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CPA Scaled Score

CPA Scaled Score What is the CPA Scaled Score and what score do I need to pass my exam? Why are Scaled Scores used by CPA? Because CPA Australia uses multiple exams for each subject – it is necessary for scaled scores to be used to measure student performance. Scaled scores ensure fair and equivalent

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CPA results – Semester 2, 2020

CPA Results – Semester 2, 2020 A tough semester with online, proctored exams and digital whiteboards CPA Australia recently released the Exam Report for Semester 2, 2020. Despite the extra challenges presented by COVID-19 closing most testing centres and the transition to online exams, the results reflected similar trends to previous semesters. Key observations are

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Why Summary Notes are key to exam success

STUDY SHORTCUT – STUDY TIPS Why Summary Notes are key to exam success Shortcut Summary Notes will get you exam ready – fast! Summary notes serve two primary purposes in preparing for your exam. Firstly, notes are a critical study tools that can streamline and focus your learning and revision on the key areas of

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The Best Order to Complete your CPA

STUDY SHORTCUT – STUDY TIPS The Best Order to Complete your CPA Completing the CPA subjects in a clever order can contribute to your success Structuring your CPA Program in response to your commitments, career objectives and prior learning will set you up for success. At Study Shortcut, we agree with CPA Australia’s recommendation of

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CPA Practice Exams

STUDY SHORTCUT – STUDY TIPS CPA Practice Exams CPA Australia does not release past exam papers – so how do you get exam ready? It is essential to test your knowledge of the CPA course content in advance of the exam. Often, you may feel comfortable with what you’ve read, but when it comes time

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Efficient Study Strategies

STUDY SHORTCUT – STUDY TIPS Efficient Study Strategies There’s a better way to study than trawling through a 500+ page textbook! One of the key challenges of the CPA Program is the volume of information in each subject. Some parts are ‘nice to have’ rather than ‘must have’. Study Shortcut can show you where to

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