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Resit vs Try something new

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  • This topic has 4 replies, 3 voices, and was last updated 7 months ago by Kim Smith.
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  • June 12, 2022 at 10:25 am #658534
    kellypreston
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    I’m after peoples opinions on after how many times you should take an exam before saying maybe this isn’t for me and to try something new.

    For example, I have passed 10 exams and now have my final optional units.

    I have taken APM three times and AAA twice. APM I scored 49 (ouch) and then 46 and after this attempt I’d be lucky to score in the 30’s.

    So my question is, as September the exam format is changing anyway – do I stick with the subjects I have chosen or change to AFM or ATX?

    June 12, 2022 at 4:27 pm #658557
    Kim Smith
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    I don’t recommend something new as the pass rates for all options are very similar and it will now be a long time since you studied for the underlying applied skills exams.

    I suggest you refresh your approach using all available resources – especially those you’ve not used before (tutor forums?) – or use the same resources differently. It’s certainly possible to pass well at a 3rd attempt with the right approach https://opentuition.com/topic/how-i-passed-aaa-at-3rd-attempt-73

    Also, although it’s not really a change of format – just the incorporation of more professional skills marks – ACCA will be putting out a lot of support materials – webinars and the like, which you should help students re-engage with these exams.

    June 14, 2022 at 1:27 pm #658731
    boychenkove
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    ATX is almost 1000 pages of Kaplan book, too big to learn in time for September session. I liked AFM, it is really easy to learn and not time-consuming at all. And John Moffat is really helpful.

    June 16, 2022 at 7:56 am #658829
    kellypreston
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    Thank you!

    I’ll stick with it, it’s just so frustrating!

    June 16, 2022 at 8:22 am #658838
    Kim Smith
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    Make sure you’re subscribed to student accountant https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/sa/student-accountant-direct.html so you see when new resources are available for options/professional skills – look out for webinars.

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