How To Pass The CPA Exam: Proven and Practical Method

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  • I am not the smartest guy; this is a practical, disciplined approach to be prepared and confident on test day. No tricks, No secrets. A comprehensive, effective guide to passing the CPA Exam in 4 months that applies to most people. I worked part-time (20 hours a week) while studying. If you are working full-time or are off for the summer adapt the 2 sections/week as needed, but do not sacrifice the two core concepts: compress and review.
    Please do not hesitate to ask questions/comment and if it helps please like and share.
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  • @janetclairec3017
    @janetclairec3017 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Passing the CPA exams is when you study hard, if you can't study or you don't have time for your studies I'd advise you get yourself a help like Mr Willard.

    • @RoseCarrie-co5zw
      @RoseCarrie-co5zw หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes you're correct but remember heaven helps those who help themselves, try studying if you can't study then get yourself a good help

    • @pauliesioocnnell2524
      @pauliesioocnnell2524 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I studied for months and couldn't pass, I guess passing is a blessing

    • @noramei-hua9577
      @noramei-hua9577 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Everyone has their own way, Willard worked for me and studying didn't .

    • @reynoldspatrick5457
      @reynoldspatrick5457 หลายเดือนก่อน

      CPA exam is really a pain in the ass, I don't believe I'll pass, I need Willard's information.

    • @NaomiMartinez-mn8rg
      @NaomiMartinez-mn8rg หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m studying with him and I subscribed for the questions and answers which I got after 30mins of payment

  • @tscoms5472
    @tscoms5472 2 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Passed all 4 in 6 months. My big take away was that getting that mental endurance and discipline was crucial. Gaming is one of my hobbies and I was studying off of my gaming pc and it was so tempting to start gaming with the boys but you gotta remember you are dropping 4 figures to take these exams

    • @bitpat7008
      @bitpat7008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Congrats bro! I’m a gamer too so that’s going to be tough lol

    • @atlienacct5868
      @atlienacct5868 ปีที่แล้ว

      😭 I love to game fml goodbye video games

    • @jaimenegron406
      @jaimenegron406 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you overcome gaming?

    • @jincyranjith5358
      @jincyranjith5358 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you conquered this achievement...amazing bro,,,👏👏👏

    • @CtotheJCops
      @CtotheJCops ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congratulations! How did you schedule time to play video games? Did you tell your self, “once I study for 4 hours straight and no distractions, I will play for 1 hour today?” That’s something I’m doing right now as a way to reward myself

  • @andrewholt670
    @andrewholt670 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    Passing the CPA exams is when you study hard, if you can't study or you don't have time for your studies I'd advise you get yourself a help like Mr Dylan

    • @noramei-hua9577
      @noramei-hua9577 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      People keep talking about Dylan all overTH-cam, he must be a very awesome help

    • @DavidJames-ck6lk
      @DavidJames-ck6lk 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes you're correct but remember heaven helps those who help themselves, try studying if you can't study then get yourself a good help

    • @reynoldspatrick5457
      @reynoldspatrick5457 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I studied for months and couldn't pass, I guess passing is a blessing

    • @janetclairec3017
      @janetclairec3017 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      CPA exam might seem so tough to pass but studying very hard is a very vital skill to win trust me.

    • @jameson001
      @jameson001 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Everyone has their own way, Dylan worked for me and studying didn't .

  • @TheSuperZufan
    @TheSuperZufan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this. This was the best review method I’ve seen so far….and I’ve been researching this for months. Thanks for taking the time to do this. I truly appreciate it. ❤️

  • @xp075867
    @xp075867 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You have a very calm voice! Thanks for the tips!

  • @kaleighmjones
    @kaleighmjones ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad I found this when I did! I've been studying for BEC for about a month now and I have been struggling to find a studying method/process that works for me. I love the way that you have everything set up and can't wait to get started studying.

  • @DreamFirms
    @DreamFirms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're an inspiration. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences.
    Keep it up!

  • @lulut2746
    @lulut2746 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    When you said... or just the knowledge of it all... that was EVERYTHING!!! Focus on the learning and passing will come!

