CIMA P1

Everything you need for the Management Accounting Exam

If you are looking to prepare for the CIMA P1 Management Accounting exam, Practice Tests Academy is your ultimate resource. Our website provides a variety of study materials that will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel on the CIMA P1 exam. Our study materials are endorsed by CIMA and created by experts in the field, who possess extensive knowledge and experience in management accounting. With our help, you will be able to confidently pass the P1 exam and take the first step towards your dream career.

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  • P1 Syllabus
  • Videos
  • Question bank
  • Mocks
  • Tutor Support
  • Revision Module & Assigned Tutor

P1 syllabus

The CIMA P1 covers cost accounting for decision and control, budgeting and budgetary control, short-term commercial decision making, risk and uncertainty in the short-term. You will learn why costing is done and what it is used for, including appropriate costing methods and techniques and where digital costing might be used (Section A – 30%). You will also learn how budgets are prepared and implemented across the organisation, the impact these budgets have (Section B – 25%), and how techniques are applied to ensure sound short-term decision making (Section C – 30%), using appropriate risk management tools (Section D – 15%).
Our team of experts have compiled a comprehensive set of questions and answers that covers all the key topics of the P1 exam, which can help you understand the concepts and technologies covered on the exam, and give you the confidence you need to pass the test on your first attempt.

Videos

P1 Master Course
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There are many resources available here to help you succeed on the CIMA P1 exam if you are preparing for it. We’ve summarised the Kaplan book and based our video lectures on those notes, which offer an effective way to master exam topics. With visually appealing summary notes and downloadable PDFs, you can easily compile all the necessary information without becoming bogged down in the details.
In addition, our additional end-of-chapter questions and flashcards assist you in assessing your progress and ensuring that you comprehend the key concepts.
Successfully pass the CIMA P1 exam with efficient and effective study techniques.

Question Bank

Practice Kit
P1 Master Course
P1 Ultimate Course

Are you looking to excel in your CIMA P1 exam? Look no further than our question bank, which features over 600 meticulously crafted questions. You can use our question bank to:an use our question bank to:

  • Practice questions chapter by chapter, tailored to your individual preferences
  • Select questions from any chapter to focus on your areas of weakness
  • Drill and filter questions you have missed or answered incorrectly
  • Revise with ease and confidence, and prepare for success in your mock exams.

With our practice kit comprising of exam-style questions, conquering the CIMA P1 exam is within reach. No need to feel intimidated by the test anymore.

Mocks

Mocks
Practice Kit
P1 Master Course
P1 Ultimate Course
Simulated tests are a useful method for evaluating your comprehension, spotting potential growth areas, and boosting your confidence before the real thing. We will set up up to 5 mock exams, giving you time to concentrate on your study. In order to improve your understanding of the topic, you can sharpen your knowledge by taking our practice examinations as a supplement to the question bank.
  • Depending on the bundle you choose, you can access a specific number of mocks.
  • You can evaluate and gauge your knowledge by finishing timed mocks and receive full feedback at the end of each mock.
  • To increase your confidence and prepare, practice actual exam scenarios.

Tutor Assistance

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Practice Tests Academy gives you access to trained professors who can answer any questions you may have if you need additional assistance studying for the CIMA P1 exam. You can learn more successfully by using our ask-a-tutor function, which is easy to use and versatile. This tool could be quite beneficial if you need clarification on a particular topic and are having trouble understanding it. Don’t be hesitant to use this tool to dramatically improve your CIMA P1 exam passing chances.

Revision & Assigned Tutor

P1 Ultimate Course

Tailored Revision Module: Access 200+ chapter-specific questions with our intelligent platform. Select, sort, and focus your practice for maximum efficiency.

Visual Passcards: Grasp key P1 concepts with succinct, illustrated summaries – perfect for last-minute revisions.

Assigned Tutor Support: Benefit from a dedicated tutor’s guidance, with monthly progress check-ins to keep your studies on track.

