2021-10-18

CFE cleared in First Attempt || Challenges and Tips/Tricks to Pass

Ravneet and Guneet are Indian CAs who qualified CPA Canada in their First attempt. In this video, we have covered various topics to help fellow Indian Chartered Accountants aspiring to become Canadian CPAs. In this session, we dive deep into the strategic preparation needed to succeed on Day 2 and Day 3 of the CPA Canada Common Final Examination (CFE). This video offers practical guidance to help you write smarter, manage your time, and build exam-day confidence. βœ… What You’ll Learn:

  • How to allocate time across AOs and avoid overruns

  • Prioritizing Audit, FA, MA, and Tax across Day 2 and Day 3

  • Writing concisely for Day 3: breadth over depth

  • Managing complex calculations under time pressure

  • Using feedback guides to understand C, RC, and NC grading

  • Smart use of Knotia and technical standards during the exam

  • Debriefing practice cases for maximum learning

  • Avoiding over-writing and staying within time limits

  • Simulating exam conditions with timers and pacing

  • Final week strategy: tapering case writing and reviewing feedback

  • Confidence-building tips to manage exam anxiety

  • Physical setup and pacing tips for exam day

  • How to identify and work around personal weak areas

  • Techniques for marking strengths, risks, and weaknesses directly on the case

  • Linking qualitative points directly to case facts for faster writing

  • Structuring MA responses with 2–3 concise qualitative points

  • Writing conclusions and financial impact even when short on time

  • Avoiding repetition in SWOT and qualitative responses

  • Using fallback metrics like NPV and Payback Period when unsure

  • Balancing technical study with case practice

  • Tips for minimizing distractions and staying focused during the exam

  • Open offer to share notes, templates, and study resources

  • Encouragement to reach out for support and community connection

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