  • @Brovha
    @Brovha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "It's just another practice test...it's a walk in the park" ~
    Like your style! I may begin my whole endeavor pretty soon myself! I'll keep you posted! Thanks for sharing study advice, sir!

  • @nhuttruong3480
    @nhuttruong3480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing. Your help is much appreciated. Your intention was to share the way to study and the strategy to go about to pass the CPA exam, you didn’t sell us anything. You are a generous person. Thanks again.

  • @southisaac
    @southisaac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am considering studying for the CPA Exam AGAIN, and this video really helped me. Then, I read the verse and it sent me over the top. Thank you for the encouragement. I needed this.

  • @GtstangLv
    @GtstangLv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Fantastic practical study tips in here. One thing that really helped me was setting practical test dates for my availability and using the Becker study plan to break down the CPA tests down by individual module. My biggest problem before was being completely overwhelmed by the amount of material. Visualizing how I was going to tackle the exam helped me calm down and realize it was totally doable.

  • @daniellerunsthecity9102
    @daniellerunsthecity9102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I passed FAR in 4 weeks using this method. Thank you!

  • @antonioromero878
    @antonioromero878 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you brother! Much love from Canada

  • @pennythechiweenie3345
    @pennythechiweenie3345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Hey Michael. I like your method. The constant review and keeping things fresh in your mind is such a good idea. How can I adjust it to study while working?

  • @JasonHansonDeo
    @JasonHansonDeo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I absolutely need to see this video today! Thanks!!!! And congratulations!!!!!

  • @AngieeShipps
    @AngieeShipps 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just graduated with my MBA desiring to take the CPA exams !! This is great motivation I needed to start studying! Thank you!

  • @anaescobar3693
    @anaescobar3693 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great work! Congratulations and thanks for the advice. Greatly appreciated 😊

  • @sandrawithoutborders5631
    @sandrawithoutborders5631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best delivery I have listened to. Thank you so much.

  • @britneyc8872
    @britneyc8872 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for these practical tips and I will be using most of them! Liked the verse as well.

  • @professionalyutuber538
    @professionalyutuber538 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think working full time and your schedule is doable but will be tough and worth it in the end. Thanks for sharing.

  • @michaelruiz74
    @michaelruiz74 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good vid! Like how you closed with Galatians. Thanks!

  • @grisvolonte
    @grisvolonte 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you! I just started today. And I’m hoping to pass it quickly and it’s a lot. Thank you for the tips, it helps

  • @badisheffey4550
    @badisheffey4550 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your voice is calming and soothing. That's key to this video. Thank you.

  • @midnightsnack805
    @midnightsnack805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm about to start with your method Michael, it sounds pretty solid to me. Planning to pass Far this March with it + the Roger review course (cheaper, what can I say?). I love the Galatians quote at the end, I'd never heard it before but I've definitely heard variations of it in the business world. - Bob

  • @ssuper570
    @ssuper570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your precious plan and candid opinion. Now i've got clearly what i have to do. I will be back here after passing all 4 chapters :)

  • @paulabulluck640
    @paulabulluck640 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this approach. Thanks!

  • @Mikaeus_Un_Hallowed
    @Mikaeus_Un_Hallowed ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Father Humphrey
    Your testaments are a guide to my feet and a light to my path

  • @ChuyenNguyen-vq9ec
    @ChuyenNguyen-vq9ec 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for sharing your tips. It's very helpful. God bless you!

  • @ellieazimi3300
    @ellieazimi3300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for these practical methods. It is so helpful. God bless you!

  • @kristenenation
    @kristenenation 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was very helpful. Thanks for posting.

  • @CPACareerPaths
    @CPACareerPaths 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love all the tips! 👍

  • @1makeupprincess
    @1makeupprincess 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you!! I am feeling very hopeful that your studying method will work out for me, seems very efficient. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @rplayer77
      @rplayer77 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Bianca, were you able to pass the exams using this method?

  • @paulkim9327
    @paulkim9327 4 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Your method works man! I passed FAR and I am doing BEC now :)

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Let’s go!!! Congrats!! Thanks for letting me know!

