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Webinar: Your Guide to the CSCA Certification
Webinar Topic: Your Guide to the CSCA Certification
Date: Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM US Eastern | 5:30 PM UAE | 7:00 PM India
Who Should Attend
The CSCA (Certified in Strategy and Competitive Analysis) certification is ideal for accounting and finance professionals who want to expand their strategic thinking, contribute to high-level decision-making, and advance into leadership roles. Whether you are a current CMA holder, a mid-career professional, or an aspiring business strategist, this certification helps bridge the gap between technical expertise and strategic leadership. Everyone who is interested in the CSCA certification will highly benefit from attending this webinar.
Agenda
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Introduction to the CSCA certification and who it is for
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Eligibility requirements for the CSCA
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Overview of exam content and structure
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CPE requirements after earning the CSCA
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Study timeline and preparation strategies
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Real-world applications and career impact of the CSCA
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Introduction to HOCK’s CSCA study materials
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Q&A session
Speakers
Brian Hock - Founder and CEO, HOCK International, CSCA-holder
Kurt Dieckmann - Director of Program Development, HOCK International, CSCA-holder
William Kline - Associate Professor of Management, Pennsylvania State University – Harrisburg, CSCA-holder
CIA Exam and Study Materials Changes
The CIA Exam Has Changed: Here’s What You Need to Know
On January 9, 2025, the IIA has officially updated the Global Internal Audit Standards and International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF). In response to these changes, the CIA exam is being revised to align with the new standards and current global practices.
Candidates will begin sitting for the updated exam in English starting May 28, 2025, with other languages to follow based on The IIA’s official rollout schedule.
What is Different on the New Syllabus?
The content across all three parts of the CIA exam has been restructured. The updates were made to:
- Reflect the latest global internal audit practices.
- Align more closely with The IIA’s updated standards.
- Reduce duplication between exam parts.
- Clearly define the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to pass.
While the content has changed, the structure of the exam remains the same:
- Part 1: 125 questions | 2.5 hours
- Part 2: 100 questions | 2 hours
- Part 3: 100 questions | 2 hours
The IIA has also confirmed that candidates can continue to take the exam parts in any order, and the program eligibility requirements remain unchanged.
Syllabi Updates
What If You Passed a Part Before the Change?
There’s no need to worry if you already passed one or more parts of the CIA exam before the update. Successfully completed exam parts will still count toward your certification. However, if your program expires, you will need to retake any previously passed parts—and those retakes will follow the new syllabus.
Updated HOCK CIA Study Materials – What You Need to Know
To help you stay on track with the new CIA exam, HOCK is releasing updated study materials in stages. We started with Part 3 because the new Part 3 syllabus includes some topics that were in Parts 1 and 2 of the previous syllabus.
This means:
- If you already studied Parts 1 and 2, you’ll recognize many topics in the new Part 3.
- If you haven’t started studying yet, it’s perfectly fine to begin with Part 3—there’s no required order for taking the exams.
Here’s the release schedule for the new materials:
CIA Part 3. Online Textbook and Test Bank: Available Now | Videos: Available by May 30
CIA Part 1. Online Textbook and Test Bank: Available by May 16 | Videos: Available by June 30
CIA Part 2. Online Textbook and Test Bank: Available by June 20 | Videos: Available by July 31
Materials for the current CIA exam (based on the old syllabus) will remain available until May 27, 2025.
CIA Challenge Exams Note: The CIA Challenge Exams are not changing until 2026, so no updates are needed at this time.
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HOCK Hard Copy Textbooks – CMA, CSCA, FMAA
At HOCK International, we understand the diverse needs of our students when it comes to study preferences. While our comprehensive HOCK CMA, CSCA, and FMAA study materials are fully available online, we are also offer hard copy textbooks for those who prefer a traditional approach to studying. In this post, we will discuss the various options available for obtaining HOCK hard-copy textbooks.
Online Study Materials
Our HOCK CMA, CSCA, and FMAA study materials include online textbooks that offer a modern and convenient way to study. Some key features of our online textbooks include notes, color-coding, and search functionality. All your notes and highlights sync across your devices, ensuring you can study anytime, anywhere. Learn more about our online textbooks and their features by watching this video.
Textbooks in the US, Canada, and Europe
For students residing who prefer hard-copy textbooks, we have many HOCK textbooks available for purchase on Amazon.
