The Shortcut Strategy
5 hours per week
6 weeks per semester
And you’re exam ready!
The Shortcut Strategy - CPA Program success in less time
For many CPA candidates, it simply isn’t possible to juggle the recommended 15 hours of study per week for 10 weeks with their work and personal commitments.
That’s where The Shortcut Strategy comes in.
The Shortcut Strategy provides CPA candidates with a fast – and realistic – plan for their studies. The program streamlines the learning process through a simplified approach to the course content and a strong focus on exam preparation and technique. It’s designed to get you exam ready in 30 hours – not 150 hours.
The Shortcut Strategy is a flexible program that you can start any time, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
See an example of our Summary Notes and online learning platform here.
Summary Notes
3 hours per week (weeks 1 – 5)
Use the Study Shortcut summary notes to focus your learning on what really matters in the Study Guide
Module Mind Maps
Included in the Gold and Platinum Packages as a complement to the Summary Notes
Practice questions
1 hour per week (weeks 1 – 5)
Complete Study Shortcut practice questions to confirm you’ve understood what you’ve read
Targeted feedback
1 hour per week (weeks 1 – 5)
Receive Study Shortcut targeted feedback on areas for improvement and how to improve your understanding
Practice exams
5 hours (week 6)
In your final week of study, prepare for your exam with 2 x Study Shortcut practice exams
Gold Package comprises multiple choice questions
Platinum Package includes multiple choice & extended response questions and feedback on your answers
Study Shortcut materials
File formats
Study Shortcut Summary Notes and Module Mind Maps are provided in PDF format via Javelin PDF Reader (.drmz format).
Javelin PDF provides a document management overlay similar to online databases like university libraries.
The notes can be accessed with a unique PIN code from two devices and saved for offline access. You can print to a hard copy to take into your CPA exam (printing is capped at two full copies). There is a light watermark in printed files.
Access to the Summary Notes will end at the end of the semester, although you can extend that date if you defer or fail your exam (up to a maximum of two deferrals, fees apply).
Study Shortcut Practice Questions, Mid Semester Test and Practice Exams are provided through our online platform and replicate the exam environment. You will need internet access to access this platform.
You can print and save your results and feedback from the Weekly Practice Questions and Practice Exams.