    • @winmeaphone
      @winmeaphone 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@michaelhumphrey4567 also passed BEC with a 92! once again your method works! I am off to audit

    • @kevinli885
      @kevinli885 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Paul Kim How did you study for BEC?

    • @amarmanhas8432
      @amarmanhas8432 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi can we give all 4 papers at one go

    • @rplayer77
      @rplayer77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Paul, let me know if you are able to get this message. I have a question for you.

  • @TrueColor20
    @TrueColor20 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for Your advises Mike. I think all information I need is here. I am about to start CPA exam preparation. Hope back to this comment for good news later.

  • @DreamFirms
    @DreamFirms 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips Michael!

  • @archanatanwar5039
    @archanatanwar5039 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you thank you so much. Indeed it's great help. May god bless you!!!

  • @wendystephens4327
    @wendystephens4327 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I will try this method. Thanks for sharing.

  • @deeplymissMJ
    @deeplymissMJ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! a well-deserved victory!!! The first time I watched your video, I was astonished and speechless. Thank you so much for sharing your study tips. I look forward to seeing more videos if you feel like talking about each exam experience especially Audit. Take care :)

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you very much! I may make some more. I was pretty consistent with this approach with every exam!

  • @69Jenny1981
    @69Jenny1981 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Michael. One of the most helpful and to the point videos I have seen as of yet!

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s what I was going for! Thank you and good luck!

  • @roziegichohi1593
    @roziegichohi1593 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video- Could you make a video of what you think is super important to take notes on

  • @kannameghana4821
    @kannameghana4821 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great tips. Thank you for sharing this information.

  • @jonathanpark773
    @jonathanpark773 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Congrats on the Elijah Watts Sells award my friend!! Thanks for the great video

  • @Oveeya
    @Oveeya 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Michael, you’re awesome! Thanks for sharing your tips. I’m done with FAR and am attempting to study and pass REG in 4 weeks and I hope I can using your tips :)

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome! Congrats on passing!

    • @user-xy2ly4uz6p
      @user-xy2ly4uz6p 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you pass!?

    • @Oveeya
      @Oveeya 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@user-xy2ly4uz6p Yep! Got done with all 4 by 2/25 and got my final passing score on 3/10 :)

  • @sbaby1991
    @sbaby1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so relieved you only used Becker because I was getting so confused with all the other supplemental programs out there. I loved the bible verse too :)

  • @sootheme5846
    @sootheme5846 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Overall i think you are a genious. congratuation of you amazing perfomance

  • @elisanamo1226
    @elisanamo1226 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your experience. Congrats by the way.😊

  • @abrahamlee4671
    @abrahamlee4671 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much, God bless you , amen.

  • @apekshachiplunkar9890
    @apekshachiplunkar9890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man! This video is super informative... Thanks.
    Did you get the Elijah Watt Sells award?
    Also, I am very scared to even start FAR looking at its volume. So would you recommend to start with the subject that we feel more confident about?

  • @seandesalero6594
    @seandesalero6594 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advice!

  • @jigarmehta2005
    @jigarmehta2005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Michael,
    I am extremely impressed with your detailed video it is great. I am preparing for FAR and I will definitely apply this into my routine. Can you please guide me if I can get any online lectures on FAR? Or any online tutor?

  • @Ananananon
    @Ananananon 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you're a boss. bless you for making this video

  • @katieboan4165
    @katieboan4165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for posting this video. I am going to start studying for FAR next week :) my only other question is- approx. how many hours did you study per day/week? thank you!

  • @ishmael802
    @ishmael802 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This man a different breed.

  • @abidg1597
    @abidg1597 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video, pls make more videos on cpa study strategy exam etc.

  • @prayers4allable
    @prayers4allable ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so glad for you and I'm proud of how you love God. Your Bible quotation is great. I will use your pieces if advice to write my CPA. Thanks a lot.

  • @ALXSSA
    @ALXSSA 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    See the thing I didn't do was ignore the small detailed things, I wanted to learn EVERYTHING because I didn't want to get thrown curveballs, and they messed me up because it took forever for me to understand stuff and I felt like I wasn't learning. Good video! Subbed! I just took audit and I'm not feeling too good about it, but thanks for the tips. :)

    • @ALXSSA
      @ALXSSA 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also, congrats on passing with 97's, that's LIT. Did you win the award (I forgot what it's called but don't you get like $20k bonus or something haha?)

