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How to Get Hired: What Certification Students Need to Know
Many students spend years studying for professional certifications, believing that once they finally pass the exams, employers will start taking them seriously. And in many ways, they will. Certifications like the CMA, CIA, CPA, EA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, and CSCA absolutely help candidates stand out. They demonstrate discipline, technical knowledge, consistency, and the willingness to…
CIA Exam Pass Rates: How Difficult Is the CIA Exam?
One of the first things many candidates search before starting the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam process is the pass rate. And honestly, the numbers can feel intimidating. According to the latest information published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), the current global CIA exam pass rates are: 44% for Part 1, 48% for…
I Passed the CMA Exam — Now What?
Passing the CMA exams and becoming a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is a major accomplishment. Congratulations! After the excitement settles, many new CMAs ask the same question: now what? Here are some practical things we recommend doing after becoming a CMA. Celebrate! Becoming a CMA takes discipline, consistency, and long-term commitment: months of studying, the…
EA Exam Scaled Score Explained
The EA exam uses a scaled scoring system, which means there is no exact percentage or specific number of correct answers required to pass the exam. In May 2026, the new Candidate Information Bulletin published by PSI announced that EA exam scores now range from 200 to 800, with a passing score set at 500.…
EA Exam Remote and International Testing
For many EA candidates, one of the biggest challenges has never been the exam itself - it has been access to taking the exam. Finding a testing center, traveling long distances, and arranging schedules have often added unnecessary complexity to the process. In 2026, that is changing. With the transition to PSI Services, the EA…
CMA Exam CBQs (Case-Based Questions)
The Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam is changing! Starting with the May/June 2026 testing window, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) has introduced Case-Based Questions (CBQs), and is replacing the essays completely starting with the September/October 2026 testing window. If you are preparing for the CMA exam, you are likely asking: What are CBQs? When…