Note: 1:1 lessons are in the pipeline, expected within 6-9 months as an add-on.

P1 syllabus

The CIMA P1 covers cost accounting for decision and control, budgeting and budgetary control, short-term commercial decision making, risk and uncertainty in the short-term. You will learn why costing is done and what it is used for, including appropriate costing methods and techniques and where digital costing might be used (Section A – 30%). You will also learn how budgets are prepared and implemented across the organisation, the impact these budgets have (Section B – 25%), and how techniques are applied to ensure sound short-term decision making (Section C – 30%), using appropriate risk management tools (Section D – 15%).
Our team of experts have compiled a comprehensive set of questions and answers that covers all the key topics of the P1 exam, which can help you understand the concepts and technologies covered on the exam, and give you the confidence you need to pass the test on your first attempt.

Videos

P1 Master Course
P1 Ultimate Course
There are many resources available here to help you succeed on the CIMA P1 exam if you are preparing for it. We’ve summarised the Kaplan book and based our video lectures on those notes, which offer an effective way to master exam topics. With visually appealing summary notes and downloadable PDFs, you can easily compile all the necessary information without becoming bogged down in the details.
In addition, our additional end-of-chapter questions and flashcards assist you in assessing your progress and ensuring that you comprehend the key concepts.
Successfully pass the CIMA P1 exam with efficient and effective study techniques.

Question Bank

Practice Kit
P1 Master Course
P1 Ultimate Course

Are you looking to excel in your CIMA P1 exam? Look no further than our question bank, which features over 600 meticulously crafted questions. You can use our question bank to:an use our question bank to:

  • Practice questions chapter by chapter, tailored to your individual preferences
  • Select questions from any chapter to focus on your areas of weakness
  • Drill and filter questions you have missed or answered incorrectly
  • Revise with ease and confidence, and prepare for success in your mock exams.

With our practice kit comprising of exam-style questions, conquering the CIMA P1 exam is within reach. No need to feel intimidated by the test anymore.

Mocks

Mocks
Practice Kit
P1 Master Course
P1 Ultimate Course
Simulated tests are a useful method for evaluating your comprehension, spotting potential growth areas, and boosting your confidence before the real thing. We will set up up to 5 mock exams, giving you time to concentrate on your study. In order to improve your understanding of the topic, you can sharpen your knowledge by taking our practice examinations as a supplement to the question bank.
  • Depending on the bundle you choose, you can access a specific number of mocks.
  • You can evaluate and gauge your knowledge by finishing timed mocks and receive full feedback at the end of each mock.
  • To increase your confidence and prepare, practice actual exam scenarios.

Tutor Assistance

All Packages
Practice Tests Academy gives you access to trained professors who can answer any questions you may have if you need additional assistance studying for the CIMA P1 exam. You can learn more successfully by using our ask-a-tutor function, which is easy to use and versatile. This tool could be quite beneficial if you need clarification on a particular topic and are having trouble understanding it. Don’t be hesitant to use this tool to dramatically improve your CIMA P1 exam passing chances.

Revision & Assigned Tutor

P1 Ultimate Course

Tailored Revision Module: Access 200+ chapter-specific questions with our intelligent platform. Select, sort, and focus your practice for maximum efficiency.

Visual Passcards: Grasp key P1 concepts with succinct, illustrated summaries – perfect for last-minute revisions.

Assigned Tutor Support: Benefit from a dedicated tutor’s guidance, with monthly progress check-ins to keep your studies on track.

Note: 1:1 lessons are in the pipeline, expected within 6-9 months as an add-on.

What You Need to Pass the CIMA P1 Exam

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Take a look at what products are in each of our P1 packages and compare them. Select the right package for your needs. You can always upgrade or purchase available add-ons later on if you need to.