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally understand that. Details can be important but sometimes you have to step back and see the bigger picture. I hope you passed, and good luck on the rest of them! I haven’t had any one reach out about the award yet so I’m not totally sure, but thank you!

  • @rachellanier2196
    @rachellanier2196 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great information!

  • @ag12thman
    @ag12thman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an outstanding and very helpful video. I am on the verge of trying to finally get back to studying and get the CPA done, finally, and I was looking for something that would outline a study method or protocol that I could follow. Your video is one of the few that I've found that does this! I have not yet started and am working on a plan that finally see me through this monster of an exam (four of them) successfully.
    How do you recommend modifying things for someone (like me) who works full-time (50+ hours most weeks)? Should I aim for 1.5 sections per week, maybe? Love the Bible verse you gave at the end, too. I'm going to write that down so I can see it at the start of every study session.

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s what I was going for. I hope it helps!
      I would shoot for 1 section a week with that amount of work, anything above that would be great. As long as you keep reviewing along the way, I think it’ll work great. That verse definitely kept me going. Gotta find something to motivate us and push us through cause it just isn’t that fun haha.

  • @aimeemolina2608
    @aimeemolina2608 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your video. I have a question if you could please answer what you think I should do. I am am going part-time for the summer (30 hours a week) at my public firm to get more studying in before audit season. I have failed FAR twice, and I want to pass this time, and I am scared that I won't have the concepts down and/or mesmerize answers if I try to rush and get two sections a week, but I feel myself losing what I just learned. I am implementing reviewing every week and I have done this for two weeks now. I don't know if I should push to cover more, since I see my scores are low in prior sections or should I move on and review those topics later?

  • @danielcharles7820
    @danielcharles7820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This method helped me pass FAR and BEC. Thanks!!!

    • @rplayer77
      @rplayer77 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Daniel, I am confused about this method and was curious to see if I can ask you for help. I have been trying to get it, but there are some things that I am not clear on. Let me know if you can do so.

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    • @danielcharles7820
      @danielcharles7820 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Update: I used his methods to cram for all 4 exams. My study time was less than 1 month in total, and I got a 75, 81, 82, and 84 on AUD, REG, BEC, and FAR, respectively. I studied for 10 days for FAR, 5 days for BEC, 3 days for REG (because I'm a tax professional), and 6 days for AUD.
      Thanks again, Michael! Needless to say, you certainly changed my life.

  • @euniceferrer8072
    @euniceferrer8072 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I will become a CPA 💞 I’ll follow your tips.

  • @msanrai
    @msanrai 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The mental endurance piece is so important. By hour 3 im so exhausted taking the test.

  • @404TRUCKERTV
    @404TRUCKERTV ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn bro, good job! 👏👏

  • @elizabethemmanuel1919
    @elizabethemmanuel1919 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congratulations!!! Planning to buy Becker next month, I start my exams early 2020. Writing FAR first then BEC, AUD, REG, that make so much sense...Gal 6:9 is such an encouragement, it made my day! Thanks again!

  • @rituconsul
    @rituconsul 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi -- Thank you for your video. I have been out of school many years and I too am following your approach: notes, condense and review. Looking at comments on other sites -- people have compared the SIMS on Becker to the actual test and have said that the SIMS were way easier on Becker. Would you say this to be true? Or did you find that the Becker SIMS were comparable to the actual test in the look and complexity? Honestly -- I was having enough of a hard time with Becker -- if those are easy ....

  • @RandomRabbit007
    @RandomRabbit007 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the help bro. Just passed FAR on my 1st attempt with a 79 today! 1 exam done, 3 more to go but hopefully all downhill from here. This video helped me alot, more than anything else on youtube. I stuck to what you said as far as not trying to get a perfect score, get to passing then give the test and it really worked out for me! 6 weeks just like you! Thank you. I'll use this technique for the other exams as well.

    • @TheGoldenTuba
      @TheGoldenTuba ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats!!

