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 demand for U.S. CPA licensure continues to grow. As a result more international testing locations are needed. The AICPA, NASBA, and Prometric recently […]
How to pass the EA – Step 6 Work systematically through each study unit in the Gleim EA Review System. Gleim has divided the overall task of preparing for the EA exam into units for each part of the exam. Each study unit for EA Gleim Online contains two 20-question multiple-choice quizzes, a 30-question True/False […]
Question: I would like to find out the importance of questions in the CIA Test Prep software download that originate from CPA, CMA, publisher, or other authors? Should candidates be answering these questions like any other CIA questions? Answer: This is an excellent question and one Gleim receives from time to time. It is extremely […]
Question: If I don’t pass the test, how long do I have before I can retake the test? Is there any time frame for the tests? Answer: You may retake a failed exam as soon as you wish. No waiting period. In addition, you may attempt the same exam part up to four times in […]
Physical Preparation Leading Up to the Day Before the Exam Knowing how to study stretches beyond the best ways of understanding concepts in a book or answering questions on a computer. As a candidate, you should create a study regimen that accommodates your body’s needs. This strategy allows you to increase your rate of learning […]
How to pass the EA – Step 5 Schedule your exam with Prometric (online or call center). Now that you have registered with Prometric, schedule your exam. The date you schedule your exam for must be no later than one calendar year from the time your registration was completed. Click here for guidelines and tips […]
Question: “I just took the exam a few weeks ago. I have a few concerns regarding the content of the exam. I also have several comments regarding the test site. Whom should I contact to address these issues?” Answer: Candidates who have comments or concerns regarding exam questions or the testing experience should submit their […]
Why are you taking the CIA exam? It is possible your accounting professor has told you it will benefit your career, but your desire to be employed quicker than other recent graduates is why you take the exam. Maybe you are a seasoned professional, and while your fellow IIA chapter members may have encouraged you […]
Reviewing Multiple-Choice Quizzes When reviewing multiple-choice quizzes, make sure you understand why your reasoning was incorrect on any question you missed so you have a better feel of where to focus your study efforts. That being said, you should also review any questions you answered correctly to ensure you chose the correct answer for the […]
How to pass the EA – Step 4 Register for the EA examination by obtaining a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) and registering for your desired Part via Form 2587 by fax, mail, or going online. You have communicated with your Personal Counselor and you have a study plan. You know when you will be […]
