure that all relevant topics are covered by Gleim (even though they might be clustered differently)?

Thanks in advance!

Stephanie,
Great reviews!
I already have the 2015 Wiley CMAexcel Learning System study books and flash cards. I purchased these through the CMA Academy 2 years ago along with Nathan’s video lectures and test bank. I took Part 1 before completing the program and did not pass. Fast forward to today… the original access to the test bank has expired.

Question: I just need to purchase a new test bank – what do you recommend? Also, the CMA Academy video lectures are so long, I would prefer to set a set that are more compact (fewer hours.)

I don’t see that any of the packages offer “just a test bank,” or “just a test bank & video lectures.” I don’t want to repurchase study books that I already have. I like what you said about the Wiley CMAexcel lectures. I used Wiles CPAexcel video lectures during a college course and loved those, so I think they would be my first choice.

Thank you!

Hello ? ? ?
I’m pursuing Degree and same time doing CMA PART 1, I’m using Rigos Material, in this one Most of areas are difficult to Understand, because of it’s using hard language (Congested) if you are Experienced Guy in Accounts and Management studies like ACCA /CA / MBA or even that’s you are a Completed Degree person You can do that, otherwise…… You should take Risk,Wiley Hock and GLIEM are Very Best ones to Understand the Topics,…..

does gleim cma has unlimited life time access like hock ?it say conditions apply .could you please reveal the condition

Hi sir,
I am complete my BBA, now i am doing CMA. Can I doing CA with any paper concession.Can I work in any European countrie. Please give me an advice.
With thanks

Thanks for the comparison. I am based in India and was thinking of enrolling into a classroom training because I think it would be better to have a fact to face interactive training where concepts could be explained in details and also doubts can be cleared quickly. Unfortunately Gleim doesn’t have any classroom training tie-up in India as i wanted to go with Gleim simply beacuse it’s the best. Please could you suggest if I should go either with Wiley or Hock since they do have presence in India in terms of classroom training, or do you think Gleim course is still good enough and cater to all my needs.

Hi Stephanie,

I’m a bit confused regarding the study materials. What Gleim offers are review courses and review materials. Does that mean that I have to buy the study materials elsewhere and then buy the review materials from Gleim? Or are the review materials by Gleim the study materials for CMA? Thank you.

Hy,

I understand Gleim is recommendable. can you tell me If I purchase Gleim then averagely how much time I should have to give for study in a day.

Regard’s,
Farhan

Hi
May I know the pass mark for CMA PART2 EXAM
Thanks

Hi Stephanie,

This question might sound silly but im intend to go with Gleim, but just wonder is the test bank really that important in part of the study? I really have limited fund towards the course materials. And was lucky to able to get the textbook on secondhand. So your suggestion and advise would be much appreciated.

Cheers,
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Hi Stephanie,

I am in Netherlands and work as a financial professional for a few years (first audit, financing, controlling). I plan to do CMA in Jan/Feb & May/Jun 2017, probably full time preparation from Oct 2016. But not sure which review course I should choose. Can you give some advice. Thanks in advance.

Hello,

Please any one can help me out as I am still wondering that how can I study CMA USA course here in Pakistan ??? Who is the authorized and legitimate tution provider here in Pakistan ??? And how I will make the payments and how will I can communicate with IMA for the same ???

Thanks,

I read somewhere that part of the Experience requirements is to work under a CMA for at least two years. Is this accurate? I didn’t see this on the IMA website anywhere but I wanted to be sure. I have been in accounting for over 10 years but never worked with a CMA…

Hey,
I am an Indian. What should I do to earn a CMA(US) title and also earn ICAI membership through MOU?

Hello Stephanie,

I am new to the CMA USA course. If I were to compare the following study material i.e. Wiley Package / Hock / Rigos which would be the one to pick…

Would like to consider the content along with the price

Thanks
Zenoh

Hi Stephanie,
Good day to you, thank you for all this reviews. I intend to take CMA this December and do the part 2 in January, i enjoy learning by watching videos and question practice, which review course would you recommend for me. I already have ACCA so i understand Accounting concepts pretty much. i pretty sure i can pass both exams in the same window if i have access to the right video lecture.

Hi Stephanie,

I have more experience in forecasting and budgeting than accounting. After testing the free demo from Gleim and Wiley, I am thinking the Gleim review would be best for me, but was wondering if you might know of a good supplementary accounting book or resource in case I need it?