    • @RandomRabbit007
      @RandomRabbit007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGoldenTuba Thank you Zack

    • @RandomRabbit007
      @RandomRabbit007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGoldenTuba Just passed Auditing in 4 weeks! On to Regulation next!

    • @RandomRabbit007
      @RandomRabbit007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGoldenTuba Just found out I passed REG. 1 more to go, BEC

    • @RandomRabbit007
      @RandomRabbit007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheGoldenTuba BEC done. It was a hell of a journey but I'm glad its done

  • @malikjaved616
    @malikjaved616 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m starting with FAR. I’m out of school for over 15 years. Your method seems great. I will follow it. Thanks

    • @pennythechiweenie3345
      @pennythechiweenie3345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m out of school 30 years! It’s never too late.

    • @crystaljohnson567
      @crystaljohnson567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I hope it works for you. I’m starting far today June 12, 2020. I work in the industry and now it’s time to restart my CPA journey. The kids are going to college and I’m an empty Nester, so now it’s time to study for this test. Wish me good luck🍀

    • @malikjaved616
      @malikjaved616 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck
      You work hard and that is all you need

    • @user-xy2ly4uz6p
      @user-xy2ly4uz6p 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you pass!?

    • @user-xy2ly4uz6p
      @user-xy2ly4uz6p 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Angie Conover did you pass!?

  • @krishnanraman9131
    @krishnanraman9131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks for the Video Micheal, I am 38 and have a full time job. DOING 4 hours is the maximum I can spend per day. Can you suggest how I can dedicate my time better and take up the exams??

  • @macyfleming8487
    @macyfleming8487 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Michael, I am not sure you would remember me from school, but I randomly stumbled upon this video and WOW! Congratulations on your success with the CPA exams; you definitely deserve it! It is motivating to hear about your experience with the exams and your study method, as I am struggling with the drive and discipline these exams require. I hope you are doing well and enjoying life since kicking butt on these exams!

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes of course I remember you! Thank you for commenting! I can certainly understand not being motivated, it’s just not fun haha. But I know for a fact you can do it...Let me know if you need anything!

  • @janelleperez2782
    @janelleperez2782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! Great video Michael :) Did you do the final review with Becker btw?

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did not do any of the final review from Becker. I just used my own notes

  • @traderreality6354
    @traderreality6354 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I hope I can pass CPA I Don’t have job I am 36 years old all my dreams related to CPA if I can choose between my life and CPA I would choose CPA

    • @florencegilbert9528
      @florencegilbert9528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Elvis Anderson So sorry about that am still looking forward too take my CPA exam on September just studying hard and praying to God I know I can make it.

    • @RichardLorenzoJr--RROC.
      @RichardLorenzoJr--RROC. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Jefferson After 3-4 years of studying we are being challenged by the ultimate exam “CPA” many CPA students face difficulties in acquiring their certificates

    • @cynthiamorgan4184
      @cynthiamorgan4184 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@RichardLorenzoJr--RROC. I failed my CPA exam to times first was 2012 second was 2018 and I lost money on review questions and also wasted a lot of time studying which never helped me .

    • @thomashalls8558
      @thomashalls8558 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@cynthiamorgan4184 Sorry for your predicament license is for everyone just have to work hard and believe you’ll make it.

    • @thomashalls8558
      @thomashalls8558 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i know of a woman who can help you out her name is Mrs Tina my cousin sister told me of her and how she helped her make her license if you need her you can talk to me here is my email

  • @spectremels4587
    @spectremels4587 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really helpful video and congrats on passing so fast! When you say practice tests on the three days before the exam, do you mean the three Mock Exams Becker provides or did you create your own PTs? Thanks!

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, I was referring to the mock exams. Becker recently changed the names on all those. Then each week I would create two practice tests to keep reviewing and adding the material together. My philosophy is the more you review during, the more you’ll understand, the better you’ll perform, and less you review at the end.

  • @deelipprajapati8011
    @deelipprajapati8011 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, M.

  • @monikaagarwal9381
    @monikaagarwal9381 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can't thank you enough Sir🙏

  • @ktorres7105
    @ktorres7105 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for your tips.

  • @somadhikari7951
    @somadhikari7951 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Mike, do you have not suggest any supplement review course along with Becker or only you recommend Becker. Is Becker enough for covering all exam contents?