Key Feature
Free
Mocks
Popular
Practice Kit
Courses
Number of mocks
<strong>Number of mocks</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">Our mock exams are created by our team of <strong>highly successful CIMA professionals</strong> and dedicated IT experts. Time and time again, our mock questions have proven to be almost identical to those in the <strong>real exam</strong>. Our exclusive mock packages include:</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Five professional mock exams</strong>, designed in-house by our team of case study experts.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;"><strong>Two bonus mocks</strong>, provided as a courtesy of BPP and Kaplan.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;"><strong>Detailed answers</strong> in all mocks, giving students the full picture with clear explanations.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;">We believe that solutions should be written in such a way that you are not banging your head against a brick wall trying to work out where you were going wrong. We lay everything out for you in clear detail.</p>
1 mini
1 or 3
1, 3 or 5
6 or 7
Question Bank (600 Q&A)
<strong>Question Bank (600 Q&A)</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">Practising exam-style questions is so crucial for your preparation. It really is a no-brainer for exam success! We have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to prepare a <strong>question bank</strong> with more than 600 questions, <strong>split by parts and by chapters</strong> too.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">The best part is - you can select exactly what areas you want to target for practice. It’s so simple!</p> <p style="text-align: left;">For example, if you want to practise 10 questions from chapter 1, go ahead, but you can narrow it down even further and select to practise questions that you previously unsuccessfully attempted.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Yes, our redesigned tool can do all that!</p> <p style="text-align: left;">We can proudly state that we are the only provider with this functionality.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">It’s highly recommended to use it and it should save you loads of time!</p>
Chapter 1 Only
Chapter 1
Detailed analysis of your results (charts)
<strong>Detailed analysis of your results (charts)</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">We really are <strong>data-driven</strong> here at the Academy, and because of that, we've developed a whole new section of data which allows you to <strong>check your progress,</strong> either <strong>overall, or broken down into separate information pools</strong>. This section includes:</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">A pie chart showing you your overall progress within the question bank</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Few separate pie charts focusing on your progress within individual chapters</li> </ul>
Interactive Video lectures
<strong>Interactive Video lectures</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">The Complete P1 On-Demand Course gives you the best of both worlds, <strong>combining the structure of a tutor-led course with the flexibility</strong> to start studying at any time, from anywhere.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Our video course gives you the chance to:</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Study at your own pace with access to programme content at any time.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Learn the theory by watching the video guides.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Test yourself after watching each chapter video</li> </ul>
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
6-10 end of chapter questions
<strong>6-10 end of chapter questions</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">We’ve mentioned this several times already, but it's so crucial to <strong>test your own progress as you go along</strong>.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">You don’t want to spend hours and hours studying and then find that you lack knowledge about something in the earlier chapters, so this is exactly why we've prepared an additional ten chapter questions for you to complete.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">You can assess your knowledge of the theory included in each chapter's video.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">These TYU (<strong>Test Your Understanding</strong>) questions are in addition to our mocks and question bank.</p>
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Flashcards per chapter
<strong>Flashcards per chapter</strong> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Flashcards are a brand new concept we have recently developed to help you study.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">They should <strong>help you revise the theory</strong> after each chapter with ease.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">We've created around <strong>10 questions per chapter</strong> for you to answer, which, in turn, will help you to ensure that you fully understand the concept.</li> </ul>
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Summary notes (pdf)
<strong>Summary notes (pdf)</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">If you have seen the size of the official P1 study book and felt even slightly overwhelmed, our summary notes will be the perfect solution for you.</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">We've <strong>summarised the latest Kaplan resources</strong> using our own words.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">We've studied the science of learning and we've realised that not only do you need quality materials, but also they need to be <strong>visually appealing</strong> so that you stay motivated throughout your study phase, which we pride ourselves on.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Our materials not only summarise the theory needed to pass your P1 exam, they're also filled with <strong>lots of examples and images</strong>. Sometimes a picture is worth more than a thousand words.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Also, let's not forget about <strong>bullet points,</strong> which are proven to increase your brain's retention of the materials.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;">Don't take our word for it - check it out yourself!</p>