Thank you,

John

Hi,

I am B COM /MBA graduate interested to do CMA.
Please help me out to answer some of the queries:

1) which is the best material you suggest with all your experience?
2)what is the normal time taken to complete the study of CMA part 1 ?
3)will self study apply to my studies with the above attached qualification?
4)after the registration when can i attend the exam (part 1) ?

looking forward with your replies……

Regards…

chinnu

Hi Stephanie,

I am planning to write the CMA exam in oct 16. I’m as new to CMA as one could be. I didnt even know about this certification 3/4 days ago. I had heard about CPA though. However, I have Masters Finance from the US and passed CFA level-1 a few years ago. I am low on budget and I’d have preferred to buy used books online.:) However, it looks like that’s not an option as IMA recently changed the syllabus/patter of the exam. Alternatively, here is what I am thinking- buy Hock Text Books and Questions for Part2 (As suggested by your site I’m going for the low hanging fruit, part2, based on my CFA background) for $299. I’m hoping as long as I can hit +75% on all my end-of-section quizzes and mock exams, I should be good to go. Am I right or am I underestimating the CMA exam?

Also, I am thinking of using same Hock $299 material for Part1 and appear for the exam after I can hit +75% on quizzes and mocks. I studied Financial Statement Analysis and Fin Planning duirng my masters. So, do you think this will work for part1 too? or I will need Gleim?

I am using 75% benchmark as Hock for their $999 course provide ‘you pass or we pay’ guarantee for students who can hit 75% on quizzes and mocks.

Thanks and your site is incredible gift for CMA aspirants.

Hi Stephanie,
Thank you for all the useful information and advice on your website. It is great tool and source of comfort for me as I undergo the CMA process!
I used the Wiley System in conjunction with a review course at a university to prepare for Part 1 exam. I spent an additional 5 months after the class prepping for the exam and found the test bank to the most useful tool in retaining and understanding the CMA Part I material. I also found that I did better with self study than the review course that was moving at a quick pace, and I needed more time with each subject. The questions on the CMA exam were much more complex than I was prepared for using the Wiley materials. Fortunately, I passed the part 1 exam on my first try and now am considering switching over to Gleim program. From your comments, I understand that Gleim offers a more challenging test bank, but how are their textbook study materials in comparison to the Wiley text book? Do you recommend making the switch between programs?

Thank you, Celia

Stephanie,
Thanks for your site. A much needed service, indeed. Please take a moment to answer my questions.

I just very recently started looking into the CMA designation and was expecting a sort of “curriculum textbook” for the CMA (similar to the CFA), but apparently there is no such thing as a standard body of reference. In fact, I thought developing such common framework is what the IMA is all about. Instead, I found a recommended reading list of various accounting textbooks on the IMA website, and the third-party providers you compare here all have some sort of written study notes available.

1) Is my assumption correct that there is no standardized curriculum?
2) Which provider has the most in depth written study material? I really don’t care about video/audio. My approach is quite old-fashioned I guess.
3) Should any of the textbooks from the reading list be purchased for preparation and if so, which single one is most comprehensive / helpful?

Thanks.

Hi Stephanie,

I just enrolled for the CMA and planning to take the Part 1 sometime in October this year.

I have few questions, hope you can help me with them.

1. I have downloaded CMA Exam Support Package pdf which consists of the Practice questions. Is that all the material provided by IMA ? I was expecting more of a textbook style material. Just wanted to make sure that i did not miss any of the material that they are providing.

2. I’m interested in Gleim and Wiley review systems. Do Gleim/Wiley provide text books style material with the underlying concepts. I see that Gleim has “Online Review and Books” and Wiley has “Full Textbook” listed.

Would these be sufficient for CMA prep or do i need any additional reading.

Appreciate your help !

Best Regards,
Deepak

Becker vs Wiley,which is better for CMA and why?
please advice.

HI Stephanie, I have some difficulty understanding a certain part of the essay question asked in cost variance topic, can you help me witht he same am referring to Gleim text books

this is on Page 368:

for the material yield variance please can you help me understand how for expected quantity you get 50,000 gallons, this has something to do with the 20% loss but am not able to understand how you arrive at 50,000 as expected quantity

Hi Stephanie,

I’m interested in the Gleim CMA review course. Do you know if I can use it to count towards my 120 CPE hours reporting for my CPA (I have a CPA license)?
Also, does the CMA exam (2 parts) counted towards my CPE reporting too?