  • @rockfinancial2371
    @rockfinancial2371 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Unrealistic timeline for those who work full-time. Congrats on your high scores! I try to take notes but end up finding they slow me down overall. Now I just have been answering MCQ's and searching the text for wrong answers to learn why I got it wrong.

    • @shivamsharma-qr1jt
      @shivamsharma-qr1jt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      did it work? you pass?

    • @rockfinancial2371
      @rockfinancial2371 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@shivamsharma-qr1jt Yep, finally!

    • @stephaniaa5064
      @stephaniaa5064 ปีที่แล้ว

      hi, not sure if you’ll even see this! but I’m in the same boat and was wondering if by doing the MCQs and taking notes on that were u able to pass it FAR on your first try?

  • @fillsgarage
    @fillsgarage 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thank you for sharing. God Bless.

  • @zkhan9936
    @zkhan9936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How well did you do in college as a clouting major? feel like its a big factor since its all about what you learn and the review for the CPA is building on what you retained from your college years

  • @knottheory79220
    @knottheory79220 ปีที่แล้ว

    lol it took me 19 months, so props to anyone who did it much faster. Here's what worked for me:
    Audio lectures - listen to them constantly
    Take your study books with you everywhere. Gotta wait for an eye exam or oil change? Guess what you're doing.
    First two weeks - All video lectures, then:
    Monday thru Friday-
    20 MCQs before work (done by 6 AM)
    20 MCQs after work (try to be done before 11 PM)
    Take notes on any you get wrong. It's not much but you don't have any time to do more.
    Saturday/Sunday
    100 MCQs
    or swap 20 MCQs for a Sim
    No less than 5.5 hours
    Do this for as long as it takes to exhaust your test bank/sims, if you get to the point you just have the answers memorized you went too far.
    MCQs - do every one in your test bank, then re-do all the ones you get wrong, then re-do all the ones you get wrong twice and go back and study those topics. Make notes on things you keep getting wrong, keep them concise as possible.
    Then do practice exams for 2 weeks. The last week is all reviewing notes, lectures, reading and videos on sections where you know you're not as good.
    Any old time - copy the book, at least important sections. There's a lot of stuff you just have to memorize and writing it on paper with a pen is the best way. Extremely tedious but very effective.
    Strongly agree you have to review what you've already done, you need to track how you perform on different topics (the software can help with this) and drill yourself where you're not doing well.
    Also, Becker was too damn overwhelming. I switched to Yaegar and supplemented it with Ninja, Farhat lectures and sometimes a Gleim book.
    Mostly, don't do it after you have been out of school for 11 years like I did lol... would have been much better if I were a recent grad.

  • @jeanneta7802
    @jeanneta7802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi Michael,
    Thanks for making this video! I was a hard time managing how to study and retain all the topics in FAR so this really helped me visualize a game plan for me to approach it in a different way. I was constantly getting hung up on small details too! Did you find listening to the Becker lectures a lot more helpful than reading the book by itself? I know they bring up many useful mnemonics but I found the lectures to be a hit or miss depending on the instructor assigned for the section. I like the mnemonics they use but sometimes the lectures felt more distracting because I couldn't take notes while they were talking.

  • @nomercy2968
    @nomercy2968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Please help me with this question: Whatever review course you used. I see that some offer video classes (extra $$). If you did, were they useful to you, or textbooks, your notes, and MCQ's are sufficient? Thank you.

  • @lizacurran1085
    @lizacurran1085 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm studying full time and managed to fail BEC and REG, so clearly what I'm doing isn't working. Thank you so much for making this I was immensely frustrated. I'm actually reading thru Galatians right now and seeing your quote at the end was a total God thing!! Shooting to take Audit December 10th!

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so sorry to hear about bec and reg. They’re hard tests so don’t get too down! Hopefully these tips can help! And that’s awesome, I don’t think just a coincidence. Do not grow weary! Good luck!

