[Anonymous]

Hey guys,

I was curious if any of you who are currently studying for the FAR exam or have already taken the FAR exam can enlighten me on your study method?

I am currently using the Becker material supplemented with WTB and Ninja Notes. I should note that I obtained a copy of the Becker program and it is not an actual “active” program. For instance, I have PDF files for the eBook (which include all author notes, highlights, and mnemonics), PDF for the Becker MQ’s, and the videos. I just don’t have the option to go into an active multiple choice question session – just copies of the questions, correct answers and explanations of everything.

Anyhow, I am finding that getting through F1 videos alone are going to take me over week (I’m working full time as well). At that pace, there will be no way I will get through all the material in time for my exam in April. I guess what I’m asking is if there are certain parts I should pay more attention to than others. My plan was to watch the videos, rewrite ALL the information the teacher pointed out in the lectures (which is a significant amount) and take the multiple choice questions. Should I just watch the lectures and gain as much knowledge as I can without taking too many notes, and then take the multiple choice questions and keep moving forward? I just don’t want to rush though this and get to the end and feel like I didn’t retain as much as I should have – although this may be inevitable! 🙂

Any information on how you guys studied would be greatly appreciated! Thanks guys!!

[Guti]

Mla, I don't know how you were able to manage sleeping 4 hours per night and then function at work. I wouldn't be able to retain information with just 4 to 5 hrs of sleep. That is only 2 or 3 REMs per night. I know you did FAR in 7 weeks but how long did it take you to complete all 4 parts?

FAR-84
AUD-
REG-
BEC-

[Study Monk]

Hey CR7 I saw somewhere that you mentioned you drink Johnnie Walker. I just have to say that its my drink of choice! It has a special place in my heart:)

I spoke to an ancient wise man who sent me on a mushroom induced journey through an ancient forest to find the key to passing the CPA exam. A talking spider monkey told me to throw the last of my drinking water in the dirt to find what I was looking for. So I followed his instructions and the following message appeared in the soil:

"Do 5000 multiple choice questions for each section"

[Study Monk]

Hey CR7 I saw somewhere that you mentioned you drink Johnnie Walker. I just have to say that its my drink of choice! It has a special place in my heart:)

I spoke to an ancient wise man who sent me on a mushroom induced journey through an ancient forest to find the key to passing the CPA exam. A talking spider monkey told me to throw the last of my drinking water in the dirt to find what I was looking for. So I followed his instructions and the following message appeared in the soil:

"Do 5000 multiple choice questions for each section"

[Guti]

Johnny Walker is the only drink that does not give me a hangover. Monk, I wish I had the mental energy of some people here. If I don't sleep for at least 7 hrs, my short term and long term memory goes down the drain. I'm beginning to admire women more and more.

FAR-84
AUD-
REG-
BEC-

[Guti]

Johnny Walker is the only drink that does not give me a hangover. Monk, I wish I had the mental energy of some people here. If I don't sleep for at least 7 hrs, my short term and long term memory goes down the drain. I'm beginning to admire women more and more.

FAR-84
AUD-
REG-
BEC-

[mla1169]

It took me 2 weeks shy of a year to pass all 4. I took FAR 10/30/10 and my 3rd and final AUD was 10/12/11. Finished my last grad class 12/20/11 and got my license 3/12.

FAR- 77
AUD -49, 71, 84
REG -56,75!
BEC -75

Massachusetts CPA (non reporting) since 3/12.

[mla1169]

It took me 2 weeks shy of a year to pass all 4. I took FAR 10/30/10 and my 3rd and final AUD was 10/12/11. Finished my last grad class 12/20/11 and got my license 3/12.

FAR- 77
AUD -49, 71, 84
REG -56,75!
BEC -75

Massachusetts CPA (non reporting) since 3/12.

[Anonymous]

So, a question regarding study method. I am a pretty bad note taker – a tend to over indulge and write way more than I probably should – which eats up a lot of time. Besides, to a first time test taker, EVERYTHING is important. Like previously stated, I am using the Becker e-books, would you recommend I just rewrite all of the highlighted material the instructor covers? Less? More? I feel note taking is going to be far more beneficial than just watching the videos and rereading as I tend to lose focus – my feeling is that taking notes will force me to pay attention to what I am studying. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again, guys!!

[Anonymous]

So, a question regarding study method. I am a pretty bad note taker – a tend to over indulge and write way more than I probably should – which eats up a lot of time. Besides, to a first time test taker, EVERYTHING is important. Like previously stated, I am using the Becker e-books, would you recommend I just rewrite all of the highlighted material the instructor covers? Less? More? I feel note taking is going to be far more beneficial than just watching the videos and rereading as I tend to lose focus – my feeling is that taking notes will force me to pay attention to what I am studying. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again, guys!!

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