You can purchase the textbooks through the following links:
Books are available from Amazon in the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Japan, and Australia. While Amazon can ship to other countries, international shipping may incur extra fees and longer delivery times.
Please note that there are no legal copies of HOCK textbooks on Amazon in India or in the MENA region.
CIA and EA hard copy textbooks for new syllabi will be available in May 2025.
Textbooks in India
If you are located in India and prefer hard copy textbooks, you can order HOCK textbooks locally.
Send an email to our team at books@hockinternational.com to place your order and receive detailed information.
Textbooks in the MENA Region
If you are located in the UAE, Oman, Qatar, or other GCC and Middle East countries and prefer hard-copy textbooks, you can order HOCK textbooks from our office in the UAE.
Send an email to our team at mena@hockinternational.com to place your order and receive detailed information.
Piracy and Illegal Copies
It is important to be aware of piracy and illegal copies of HOCK textbooks. Here are some crucial points to keep in mind:
- Beware of Fakes: There are numerous illegal copies and non-HOCK textbooks falsely bearing our logo.
- Risks of Illegal Copies: These materials are not approved, not updated, and often contain incorrect or incomplete information.
- Authorized Sources: Only purchase textbooks through the Amazon links provided above or by directly ordering from HOCK India or HOCK UAE.
Protect your investment and ensure you are studying with updated and legal materials.
Whether you prefer online study materials or hard-copy textbooks, HOCK has you covered. Choose the option that best suits your study habits and location, and ensure you are using authorized and up-to-date HOCK materials.
Happy studying!
The Critical Importance of Ethical Learning Practices
At HOCK international, we have noticed a growing issue: the unauthorized sharing of exam preparation materials. While this might seem helpful, this practice can have serious consequences. Not only is it unethical, but it is also illegal.
Why Unauthorized Sharing is Harmful
Unauthorized materials may be outdated, incomplete, or fragmented, leading to confusion and poor exam performance. Our resources are developed as a comprehensive learning system that guides students step-by-step through their exam preparation. Using only parts of the system may leave critical knowledge gaps.
Beyond the immediate impact, unauthorized sharing damages the industry. It reduces support for quality content providers, limiting investment in up-to-date and effective study materials. This ultimately harms future learners and lowers the overall quality of available education.
Why Our System Works
Experts develop and regularly update our study materials to ensure they cover all essential topics thoroughly and are aligned with exam standards. Ethical learning means trusting in these high-quality, official resources, which offer a complete understanding of the subject. This investment not only increases your chance of success but also strengthens the integrity of the certification process.
Ethical Collaboration Through Our Resources
We encourage students to utilize our freely available resources, which support ethical collaboration and learning. Here are some ways to engage with these materials:
- Free Resources:
- Complementary Study Guides: Available at www.hockinternational.com.
- Facebook MCQ Groups: Join for daily practice questions: Free CMA Exam MCQs, Free CIA Exam MCQs, and Free EA Exam MCQs.
- New Telegram Channel: Access extra free content and connect with others on our Telegram channel.
- YouTube Channel: Explore our channel for instructional videos and additional support: HOCK International YouTube.
- Study Groups: Create your own study groups with other students using authorized materials. Share insights and celebrate successes while adhering to ethical practices.
Using these authorized materials can foster a supportive learning environment and enhance your understanding of the subject.
Our Commitment to Your Success
In addition to free resources, we offer premium materials designed for in-depth examination preparation. Our materials provide a complete, structured learning experience, ensuring you are fully equipped for success. These are available through a monthly subscription model or numerous course providers around the world.
A Call to Action
We encourage you to:
- Avoid sharing unauthorized materials.
- Report unethical practices to HOCK and the relevant certification body.
- Educate yourself and others on the importance of ethical learning.
By respecting intellectual property and engaging in ethical learning, you ensure your own success and help maintain a high standard of professional education for future students.
Thank you for your commitment to ethical learning practices.
Introducing HOCK Digital Badges for EA Exam Candidates
We are excited to announce that HOCK is now offering digital badges for our Enrolled Agent (EA) exam candidates! These badges are designed to recognize your progress, motivate you throughout your study journey, and showcase your achievements to your professional network.
What are HOCK EA Digital Badges?