Thanks,
Bea

whether* bank* sorry for the typos

Hi Stephanie,

I have Gleim review material. I believe it is the best out there for those who self study. My question is, do you think I need a supplement of MCQs from another review provider or you think Gleim is good enough? I’m debating weather to get the online test back of wiley to supplement what I have in Gleim.

Another thing, I have trying to find an answer to this question, which is, do you/anybody who used gleim think that the actual exam MCQs are relatively/ easier or harder than the practice MCQs in Gleim test bank?

What about the length of MCQs in the actual exam? are they similar to Gleim where some Qs are so long in the wording?

hope to get your insights or anyone who used Gleim and attempted the actual exam.

Thanks

Hello,

Does the Gleim premium review come with a hard copy of the book or only an online copy?

Just wondering if I need to be concerned about what state I take the exam in. I have not begun studying for the exam yet. I currently live in Ohio, but will be relocating to central Virginia by the end of 2016. Can I start the Gleim course now and take the test in Virginia? As you can see, I’m in the early stages of researching! Actually, I am still confused about whether I should take the CPA or CMA. I have no interest in public accounting–that’s why I am leaning towards the CMA.

Thank you for any advice you can offer.

Hi Stephanie ,

This is Abhijith from India.

I bought CMAexcel Learning system books in January 2015 but I was unable to start preparation in 2015 due to some family issues.

Now I’m planning to restart the preparation. Here I have two doubts..

1. Can I write exam in 2016 by studying 2015 study material…?

2. Is it possible to activate the online access key after one year from purchase (key not yet activated or registered)..?

Kindly help me by answering..

Hi Stepahnie,

I have the Hock CMA book July 2014 version. Do you think I need to get an updated version or I can still study using the old one.

Thanks and regards,

stephanie,
I ve got 2015 wiley text book and 1 year access online test bank has expired recently . which test bank would you advice me gleim,hock or wiley itself.how long is the gleim test bank valid?

sir i have completed my graduate and CA IPCC also but am very poor in mathematics. can i clear CMA in my first attempt.??

Hello,

I’m debating on either Gleim or CMACOACH.com. Have you come across any comments on the CMACOACH.com?

Hi steph,

i think i speak on behalf of everybody when i request you to maybe write a reveiw of Syllabus of Year 2016 & any course material changes or inclusions/exculsions in Books of 2016. A Short summarized version if not a Detailed review.
We would highly appreciate your kind attention to this request.

Hi Stephanie,

Thanks for your reply.

This is regarding calculating standard deviation (SD) when BOTH possible return and probability percentage of occurrence is given.

There are many youtube videos available which show how to calculate SD but not when BOTH possible return and probability percentage of occurrence is given.

That made me ask you the earlier question.

Hi Stephanie,

1) Please let me know where I can find Instructional VIDEOS , other than youtube, for using BA II plus calculator which covers CMA Topics

2) Are there any source DOCUMENTS available online, other than instructional manual that comes with the calculator,which one can refer to for using BA II plus calculator which covers CMA topics?

Hi Stephanie,

Please let me know whether audio files sold by some of the CMA review providers have

a) only concepts explained OR

b) concepts as well as numerical examples explained.

I am asking this because I believe these are the files which a student is expected to play while driving to work, jogging etc.

Given that most topics have some numerical calculations :

1) Is not it difficult to follow when a numerical examples are explained in audio ? In a video one can see those numbers, see them in tables sometimes and get the whole picture which may not be possible with audio

2) While traveling , jogging it may not be possible to concentrate on numerical examples explanation.

Some concepts are better understood when one sees flow charts, diagrams , graphs etc..

Having regard to above how useful you think are the audio files for study purpose?

Excellent review by Stephanie helped selecting the best course. Stephanie please i need urgent advice needed as i am scheduling my exam date in prometric website and it shows appointment time starts 1:30 pm appointment time ends 4:30 pm. I am very confused as exam is 4 hour but on prometric site it shows 3 hours. Is this ok and i go to button complete appointment or this is not normal.

Hi Stephanie,

If one’s university is not accredited university, the transcript of graduation is to be evaluated by an independent agency.

There are lots of independent agencies and their charges for evaluating is not same.

1) Please let me know the best agency to go for having regard to agency’s fee, service quality and time taken by agency to complete the work.

