Interest in Incorrect Answers I cannot overemphasize the value of learning from one’s mistakes. Each question you answer incorrectly serves as an opportunity to avoid missing actual questions on your CIA exam. Review the explanations so you may understand the concept behind not only the right answer but the wrong ones as well. This study […]
The IRS posts a list of the topics for the computerized Enrolled Agent Exam. This list is based, in part, on the results of a survey of over 10,000 enrolled agents. While it represents the knowledge needed for the tasks performed by enrolled agents, not all of the topics will appear on the exam and […]
Stay Confident! Confidence is crucial. It is directly related to your determination to PASS the CIA exam and to your commitment to preparing for it. Being prepared psychologically is very important. A positive attitude while preparing for and taking the exam aids retention of information and improves reasoning ability. The best way to develop this […]
Carryover of scores under the computerized exam 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 up to two years from the date the candidate took the examination. For example, let’s assume a candidate passes part 1, which the […]
Don’t panic. You have spent months preparing for this examination. While there is still some study time left, don’t dwell on details. If there is one question you repeatedly answer incorrectly, don’t focus on it. Focus instead on the study units you consistently perform poorer on and do not worry about one or two questions. […]
A major adjustment facing most CIA candidates is that the CIA exam has a 45% pass rate and requires a 75% correct response rate to attain a passing score. Accounting students generally enjoy 90% plus pass rates and focus on 90% plus exam scores. CIA candidates must adjust their expectations and be satisfied with 75% […]
Just like preparing for an Olympic event, preparing for the CIA exam requires discipline, endurance, and a good training plan. And just as Olympic athletes use a personal trainer to help motivate and guide them, Gleim’s CIA candidates use the Personal Counselor to help them successfully prepare to pass the CIA exam. The Gleim CIA […]
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Question: Will there be a calculator in the exam? If so, what functions will it have? Answer: Yes, candidates have access to a four-function calculator. No other functions are required for the calculations you will perform on the exam. The calculator is currently part of the exam software, but examiners soon plan to give out […]
A total of 8,054 candidates tested between October 5th and December 2nd 2006. Part 1 had a total of 3,068 candidates, and 58.84% passed; Part 2 had a total of 2,899 candidates, and 74.50% passed; and Part 3 had 2,087 candidates, and 79.64% passed. It is important to understand that comparison of pass rates among […]
