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LNEWTON93 · 11 August 2017 at 8:52PM

Hello

I'm looking to start CIMA by firstly doing the certificate level.

Realistically what is the fastest time I can do it as would like to get into the professional exams as soon as possible.

I would be able to study approx 10-15 hours a week, if needs be.

Thanks

xapprenticex · 11 August 2017 at 10:07PM

Do you realise what you are asking?

How are we supposed to know how long it will take you?

LNEWTON93 · 12 August 2017 at 6:07AM

Thank you for your reply.

Although, I am not asking how long it will take. I am asking the fastest possible time it can be done.

sangie595 · 12 August 2017 at 6:33AM

I think you are missing the point. You asked what the fastest time you could do it in is. Since nobody here has a clue who toy are, what your are like, how effectively you study, whether you can retain learning etc., then nobody can tell you the answer. Your are either motivated and able to study, in which case it will take you this time it takes you, or you are not. Knowing how long it might take some hypothetical person doesn't provide you with any answer.

milkyfalcon · 12 August 2017 at 7:05AM

So there are four exams, and each exam is pretty much on-demand. I just did a quick search on Kaplan's website (sorry, can't link), and they are scheduling exams late August and early-September onwards. So you could be finished by the middle of next month.

I didn't do CIMA certificate as I already had a different qualification: AAT. That took me three consecutive academic years studying one day a week on day-release. I probably could have done it a bit quicker but that pace was set by the college.

Realistically I think those are your lower and upper limits. It all depends on what you already know about the subject matter, how and where you are studying, your experience at studying, how supportive your work/lifestyle is and a range of other things. I'm sure it used to say "about a year" on the website but the syllabus was changed this year and it doesn't say that any more.

LNEWTON93 · 12 August 2017 at 7:49AM

Thank you Milkyfalcon.

I think that answers my question. Theoretically speaking you could sit all 4 exams immediately if suits.

[Deleted User] · 12 August 2018 at 7:45PM

How did you find the CIMA with Kaplan? Was it expensive?

[Deleted User] · 13 August 2018 at 10:04AM

This should help you find them:

http://financial.kaplan.co.uk/TrainingandQuals/Accountancy/CIMA/Pages/default.aspx?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand_Category&utm_content=Brand_CIMA_-_Generic_-_Generic&utm_device=m&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsJSksePp3AIVzp3tCh1k2A91EAAYASAAEgI8ufD_BwE

helpkitty · 14 August 2018 at 11:34AM

Hi You will be able to sit all 4 certificate level exams at the same time but for the following 3 levels you have to pass the 3 objective test exams before you can sit the case study exam for that level.

JayRitchie · 19 August 2018 at 7:12AM

Firstly, I'm a bit concerned that you are posting here rather than in an accounting students forum where there would be advice about study techniques, exam hints etc.

I think a lot of people do a level a year studying around 10-15 hours a week so that might be a guide.

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