Happy to Help as a New Member!
Hey everyone,
I’m back on the sub after finding it incredibly helpful while I was studying for my qualification. I’m here to answer any questions you might have about:
- Work experience and salaries in the UK
- The older exams (SBL, SBR, AFM, APM) for quick chats
- Old EPSM format
- Balancing work, life, and study (I definitely faced some challenges here)
- My experience with recruiters in the UK
This community has been a fantastic source of support—it helped me feel less isolated during my studies. While I had friends also pursuing ACCA, we were all at different stages and tackling various exams, so our ability to help each other was somewhat limited.
If you’re struggling with a particular concept, I highly recommend checking out YouTube. I watched a ton of OpenTuition videos that really aided my understanding and helped me pass all five of my exams on the first attempt.
For SBR, I found BDO’s overview of regulations particularly useful during revision. The Strategic Professional exams often require a nuanced approach—it’s all about being precise and tactful in your responses.
Practicing a lot of exam questions can make a big difference. I initially used Kaplan for study support, but I found FirstIntuition to fit my learning style better. Building a consistent study routine is key, even if it feels monotonous at times—mixing things up can help keep it engaging. Covering a broad range of the syllabus is usually more beneficial than focusing too narrowly on one area. Remember, you only need a score of 50 to pass, and I haven’t encountered employers who pay much attention to individual exam scores.
Here are my scores: AA 55 | SBL 53 | SBR 74 | APM 63 | AFM 53
Cheers!
One response
Hi there!
Welcome to the community! It’s great to hear that you found this sub helpful during your studies, and I appreciate your willingness to share your insights and experiences. Your tips are really valuable, especially for those of us who may be navigating the ACCA exams and trying to balance study and work.
I completely agree with your point about utilizing resources like YouTube and specific revision guides. OpenTuition is definitely a lifesaver for many students. It’s also reassuring to hear about your success with first-time passes—congratulations on that!
Balancing work, life, and study can be tough, especially when juggling multiple exams. I’d love to hear more about your strategies for managing that balance—did you have specific routines or methods that worked best for you?
Additionally, I’m curious about your experiences with recruiters in the UK. How did you find the process, and do you have any tips for someone just starting out?
Thanks again for sharing your journey, and looking forward to hearing more from you!
Cheers!