SBLACCA SBL March 2020 Exam Results – Instant Poll and Comments

Pass thank goodness, was very worried having not been able to apply any of the syllabus/models/matrixes but it’s helpful to know you can pass with common sense and a commercial approach. Phew.

First time pass 60% agree with lulu95. Didnt learnt the models. You can pass with limited knowledge of them and general understanding of business and strategy.

Pass my last exam and my journey to ACCA finally has come to the end. Had to postpone my study for 4 years as i decided to dedicate my time to my child, but could manage to back and complete the last 4 exams in 1 year. Thanks to my mum and husband for keep pushing me and reminding me my goal. There was a huge difference when you study with or without kids in your life. I found the first 9 papers so easy but the last 4 was so challenging for one reason- my mind was too busy and no time to study! Had to work full time, looking after my child and then only had couple of hours to study at night. But if you want you can. Do Not Lose your Hopexxxx

Passed first time 58% I’m so relieved!

I failed at 45% but i cannot understand why. Knew most models and applied them adequately and completed 17 pages of pure logic and business acumen. Out of all the papers i have completed i never felt so confident of passing than i did with this one. I really cannot understand where i went wrong whereas if i has failed on a certain few other papers i could understand where i went wrong through an educated guess after sitting the exam. Well done to those that have passed. I will be attempting this again but like many others i am very sceptical just how the ACCA mark these papers

@henry1acca said: I failed at 45% but i cannot understand why. Knew most models and applied them adequately and completed 17 pages of pure logic and business acumen. Out of all the papers i have completed i never felt so confident of passing than i did with this one. I really cannot understand where i went wrong whereas if i has failed on a certain few other papers i could understand where i went wrong through an educated guess after sitting the exam. Well done to those that have passed. I will be attempting this again but like many others i am very sceptical just how the ACCA mark these papers

Hi Henry, sorry to hear that but don’t give up! With this exam, our tutor kept on emphasising on the fact that it’s not about learning all the models, it’s about applying what you know even if it’s not related to any particular models. The models are there to help you plan your answer but won’t necessarily give you the answer if that makes sense. And also, don’t fit your answer around a model because that will restrict on your writing content. And one of the key to success is to attempt as many exam questions as possible.

69% First time attempt, with ill be honest, not allot of work at all. With that said, agreed with some of the points, I only used one or two models, SAF and cant even remember what else, most of it seemed just relating it no matter what to the case/and backing up your point and committing.

Passed first time with 56. Did study much and didn't apply any models at all. Completed my acca exams now I self-studied my whole acca journey and passed every single exam on first attempt. For those who weren't lucky, never give up. Acca exams tend to be scenario based ; apply all your knowledge not only from that paper's syllabus but across acca exams to the scenario. Work hardest on exam day and attempt every mark available. For the parts you struggle, read the question again and again . Almost always the wording of the question gives clue of the answer required. Give your reasoned opinion considering the scenario and mention any supporting facts you can from the scenario.

Thanks GOD .SBL Pass 56% & I'm affiliate

This is the first time I failed @ ACCA exam, got 41. I was hopeful of a pass but had a nagging doubt, so this result was not a total surprise. With June exams having been cancelled there will be plenty of time to prepare for the resit and first attempt at SBR. Carry on!

Alhamdulillah! ALLAH TALA k lakhon caroron ehsaaan hain pass??

Failed. First failure of my ACCA Exams. The paper went well. Answered all questions. Can't figure out where did I go wrong!! Or was it because I didn't complete my Ethics and Professional exam before attempting SBL exam??

Failed at second attempt with 41 marks. I had a good grasped of all models. The only thing I lack is someone to look at my practice answers. Please help me on how to proceed. Next sitting is in Sept as June exams are cancelled.

Faild at 46% ?

Passed at Second Attempt. This time round I went through all past papers, exam kit, questions & open tuition past paper. Thanks Open tuition , the content on this website along with the open tuition past paper is much more useful than the contents of my learning provider. Keep up the good work everyone !

Fail.... very poor performance, questions were horrible

jai bhole ki passed with 70%

This was my first attempt to SBL and failed with 41. I don't know where went wrong. I answered all que, read carefully que and did in specific format required. There were certain questions I didn't know how to answer but at least I answered what I think. Since I read examiners reports, I also didn't answer theory only. All were applied to the case. But still, I failed so I believed I did wrong somewhere. Till now, I have been thinking and couldn't get answers. T-T

This was my first attempt and passed with 53%. I’m incredibly happy as after a 3 hour delay starting the exam I was not in the best head space. Plus lack of any clear application of theories/models was frustrating after the level of prep done for the exam. Anyway onwards and upwards and best of luck to anyone attempting in September

I passed at my first attempt, I got 51% . I didn't use too many modules but doing the mock exams really helped me prepare for the exam.

First attempt and passed with 58%, really pleased with that as I came out the exam thinking I hadn't done well at all because I never applied any models in my answers. This exam is a weird paper in comparison to the other 9 I have sat. Anyway onto Advanced Tax in Sept.

Thank you to open tuition for your professional lectures l will always be with you ,am now an affiliate acca passed with a 50% on second attempt previously had 35%. Am now a chartered accountant. I live in Zambia.

Passed on 2nd attempt with 71%, was honestly convinced I had failed again! I previously got 48% Thank you so much to Open Tuition on getting me through my ACCA qualification, I am so thankful to now be fully qualified ?

Hi, I failed this paper .It was my second attempt. I have so many concerns .If you dont mind kindly share your way of practicing and attempting. You can contact me on whatsapp or mail me 03442300165 [email protected]

Failed with 42 marks. Q3 was not clear. I have read multiple times. I wasted lot of time on Q3 . I don't know how to tackle SBL where you are not confirm whether you are writing correct or not.Its my second attempt.First attempt brought 48 marks. I am know demotivated.

Passed on my 2nd attempt with 76%. First attempt was in December (46%). You must always expect that you will need to use the theory only as background knowledge when formulating an answer so there is no need to try and memorize everything. Also the key is to apply to the scenario as much as possible and to specifically and clearly answer the requirements of each question. Large general answers won't get you any marks

Congrats and good luck on your upcoming journey... this is very helpful thank you.

Failed with 41, did'nt see that coming. My first fail in ACCA.

Can anybody tell me where they wrote their plan as i wasn’t given any paper for workings, all i had was my answer booklet and question paper. I highlighted all the key points with my highlighter on the question paper then answered accordingly. My question is should i of written my plan on my answer booklet so the examiner could see? Thanks

Passed at first attempt with 76% Like others have said, don't try and make every question work with a model. This exam in particular I only managed to use a couple of models, the rest of it was just suggesting practical, logical solutions to the issues and making sure I used the scenario as much as possible and always linked my answers back to the company in question.