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Cima gateway exam prep.

CA Ashish Pathak (Employed at Cipla Ltd.) (2779 Points)

21 February 2013

Hello, I need suggestions from all those who have cleared or who all are preparing for the Gateway Exam of CIMA regarding the best books for self-study. Pls suggest me the books which will be sufficient to prepare for the exam. Thanks. for your suggestions.

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Back in the Game (a) (1273 Points)
Replied 21 February 2013

Hey Ashish can u throw some light,What value could be added if CIMA is done with CA?

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Amit Ashok Chawla (Corporate Trainer) (383 Points)
Replied 21 February 2013

Hi Ashish,

You can opt for Kaplan books. They are easy to understand and apply. Just ensure that you do past examination practice too.

You can mail at amit.chawla @ avcls.com if you need more support on resources.

Thanks

PS: Hi The Redemption, CIMA is a good course that covers all aspects of IFRS, Financial Management, Business and also Management accounting at the highest levels. Further, a recognition in 110 plus nations adds weightage to the CV.

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CA Ashish Pathak (Employed at Cipla Ltd.) (2779 Points)
Replied 21 February 2013

@ The Redemption, After clearing CA FINAL, if we clear the gateway exam of Cima then we get exemptions in some of the papers of CIMA and we are required to give just 4 extra papers. So just by clearing 4papers, we can get a degree which is internationally recognised. CIMA being an internationally recognised qualification, will definately bring extra weights to your CV. Many MNCs today are looking for CIMA qualifieds.

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CA Ashish Pathak (Employed at Cipla Ltd.) (2779 Points)
Replied 21 February 2013

Thank you Amit Sir for your suggestion. From where can i purchase these books? Are these books available in book stores in market where professional books are sold? Also can you please quote the approx price of these books?

CA Ashish Pathak (Employed at Cipla Ltd.) (2779 Points)
Replied 21 February 2013

@ Amit Sir, Sir do you advice to buy the study material of the CIMA institute? Will it be helpful or is it sufficient to study with the Kaplan's books? Your advice in this regard will be highly appreciated. Thanks a lot sir.