HOCK EA digital badges are verifiable, shareable, and meant to demonstrate your mastery of specific topics of the EA exam content. As you progress through your preparation and pass knowledge tests, you will earn badges that reflect your accomplishments. These badges are not a replacement for the official EA credential, but they mark key milestones in your path to becoming an Enrolled Agent.
How to Earn and Share Your EA Digital Badges
All you have to do is study! For each Section, answer 95% of MCQs correctly and pass the Section Review Test with a score of 85% or higher (multiple takes are allowed). Once earned, you can easily share these badges on social media, allowing your professional network to see your progress and dedication.
Why Digital Badges Matter
Digital badges provide a visual and verifiable way to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to potential employers, colleagues, and clients. By earning and sharing these badges, you can:
- Showcase your commitment to becoming an Enrolled Agent.
- Motivate yourself by celebrating milestones along the way.
- Build credibility and strengthen your professional profile even before you pass the final exam.
At HOCK, we understand the effort that goes into preparing for the EA exam. That’s why we created these digital badges—to recognize your hard work, keep you motivated, and allow you to showcase your progress as you move closer to earning your official EA credential.
HOCK Digital Badges: Celebrate The Path to Certification
We are excited to expand our digital badging program to further motivate and recognize the success of our exam candidates. HOCK is now offering verifiable and shareable digital badges as part of our CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) exam preparation! Like our CMA badges, these milestones help candidates celebrate their progress, showcase their achievements, and stay motivated as they work toward their certification exams.
How HOCK Digital Badges Motivate and Recognize Success
Earning a badge is more than just a symbol of accomplishment – it is a way for candidates to track their progress and receive recognition for their dedication and hard work during exam preparation. Individuals preparing for the CIA and CMA exams can earn badges by passing knowledge tests throughout their study process. Each badge serves as a milestone that celebrates the mastery of a particular topic or section of the syllabus.
These badges do not replace the CIA or CMA certifications but rather highlight important milestones during the study process. They are a tool to keep candidates engaged and focused, pushing them to reach their certification exams with confidence.
The Importance of Sharing Progress
By sharing these digital badges on platforms like LinkedIn, exam candidates can showcase their progress to employers, peers, and professional networks. These badges provide real-time evidence of growing knowledge and expertise, building a professional brand, and demonstrating commitment to continuous development.
As Brian Hock, President of HOCK international, explains, “Badges are a way for us to recognize the time and effort our students invest in their studies. They motivate students to stay on track and reach their goal of becoming certified. Each badge is a step forward in their professional journey.”
Verifiable, Credible, and Meaningful
HOCK’s digital badges are fully verifiable, meaning employers and peers can easily confirm accomplishments. This feature enhances the credibility of achievements and makes it simple to share success in a way that others can trust.
A Program Designed for Professional Growth
At HOCK, we believe that recognizing milestones throughout the exam preparation process is essential for motivating candidates to continue their journey. With the launch of digital badges for CIA exam preparation, alongside the already available CMA badges, we are helping exam candidates stay committed and confident as they move toward their ultimate goal of certification.
Start earning and sharing HOCK badges today!
Free CIA Part 3 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Free CIA Part 3 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Get a personalized assessment of your CMA exam readiness and see where you stand!
Answer 30 questions covering key topics and receive instant feedback on your performance. Whether you are just starting studying or want to assess your knowledge, this quiz is a great way to estimate your exam readiness.
Free CIA Part 2 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Free CIA Part 2 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Get a personalized assessment of your CMA exam readiness and see where you stand!
Answer 30 questions covering key topics and receive instant feedback on your performance. Whether you are just starting studying or want to assess your knowledge, this quiz is a great way to estimate your exam readiness.
Free CIA Part 1 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Free CIA Part 1 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Get a personalized assessment of your CMA exam readiness and see where you stand!
Answer 30 questions covering key topics and receive instant feedback on your performance. Whether you are just starting studying or want to assess your knowledge, this quiz is a great way to estimate your exam readiness.
Free CMA Part 2 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Free CMA Part 2 Knowledge Quiz by HOCK
Get a personalized assessment of your CMA exam readiness and see where you stand!
Answer 30 questions covering key topics and receive instant feedback on your performance. Whether you are just starting studying or want to assess your knowledge, this quiz is a great way to estimate your exam readiness.
