Question: I have been told the CIA exam will be changing from a 4-part to a 3-part exam. When will you have materials available? Answer: The CIA exam will not be changing to a 3-part exam until July 2013. Candidates who start now will have adequate time to prepare for any part(s) of the current […]
The IIA recently announced that they will be updating the CIA Exam based on the results of the Job Analysis Study (JAS) performed in 2011. There will be two major changes to the exam. The first change will impact the exam structure, reducing the program from four to three parts. With the reduction in parts, […]
This week brings the third installment in our series on poor study habits that candidates should avoid while preparing for the EA exam. Food for Thought Explanation: Eating a lot of food before or during study periods can disrupt retention of study material. The digestion process can cause drowsiness. Fix: Avoid large meals immediately before […]
This week, we present the second installment in our series on poor study habits. Remember, once a habit forms, it is difficult to break. Pay attention to the habits in this series so you know what to avoid picking up from start to finish. Environmental Concerns Explanation: An uncomfortable study environment can prevent you from […]
Our top priority is that you pass the EA exam on the first attempt. As a result, we have created the new Gleim EA Practice Exam. The Practice Exam is 3.5 hours long and contains 100 multiple-choice questions, just like the actual EA exam. Therefore, it tests you not only on the content you have […]
Garrett Gleim sends CPA candidates bimonthly emails concerning different aspects of the CPA exam. Candidates can see the most recent email and all the archives here on the CPA Candidate Forum. International Testing Update Gleim recently received several updates from the AICPA and NASBA regarding testing windows and score release time lines for international CPA […]
Normally, this section offers successful study tips to ensure that you pass the EA exam on your first attempt. This week, however, begins a series in which we point out some poor study habits which you should avoid picking up from start to finish. Music’s in the Air Explanation: Loud noises and music can interfere […]
Question: What is the difference between the 15th and 16th Edition CIA Review materials? Answer: The 16th Edition CIA Review System was rearranged so that the topic flow more closely matches The IIA’s Exam Content Outlines. In addition, we have utilized customer feedback to streamline our outlines so they present what is needed to pass […]
Visit Gleim at the National Association of Enrolled Agents Conference in Las Vegas The 2012 National Association of Enrolled Agents is being held in Las Vegas this week. Stop by the Gleim booth August 5-7 to register for your chance to win either a Gleim Review System (for the exam of your choosing) or a […]
Question: Do I have to sit for all three parts in the same 10-month testing window? Answer: No. Candidates can sign up for the exam one part at a time. Candidates who pass a part of the exam can carry over passing scores for up to two years from the date the candidate took the […]