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Complete mock walkthrough video
<strong>Complete mock walkthrough video</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">Practice is key!</p> <p style="text-align: left;">This is another useful resource for you. We've taken Mock #4 and <strong>analysed every question from it in a video format</strong>.</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Our tutor shows you exactly how you should be approaching each question.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">You’ll also find some additional theory included</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">We've split the videos into easy to digest videos</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Questions have been grouped into chapters so it is easier for you to analyse them.</li> </ul>
Online access to Kaplan study book
<strong>Online access to Kaplan study book</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">For our <strong>Ultimate</strong> Package users, we will provide you with the <strong>original Kaplan study ebook</strong>.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Please do keep in mind that Kaplan will provide you access via their platform, which can take no more than up to 72 hours (a process that applies if you buy the book directly from their website).</p>
Ultimate only
Revision passcards and 200+ extra questions
<strong>Revision passcards + 200 extra questions</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">Revision module is included for Ultimate Package users.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"> </p> <p style="text-align: left;">This includes the <strong>r</strong><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: bolder;">evision revision cards</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: var(--bs-body-font-weight);"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: var(--bs-body-font-weight);">- visual summaries of the theory included in the CIMA P1 paper.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left;"> </p> <p style="text-align: left;">This module will help to recap on crucial information of important topics in the syllabus.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Our revision module, which is included for Ultimate Package users, contains an additional <strong>200+ questions</strong> <strong>and answers</strong>, which allows you to revise your knowledge all over again, chapter by chapter.</p>
Ultimate only
Email Course Reminders
<strong>Email Course Reminders</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">As standard, you will be subscribed to our <strong>newsletter</strong>, where we share plenty of <strong>useful P1 information, exam tips, motivational articles</strong> and so much more!</p> <p style="text-align: left;">Our <strong>guided articles </strong>are aimed at making you feel more prepared and confident on exam day, so scroll through and see if you can find snippets of information to support your studies.</p>
Personal Tutor Guidance
<strong>Personal Tutor Guidance</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">Within the ultimate package, a <strong>dedicated tutor </strong>is assigned to your account to guide you through every step of the way. This includes:</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Monthly direct tutor progress checks; our tutor will write you personalised emails with tips on what to do next, what to work on or where to improve.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">An open line of communication with your tutor directly via our widget.</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">A CIMA expert with an excellent reputation; here at the academy, you are in the safest hands 🥰.</li> </ul>
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5* Tutor Support
<strong>5* Tutor Support</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">If there is anything in our questions or mocks that you don't understand, <strong>reach out directly to our tutors for clarification</strong> and they will respond to you, usually within 48 hours.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">If you cannot fully understand a particular answer that we have provided, simply:</p> <ul style="margin: 10px 0px 0px -20px;"> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Click on the button at the end of the question page to ‘ask a tutor’</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Complete your question / query and submit it</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Wait for direct tutor response</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Feel free to ask the tutor for further clarification, if needed</li> <li data-list="bullet" style="text-align: left;">Continue your revision with ease</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;">There’s nothing worse than misunderstanding a calculation and not knowing the reason behind it, which is exactly why we introduced this function to all of our students in the first place.</p>
7 Day Money-Back Guarantee
<strong>7 Day Money-Back Guarantee</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">We also offer a <strong>7-Day Money Back</strong> <strong>Guarantee</strong>. You are 100% safe to try any of our P1 packages. That's all we're suggesting. Simply try it for 7 days to see if it works for you. If it does, then we are certain you'll be delighted!</p>
Pass Assurance
<strong>Pass Assurance</strong> <p style="text-align: left;">Our <strong>pass assurance</strong> means that in the rare event that you fail an exam while you are subscribed to our package, we will extend it to the next exam window for you.</p> <p style="text-align: left;">We are so confident in our packages that we doubt you will fail, but just in case, we are here to provide that additional assurance.</p>
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Justyna_Wachulka-Chan

Justyna
Wachulka-Chan

CEO and Founder of Practice Tests Academy