    • @DeontreM
      @DeontreM 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck on your exam Liza!! I'm taking FAR around the same time

    • @lizacurran1085
      @lizacurran1085 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DeontreM best of luck!! It's such a pain doing all this around the holidays

  • @detebeza
    @detebeza 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome 👏

  • @maruslight5582
    @maruslight5582 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Michael,
    Personally I have taken and failed FAR twice. I am thinking of starting with BEC instead because going through FAR again sounds daunting. However I have complete handwritten notes for all 10 sections of FAR. I am scheduled to take BEC on March 13th. Please advice given my unique circumstance🙏🏾
    Also the verse you quoted is today's verse 1/19/2021 from the youversion App.🙏🏾

  • @The22557799
    @The22557799 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best thing I liked about the video was the verse he concluded with.

  • @linhwilliam7775
    @linhwilliam7775 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    .Obviously CPA exam has been a pain in my ass, but that won't bother me any longer I have gotten my license already thanks to you Mr Marcus God bless you more cuz you made it possible for me

    • @carolinaalexander1005
      @carolinaalexander1005 ปีที่แล้ว

      CPA exam is really difficult and frustrating, i can't believe I failed again after studying so hard

    • @ginahurry7912
      @ginahurry7912 ปีที่แล้ว

      You will pass everyone has their own season, just keep going pray and believe you will receive yours Mr Marcus like everyone has been saying he can be off help

    • @ruthlemieux7945
      @ruthlemieux7945 ปีที่แล้ว

      Am sorry for that some people people also passed through difficulties, just be patient and keep studying

    • @linhwilliam7775
      @linhwilliam7775 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm really sorry about that but I got used to it until I succeeded, I failed 5 times before I finally passed, It would have been 6 but Marcus saved me from failing again

    • @joycarmack5981
      @joycarmack5981 ปีที่แล้ว

      I saw someone say he is not trustworthy i couldn't stop laughing, really people say a lot of shit these days

  • @Damonn-ij4tw
    @Damonn-ij4tw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are amazing, don't stop posting these types of videos , I got motivated by you iam 21 yrs old CMA and im going for the cpa

  • @feytellegela9758
    @feytellegela9758 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello am frm Phil really love to review and pass CPA

  • @rplayer77
    @rplayer77 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Michael, I really have enjoyed watching your video. Congratulations on getting this over with and moving on. Thanks to your advise, I want to try to take these exams and do each one within a 6 to 8 week window. I am going to follow the strategy about reviewing everything, but instead of Saturdays I am going to do it Sundays. Here is a question for you. How much of a believer are you in not taking a day off? In my original CPA plan I wanted to take 3 months and a half on the first part and take Fridays off to really learn the material, but your process is fast and efficient. Also, about how many hours did you study per day during the week? I work full time and I am.shooting between 3 and 4 don't know if that will work out, but hopefully it does. The other thing I am going to follow is instead of reviewing for 2 weeks, I will stick it with 1 week although I may add a day or two more of reviewing and a practice exam. Oh and another question. Ok, you mention reviewing notes everyday. Does this happen at the end of the study session? Its going to be interesting to lay this all out in my case. In my course, REG is 6 chapters. I may be able to pull off most chapters 1 week each maybe with one chapter I will do 2. I know Becker is 8, but all the providers are different. Thank you for your motivation to all the viewers. I will try my best to follow your method as much as I can. The only slight difference is that I'll do a couple more weeks than you did. I am.shooting for 7 total, I am starting out with REG because that is the one part where its all unrelated to the others and then moving on to FAR. Then finally, the review course is different, but I am sure that I can do your method. Lastly, did you ever consider doing a supplemental test bank from a competitor of Becker's? If not, would you recommend it or it all depends on the candidate in your opinion? Thank you again.

