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Financial Ratios – A Tool for Meaningful Comparisons

Learn components and the power of a financial ratio that can be used for a meaningful analysis of a company.

Abhijit Biswas
04 Jul 2022
3 min read

What Is Scaled Scoring for CIMA OT Exams?

Learn about scaled scoring for OT exams, how the scaled score works, what it means for CIMA students and much more.

Katie Ni Choileain
04 Jul 2022
3 min read

Dow Theory: Understanding Primary & Secondary Trends

The Dow theory, named after Charles H. Dow, examines stock market fluctuations, the primary trend and the secondary t...

Sagar Pujari
04 Jul 2022
4 min read

Failed the ACCA? These 3 steps will get you back on track

Failed the ACCA? Read our simple three-step guide to get you back on track after a disappointing exam result.

Alan Lynch
04 Jul 2022
5 min read

Do Employers Care About Your ACCA Exam Results?

Many students ask us about passing their ACCA exams and its impact on their career prospects. So, do marks really mat...

Conor Motyer
04 Jul 2022
3 min read

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What Is Decentralised Finance (DeFi)?

Decentralised finance (DeFi) is an emerging financial technology based on secure distributed ledgers similar to crypt...

hridoyc
27 Feb 2023
4 min read

What Is a Non-Fungible Token (NFT)?

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are cryptographic assets on a blockchain with unique identification codes and metadata t...

hridoyc
27 Feb 2023
5 min read

What Is Stagflation?

Stagflation is characterized by slow economic growth and relatively high unemployment—or economic stagnation—whic...

hridoyc
26 Feb 2023
5 min read

Personal effectiveness

Personal effectiveness is a buzzword that you’ll often hear when reading up on the desirable skills employers look ...

hridoyc
25 Feb 2023
7 min read

Understanding Organisation Culture

  “Culture is the way we do things around here.” What is an organization? An organization is a setup where i...

hridoyc
24 Feb 2023
3 min read

SWOT Analysis – Model within a Model

We all know SWOT analysis as a basic model for strategic planning. However, in the CIMA SCS and ACCA SBL exams, when ...

hridoyc
24 Feb 2023
2 min read

Leadership 4.0

It is not changing itself that scares people, but the speed at which that change is happening …   There’s a ...

hridoyc
24 Feb 2023
2 min read

What is Brexit?

Brexit is the abbreviation of “Britain Exit,” which refers to the decision of the United Kingdom to leave the Eur...

hridoyc
23 Feb 2023
3 min read

Acing the AAT Exams: The Ultimate Guide to Successful Studying!

To gain recognition for their skills and qualifications, thousands of accounting technicians take the AAT exams every...

Philip Meagher
31 Jan 2023
4 min read

CIMA Exam Dates – Plan for Your 2023 Exams!

There are four opportunities a year when you can sit case study exams - February, May, August and November.

Katie Ni Choileain
23 Jan 2023
3 min read

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) With Examples

Learn about Gross Domestic Product and how it's used to track a country's economic growth and health, with real-world...

Philip Meagher
21 Jan 2023
3 min read

Deciding which ACCA Exam to Take First: Financial Reporting or Audit and Assurance

Introduction In this blog post, we will compare two ACCA exams, Financial Reporting (FR) and Audit and Assurance (AA)...

Philip Meagher
20 Jan 2023
3 min read

ACCA Exam Booking: A Step-by-Step Guide and Tips for Success

Introduction The ACCA is a globally recognized professional accounting qualification and in this post, we are going t...

Philip Meagher
20 Jan 2023
2 min read

Logic Testing in MS Excel

One of the most often utilised features in Logic Testing in MS Excel. The IF function is typically mentioned when we ...

Ozair Siddiqui
20 Jan 2023
3 min read

Audit Methodology in a Nutshell

 Generally, an Audit Methodology will have the following three phases: 1. Planning Phase  Here the auditor: Develop...

Ozair Siddiqui
20 Jan 2023
1 min read

Locking Cell References in MS Excel

In MS Excel, we can paste formulas in different spreadsheet cells as Locking Cell References in MS Excel. And the for...

Ozair Siddiqui
20 Jan 2023
3 min read

Islamic Law of Business Contracts and Transactions

Some of the major conditions that must exist for Islamic Law of Business Contracts and Transactions under Shariah are...

Ozair Siddiqui
20 Jan 2023
1 min read

Types of Contracts in Islamic Law

Shariah classifies contracts into three main types. Let’s have a look at different types of Contracts in Islami...

Ozair Siddiqui
20 Jan 2023
2 min read

How does Islamic finance work?

If we examine the objectives of Shariah, we can extract a common theme from them, which is the removal of Zulm or inj...

Ozair Siddiqui
20 Jan 2023
2 min read

Drivers of Bond Valuations: An Introductory Guide

An in-depth look at interest rates, credit ratings, market conditions, and other factors that impact the value of deb...

Philip Meagher
19 Jan 2023
3 min read

Bond Valuation: Understanding the Basics

Learn the basics of bond valuation, including the bond pricing formula, bond characteristics, and time value of money...

Philip Meagher
19 Jan 2023
3 min read

Maximizing Returns with Financial Leverage: Understanding the Pros and Cons

Learn how financial leverage can help boost investment returns and grow your business, but also the potential risks i...