2)The report given by these agencies are mainly of two types.What kind of report one should go for? . Should it be The General Evaluation Report (Basic report )or The Detailed Evaluation Report (comprehensive report)

3)Will the report go directly to IMA or the agency will give the candidate the report and the candidate has to pass it on to IMA?

Hi Stephanie,

I got CMAexcel Learning system exam review books for 2 parts, but I don’t have any software or exam preparation/question banks for practice, so what I need to do for getting the mock exam preparing tools alone.

I am planning to register for CMA exam after preparing a little bit.

Hi Stephanie,

I got CMAexcel Learning system exam review books for 2 parts, but I don’t have any software or exam preparation/question banks for practice, so what I need to do for getting the mock exam preparing tools alone.

I am planning to register for CMA exam after preparing a little bit.

Hi Stephanie,

Greetings

Hope you are doing well. This is Waqar from Pakistan, I am from Accountancy field already having CA and CPA (Pak) and I am planning for CMA (US), I already have the books and materials of Gleim 2015 edition, just want to ensure that how many changes have been made for 2016 course?
Could you pls help me regarding the changes made in 2016 edition.

Regards
Waqar

Hi Stephanie,

Some of the instructor led live classroom sessions / webinars conducted for CMA course by some private instructors cost ALMOST the same as the price you have mentioned in your review.

Do you think it is better to enroll with these private instructors , given the fact that these people provide the above mentioned self study books as part of package along with facility to attend their classes / webinars ? May be these instructors are able to cover their cost and still make profit by buying the review books from the publishers at deep discount.

Hi Stephanie,

This is really a good website especially for those people, like me, trying to learn how to start reviewing for the CMA exam. Please help me choose the best option to study for the exam. Would it be better to do the online review course or buy a hard copy or both? with the one with lots of practice questions that might come up to the exam itself. I would really appreciate your recommendations. Thank you

Camille

how much is the complete course fee for CMA? can someone explain me in detail with respect to Miles institute.

I am using Becker CMA… Is it helpful

Hi Stephanie,

What are your views on RIGOS Self study CMA review course ?

Hi Stephani

This is really a good comparison and I must admit, you have put it really well. It’s crisp though.
I am just trying to figure out what would work the best for me.

I am looking for a nice book (it would be better if I could have a hard copy as well as the online version) with all the concepts and lots of practice questions.

I don’t have a lot of knowledge in Accounting and manage to just follow the basics but find it difficult to solve problems in real time. But I am really inclined towards the CMA for many reasons.

Would you be able to advise on the best package that would work for me? I am not looking for the most expensive option here.

Also wanted to understand, how are the packages that are available on Amazon any different from what’s being shown here (There is a huge difference in the cost though) ?

Thanks in advance for your help, would really appreciate your response as I want to start early .

Regards
JAS

Hello Stephani
I am planning to take part 2 late Feb , I studied via the gleim CMA txt book 2015 and MCQ 2015 , and was wondering do I need to look at the 2016 text book or not a must , also is there a huge difference in the MCQ Bank ?

This question concerns reading list suggested by IMA for CMA students. The link to the suggested list is:

https://www.imanet.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/suggested_reading_list_2015.pdf?sfvrsn=2

I have two questions pertaining to this:

1) How often you have come across students who refer these books to pass the CMA test?

2) In your opinion, how helpful are these books for passing the test?

hi,

I have a a question regarding the best studying strategy for the CMA.

I have gleim materials btw. Do you think that doing more MCQs and keep practicing and learning from my mistakes there better than spending too much time memorizing understanding the book/theory? It is like working in reverse. Rather than reading/memorizing the book/key points which takes a lot of time to perfect, I would go thru the MCQs one by one, try to understand what is the question and maybe go back to the relevant point in the book and so on.

What do you think? do you have experience with that? I am trying to be ready for part one in the best way possible.

thanks,
Shakir

Hi Stephanie,

This is regarding support package available to students for download at imanet.org for 6 months from the date of their registration.with IMA.

Does the support package mentioned above undergo change every year? If yes, will the NEW support package be available for download from 1 Jan 2016 onward?

I got the Gleim books for both parts from my friends and are the latest books too. I mean I do have only the text books, I don’t have any test preparing software or video packs. Would you advice me please on how to proceed? I guess I need the model questions and test preparations. Which one is providing questions alone.