In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the management case study (MCS) pre-seen material for the May 2022 sitting. 4 important tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.

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In this episode, MJ the tutor tackles frequently asked questions about the CIMA case study exam. While all information is available on the CIMA website, students facing a CIMA case study exam for the first time normally agonises over what they’d be facing up on exam day. MJ the tutor recognises the angst and sets out to alleviate some of the common ones here.

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In this episode, MJ the tutor explores the relationship between the three primary forces in project management, namely time, quality and cost. These three forces signify project constraints. MJ the tutor looks at how to navigate the different choices between these 3 forces and the possibility of the best solution.

Accounting Makes Cents is biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions of CIMA syllabus topics.

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After 2 years of COVID-19, we’re living a new reality. Most employees can now work from home and the business world doesn’t stop. In this episode, MJ the tutor ponders whether the opportunity to remote work from home is an effective way of motivating employees, analysing it whilst using a tool like Herzberg’s Two-Factor theory.

Accounting Makes Cents is biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions of CIMA syllabus topics.

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The OT (Objective Test) exam is 90 minutes long and there are 60 questions to get through. While answers are simply selected, rather than writing essays and reports, students still need time to think or calculate. But having only 1.5 minutes to think and answer in between questions, is it truly possible? In this episode, MJ the tutor talks about those persistent objective test questions and how students can use different levels of immediacy as a strategy to address these questions.

Accounting Makes Cents is biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions of CIMA syllabus topics.

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In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses the Trolley Problem, where the inspiration came from, and how this can connect to the CIMA Code of Ethics. She also describes a practical application of how to deal with an unethical scenario based on a simple not-so-life-threatening variation of the Trolley Problem.

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In this episode, MJ the tutor tackles the topic of a popular performance management tool like Balanced Scorecard, considering its 4 perspectives and its various limitations. She also applies BSC to your favourite neighbourhood barista from the coffee shop around the corner.

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In this episode, MJ the tutor covers Case Study 101 for the Overwhelmed Student. She briefly discusses where to start, study resources and materials available, as well as what is needed to get the exam done.

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In this episode, MJ the tutor talks about the CIMA professional qualification. She touches on the differences between the objective tests exams versus the case study exams. In the end, she imparts the importance of case study exams so that students can understand and better prepare for it.

Accounting Makes Cents is biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions of CIMA syllabus topics.

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Join MJ the tutor (that’s me!) on her inaugural podcast episode as she explores the meaning of True North and encourages students to find theirs when it comes to their CIMA aspirations. She also speaks about her “why”.

Accounting Makes Cents is biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions of CIMA syllabus topics.

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