Philip Meagher
18 Jan 2023
2 min read

What CIMA exemptions can I get?

What is CIMA? The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is a professional body that offers a globally ...

Johnny Meagher
18 Jan 2023
3 min read

How Long Does It Take To Become An FCCA Accountant?

Becoming an FCCA (Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a challenging but rewarding journe...

Philip Meagher
18 Jan 2023
3 min read

What Is A Management Accountant Qualification?

A management accountant, also known as a cost, managerial or corporate accountant, plays a vital role in the financia...

Johnny Meagher
18 Jan 2023
3 min read

How to prepare for your ACCA exams

The ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) exams are a challenging and rigorous test of accounting kno...

Philip Meagher
18 Jan 2023
2 min read

Unlocking the Secrets of AAT: What does AAT stand for?

The professional organisation known as AAT, which stands for Association of Accounting Technicians, offers training, ...

Johnny Meagher
18 Jan 2023
2 min read

Why Corporate Governance Matters for Your Career

Learn about the importance of corporate governance, how it affects the overall performance of a company, and how to g...

Philip Meagher
16 Jan 2023
10 min read

Corporate Governance 101: Understanding the Role of Shareholder Rights and Responsibilities

From voting for directors to approving corporate actions, learn how shareholders shape the direction of a company.

Philip Meagher
16 Jan 2023
11 min read

Unlocking the Power of AAT Qualifications: A Guide to Advancing Your Accountancy Career

Learn about AAT's globally recognised skills-based accountancy and finance qualifications, the different course level...

Philip Meagher
12 Jan 2023
5 min read

Why ACCA is the Key to Unlocking a Successful Career in Finance

Discover the Benefits of an ACCA Qualification, including Global Recognition, Practical Skills, Flexibility, Career A...

Philip Meagher
10 Jan 2023
9 min read

The Key Players in the 1MDB Scandal: From Malaysian Officials to International Banks

Learn the role of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak and other high-level officials in 1Malaysia Development...

Philip Meagher
10 Jan 2023
2 min read

1MDB Scandal: Financial Fraud that Shocked Malaysia

Learn about the context of the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal, a major financial scandal in Malaysia from 2009 ...

Philip Meagher
10 Jan 2023
2 min read

1MDB Scandal: Guide to the Financial Fraud in Malaysia

Learn about the history, impact, and ongoing investigation of the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal, one of the la...

Philip Meagher
10 Jan 2023
3 min read

5 Financial Concepts Every Non-Financial Manager Should Know

A Detailed Overview of Essential Financial Concepts for Non-Financial Managers: Financial Statements, Budgeting and F...

Philip Meagher
09 Jan 2023
6 min read

Mastering Financial Statements: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to read and understand income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to make informed financi...

Philip Meagher
09 Jan 2023
6 min read

Managing Risk in Financial Decision-Making: Strategies for Non-Financial Managers

Maximizing Your Business's Financial Health: Strategies and Tips for Non-Financial Managers to Effectively Manage and...

Philip Meagher
09 Jan 2023
5 min read

Understanding Financial Markets & Instruments

A Comprehensive Guide to Stocks, Bonds, Derivatives, and More

Philip Meagher
09 Jan 2023
6 min read

Why Professional Ethics Matter in the ACCA SBL Exam and Beyond

A comprehensive guide to understanding the ethical principles covered in the ACCA SBL exam and their importance in th...

Philip Meagher
06 Jan 2023
4 min read

Advance Your Career in Management Accounting with the CIMA Qualification

A Comprehensive Guide to the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Exam and Its Benefits

Philip Meagher
06 Jan 2023
3 min read

2023 CIMA Exam Fees: Everything You Need to Know

Your complete guide to everything you need to know about CIMA exam fees, registration and subscription fees, individu...

Laura Carrick
03 Jan 2023
3 min read

What is marked to market?

Market to Market is one of the most critical aspects of financial markets these days. By definition, MTM is an accrua...

Owais Siddiqui
31 Oct 2022
1 min read

Ho Lee Model

The Ho-Lee model improves upon the drift to incorporate time-dependency which means that the drift in time 1 will be ...

Ajinkya Gawande
31 Oct 2022
1 min read

Basic Indicator Approach

The basic indicator approach, is a set of operational risk monitoring techniques institutions under Basel II capital ...

Owais Siddiqui
31 Oct 2022
2 min read

Knightian Uncertainty

One of the critical aspects of Risk Management is to identify risk. Part of the risk identification process is to fil...

Owais Siddiqui
31 Oct 2022
2 min read

Value at Risk (VaR)

Given a particular likelihood of occurrence, the value at risk (VaR) determines an estimated loss amount at a given c...

Owais Siddiqui
31 Oct 2022
2 min read

Realised Returns

Using the initial investment value and its final value, we can calculate the bond's realised return.This calculation ...

Owais Siddiqui
29 Oct 2022
1 min read

How to Pass Your CIMA F2, P1, P2 & P3 Exams

Passing your OT exams is key to your success. There are 4 main subject areas that students struggle with every year.

Katie Ni Choileain
04 Jul 2022
4 min read

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