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey Raul thanks for reaching out. It may sound crazy but I don’t recommend taking lots of days off. I took 4 days off in 4 months. Sometimes they really are necessary, but not a regular part of what I did. Of course some weekend days I might review for only 1-3 hours, but I rarely took a whole day off. I also wasn’t working FT though, so taking Fridays off sounds very fair and reasonable in your case.
      At first, I studied around 6-8 hours on days I wasn’t working. But I built up to around 10-12 with Saturdays and Sunday’s generally lighter, until the end. When I was in the thick of working and studying, most days I started studying at 6:45 am and ended at 9 pm. With work, eating, and working out in between.
      I do not recommend taking 3 months on one section, if possible. You’ll spend way more time reviewing than actually going through the material, and you will absolutely forget stuff you’ve gone through. 3-4 hours while working is great. If able, do some before work so you’re fresh. Try to hit at least a section a week with constant review included. It’s not fun, so you don’t want this prolonged.
      Yes. I reviewed everyday after a break from the study session. This allows you to take a step back, cement the ideas, and see the bigger picture again and what matters. It doesn’t take long and you can sleep on the ideas and learn them.
      I never considered a supplemental test bank. Becker already has way too many questions that waste time, although I did do them all. Hope this helps.

    • @rplayer77
      @rplayer77 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Michael, Thank you for your response. I plan on following your advises. My slight concern that I am having is how to implement 2 of the review courses that I have. I didn't go with Becker because they don't teach with the white board which I learn best. The downfall of the one which I learn best is that they aren't believers in multiple choice while there is another one which is but isnt good at teaching. I have thought about doing an hr each day of questions with this one that has a larger test bank, then I think that maybe doing lectures in the morning and then questions at night with other course could work out better, and finally i have also thought of doing 1 of them for just a couple of hours in the weekend. If I feel that it doesn't work I will just focus on one and see what happens. Regardless, I plan in following your game plan. Hopefully I can get started this weekend. If you can think of an idea that I can do in my case, please let me know and I can consider it. Will appreciate.

  • @hafsaruun256
    @hafsaruun256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I think most methods in youtube are made for students who r doing nothin the whole day other thn studyin.
    I hv CPA exam late april n am working, hvin little time to study n sitting for 6papers is challenging but i believe i will make it.

  • @abodo511oo
    @abodo511oo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dear Michael,
    Thank you so much. I have a small question, I’m an average person, not a genius. Can I expect passing the exam if I study Becker very well. My question, can I expect familiar questions in the real CPA exam compared to those practice tests provided by Becker?

  • @atrujillo9311
    @atrujillo9311 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing in such a clear, detailed way.
    Would you be able to share what your averages were on the practice exams?

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you! Generally I scored around 15 points lower on the practice than I scored on the actual exam (which I hear is normal). Mainly upper 70s and lower 80s.

  • @saraghanem6361
    @saraghanem6361 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loving this video! Thank you so much Michael! I’ll be starting with FAR soon and I’ll attempt to use your method:) Question, did you use the hard books at all? I’m thinking about going through the lectures, write down the instructor’s annotations and notes (also making my own notes along the way), but I’m thinking this method is kinda time consuming, cause sometimes I’d have to read the whole page on my own since they only focus and underline specific paragraphs. I’m just confused when it comes to this, would love to hear your thoughts, have an awesome day Michael, CPA:)

    • @rahulsrivastava3234
      @rahulsrivastava3234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is... it takes so much time to take proper notes eventhough after taking notes it doesn't add any value on overall prepration.

  • @danali785
    @danali785 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Michael! Congrats! I really like your video. do you usually do M/C after each module or do it all after you finish one section?

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I attempted all multiple choice after each module, and whichever ones I missed I would go back and finish after the entire section.

    • @danali785
      @danali785 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaelhumphrey4567you mean redo all incorrect questions after entire section?

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes that’s correct. If I missed a question I left it and I went back at the end of the section and made sure I got it right for each module.

  • @articulate1935
    @articulate1935 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such a great video! Compress and review, repeat.
    Wish you had a full time employee version lol

    • @michaelhumphrey4567
      @michaelhumphrey4567  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you very much and I understand! If I was working full time, I’d try to do a least a section a week. I would also review more often since it cannot be compressed as much. Easier said than done for sure!

  • @NMLeepsa
    @NMLeepsa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Can you make a video for 2021 cpa exam preparation?

  • @lacydrew
    @lacydrew 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can we distinguish importance of topics?? Thanks so much for the tips!!

  • @virufan1743
    @virufan1743 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Michael,
    Thanks for the lovely video. Is 36 mths experience compulsory to become CPA. I have 3 yrs of experience as manager in hospitality does it count as experience?