This is from the "Accounting Makes Cents" podcast episode #112 released on Monday, 4 May 2026. Today, I want to talk about the SAF framework. It’s something that’s covered under E3 in the CIMA syllabus, but it’s not just limited to that level. In practice, it’s actually useful across all stages—because whenever you’re analysing business … Continue reading Before You Say Yes: The SAF Framework
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The SCS Pre-seen for May and August 2026 is Out!
CIMA has released the SCS pre-seen material for the May and August 2026 sittings. To get your copy of the pre-seen, check out my Home page. The pre-seen company is Kwirtmak, a quoted company that builds commercial 3D printers to customers' specifications. Kwirtmak's head office is based in the fictitious country called England. NOW is an excellent … Continue reading The SCS Pre-seen for May and August 2026 is Out!
Burning Questions (That Students Ask) About the CIMA Case Study Exams (2026)
This is from the "Accounting Makes Cents" podcast episode #108 released on Monday, 9 March 2026. In today’s episode, I thought we’d revisit something that I’ve done a couple of times before — answering frequently asked questions about the CIMA case study exams. If you’ve listened to my earlier episodes, you might remember that I … Continue reading Burning Questions (That Students Ask) About the CIMA Case Study Exams (2026)
CIMA Exam Pass Rates – August 2025
OCS pass rates Aug 2025MCS pass rates Aug 2025SCS pass rates Aug 2025 CIMA's latest pass rates for case studies have just been updated to include August 2025 and are currently available on its website. Operational level continues on a good run, staying consistent at 70% from May to August 2025. This is a good … Continue reading CIMA Exam Pass Rates – August 2025
What’s New in CIMA 2026 (Syllabus Updates)
This is from the "Accounting Makes Cents" podcast episode #102 released on Monday, 17 November 2025. Today, we’ll cover artificial intelligence (AI), robotic process automation (RPA), IFRS S1 and S2 for sustainability reporting, explaining where they appear in the syllabus, when they were introduced, and why they matter for students and professionals. https://open.spotify.com/episode/25lQ3YWZX3ex85E2YX36we?si=4T43oQMbTee0JGYuTZ6lBA Jump to … Continue reading What’s New in CIMA 2026 (Syllabus Updates)