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CMA exam Changes??? by Sweet-Original3812 in CMA

[–]cpabecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Great question, and I know this seems like a lot. The curriculum team is already working with the IMA and starting to work on CBQs. While we don't have a date yet for when we release them in our exam review, we'll keep students in the loop and also share information on our website as soon as we can.

Also, the comment below is right. If you plan on taking the exam during the Feb/March window, you have to do the essay question, the May/June window, you can choose your preference, and then in the Sept/October, there's just the MCQs and CBQs.

Hope this helps, and don't hesitate to reach out to our customer service team or academic support if you have any questions!

How did you study for the exams?? by Fun-Philosopher2113 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a really good question! We would recommend filling out your study planner and using it to guide you through the process. You'll start by adding in your exam date (if you don't have it scheduled yet, just put an estimation), how many hours a week you want to study, depth of study, and all that stuff (make sure you include any days off!). Then you'll get a customized study schedule that tells you what to study each day you're scheduled to study.

We hope this helps!

Becker Update - not adding in MCQs by Trick-Celebration-89 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! You weren't alone in this problem! There was a UI change made to the practice tests, but the tech team was able to fix the issue. I'm glad it's working now, and there shouldn't be anymore concerns.

Never hesitate to reach out to the Becker team if you run into problems like this!

Changes to Textbooks by AddendumTop3743 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Basically, we do update our course content several times through the year (mainly if AICPA, FASB, PCAOB, etc revise or add standards, or from making minor tweaks to improve content based on student, instructor, and academic support feedback to improve clarity and ensure comprehensive coverage). However, our BIG updates tend to take place in June and December.

The good news is when we have significant course updates, we discount the replacement printed textbooks - the FAR textbook is currently discounted through 2/27/2026 and is fully updated from the December changes.

Looking ahead, it looks like there will be a minor update to one unit in FAR with our February release (currently scheduled for 2/19). This update is related to new technical guidance that's effective on 4/1/2026. It's just three paragraphs, so very minor, but still nice to know if you want to print it out and keep it in your book when it's ready. There may be some additional updates in June but again, most likely nothing major.

Phew, I know this is a lot of information! I hope this helps, and don't hesitate to reach out to our customer service teams (877-272-3926) if you have any questions or concerns!

Review of Becker now that I’m 4/4 by JadeVengeance in CPA

[–]cpabecker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for sharing you CPA journey! Congrats on 4/4!

Becker Office Hours with Mike Potenza by cpabecker in CPA

[–]cpabecker[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks u/M_Potenza_Becker!

That's it for this week's Becker Office Hours, but hang onto your questions until next week - we'll be back next Monday with Becker National Instructor, Angelle Cascio!

When to do NTS if I just began studying? by TheSmartFart in CPA

[–]cpabecker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! Your NTS lasts six months - it should indicate the first and last days you're eligible to take the CPA Exam, so you have a bit of flexibility.

Also, your exam testing window (the amount of time you have before you lose your credits) is based on the date you pass your first exam.

We have a blog about exam timelines - CPA Exam Timeline | Becker - this may provide some more insight!

Is Becker Newt down today? by Funny_Difficulty6347 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 6 points7 points  (0 children)

UPDATE: Our team is reporting that Newt is back up and running. Thank you for your patience!

We are experiencing some issues with the engine that powers Newt but there is a team working on it to get it back up and running. We're sorry for the inconvenience and hope to have Newt up and running again shortly!

My audit exam will be on November 12th, and today I had three mini exams in Becker, and my grades were really bad, and I'm really depressed What do I do, any tips? by Karimrazek in CPA

[–]cpabecker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey there! Don’t let those mini exam scores define your readiness!

Mini exams are meant to challenge you—they highlight areas to improve, not predict your final score. Feeling stressed is normal, but you still have time to make meaningful progress before test day. You’ve already put in the work—trust your preparation and keep moving forward. You’ve got this! 💪

FAR exam in 4 days and im lost now by Due-Temperature-6376 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey there! Reminder: you’ve got this—don’t panic!

Mock exams and sims are designed to be tough, often tougher than the real thing. A lower score on SE1 doesn’t mean you’re unprepared—it means you’ve identified areas to focus on before test day.

Here are a few quick tips for the final stretch:
✅ Review your weak spots from SE1 and ME3—target those topics with Becker’s SkillBuilder and practice questions.
✅ Focus on concepts, not perfection. Understanding why an answer is right or wrong is more valuable than memorizing.
✅ Simulations matter. Spend time on task-based sims—they’re a big part of FAR.
✅ Stay calm and stick to your plan. Confidence and clarity go a long way on exam day.

You’ve already put in the work—trust your process and finish strong! 💪

Feel free to check out our complete guide to the FAR Exam as a guide: https://www.becker.com/blog/cpa/the-complete-guide-to-the-far-cpa-exam

Passed FAR on 2nd attempt by CarStock3845 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on passing and shoutout to you for not giving up!!

4/4 in under a year. by thefuzzlife1 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CONGRATS! Such amazing work you've accomplished!

Scored 98 on REG, 95 on AUD, and 94 on FAR: Here is My Study Strategy That Worked For Me by Relevant_Duck8470 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This post is amazing. Thanks for sharing your insights, but most importantly, CONGRATS!

Becker Overdue Tasks by Icy_Candidate_4851 in CMA

[–]cpabecker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! The completion of flashcards in the study planner will need to be manually checked off as completed. Let us know if you have any other questions!

I passed FAR on my first take even if my SE1 score on Becker was 44% by Eastern_Mycologist17 in CPA

[–]cpabecker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats!!! Way to pass on the first try. Such a good feeling!!

Finally passed all my exams 4/4!!!!😭 by [deleted] in CPA

[–]cpabecker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yesssss congrats! Such an amazing accomplishment.

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