I'm with you jokami. Sending in my remittance and re-application fees tomorrow. I just hope they don't take too long to send me my NTS so I can knock it out at the beginning of the testing window.
Sigh…I was only FOUR off. But I know where my weaknesses were, and honestly, I think the fact that I skipped over the lengthy tons of calculations in Becker really set me back because I struggled a lot when I was given anything on cost accounting on the exam.
This time I am going for 80% on all sections MCQ since I was weak on them before I take the exam.
Bummed because I got my score this Tuesday, while I was out of town on business and studying for AUD. Decided to drop AUD and go back, but don't have my books. Needless to say, I am going full-time this weekend – gotta get my 20 hours in and keep myself accountable.
@CPAKing – I work 40+ and try to maintain a social life, so this balance has been a struggle for me. One thing I have been doing that is a lifesaver is waking up 2 hours earlier than I need to so I can meet my quota without skipping on dinner and spending time with my roommate/boyfriend. I love my sleep, but you have to tell yourself that it is going to be worth it. And if you don't have one, get a coffee maker with a timer – it will save you on those mornings. I also try to get an hour in at lunch when I'm not out on the field but it can be hard because of distractions or having to run errands/pick up something to eat.
You should get the Ninja Planner to keep yourself accountable to make sure you meet at least 20 hrs a week. This is something I really struggle to do. Find your not-so-happy place where you can be pulled from all distractions and settle in there on weekends. If you go early enough, say 7-3, you can get a lot done without ruining your evening.
@chubbs – sounds like a good plan, but make sure you do at least one writing sim. It's important to remember what the examiners are looking for and it will be easy points. I can't really give much advice on the MCQ since I didn't do well in them, but understand COSO and know IT definitions. Also, be ready for a few calculations – I heard from others they aren't heavy in the exam and underestimated them.
B 71 - 79 EXPIRED
A 69 - 75 EXPIRED
R 65 - 48 - 45
F 56 - 61 - 65 - 64
Becker, Wiley Test Bank, Wiley Text and Ninja Notes
"The fish who keeps on swimming is the first to chill upstream" -311
Experience - Done, like WAAAY done.
Still need 30 more credits, in basket weaving (gotta love new CA requirements)
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