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The SCS is the hardest of the three CIMA case study exams — and the gap between passing and failing often comes down to strategic thinking, not knowledge. Here's where most candidates go wrong, and exactly how we address it.
SCS is a strategic written exam — not OTQ. You must integrate E3, P3 and F3 and respond as a senior finance professional advising the board. Examiners want judgement, prioritisation and clear recommendations — not a theory recap.
See how our resources have helped students achieve their exam goals. From comprehensive study materials to personalised support, here’s what they have to say
In-house materials, marked mocks and personal 1:1 support
Everything you need in one place — your tutor's pre-seen analysis, timed mock practice, expert marking with written feedback, and three private Zoom sessions to close your individual gaps.
Questions answered, feedback given, gaps closed. All materials written in-house.
Private sessions with your tutor targeting your specific gaps and writing technique.
15 tasks to self-study across E3, P3 and F3, plus 5 marked by your tutor with written feedback.
Three mocks marked with written feedback and action plan — 48hr turnaround.
Full E3, P3 and F3 analysis by your tutor — built around the current pre-seen.
E3, P3 and F3 revision videos with summary notes — only what gets examined.
All packages include your tutor's in-house pre-seen analysis, revision notes and 20 practice tasks.
The difference is how many tasks and mocks get marked, and how much personal support you receive.
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3 Practical Tasks with solutions, covering E3, P3 and F3 papers. All carefully prepared for the current SCS preseen.
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Practise the above mini mock under exam conditions i.e. timed and using the similar word-processor, so you can improve your writing technique.
Not sure which package is right for you? See exactly what’s included in each — and choose your sitting below.
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Advanced £199 |
Master ⭐ Best Value £259 |
Ultimate £379 |
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| Deep-dive pre-seen analysisCurrent sitting | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Revision videos & summary notesE3, P3 and F3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Practice tasks with model answers | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
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| Self-check mocksFull solutions included | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Tutor-marked mocksWritten feedback + action plan, 3 working days | — | — | 2 | 3 |
| Mock walkthrough video | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Marked practice tasksWritten feedback per task | — | 3 | 3 | 5 |
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| Key Issues videoReleased 2 weeks pre-exam | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Past Sittings Review | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 1:1 Zoom sessions with your tutor | — | — | — | 3 × 30min |
| Weekly progress check-in | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Pass Assurance | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Email support | Standard | Standard | Priority support | VIP 24hr |
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Follow these easy steps to prepare for the CIMA Strategic Case Study (SCS) with a clear plan, proven resources, and expert support.
Find the SCS package that fits your needs — Free, Essential, Advanced, Master or Ultimate.
Receive immediate access to all your materials, including mocks, preseen analysis, and manager-level writing resources.
Use our step-by-step schedule with weekly tasks mapped to E3, P3 & F3 — plus reminders, guidance, and worked examples.
Work 1:1 with our tutor (in Ultimate Package) and get mock feedback to refine your management-level writing and exam technique.
Walk into your SCS exam feeling prepared and ready to succeed – just like thousands of other students who’ve trusted us.
Ready to start? Choose your package and begin your journey to success.
I’d heard SCS was different from the other CIMA exams, but I didn’t realise how much until I started preparing. It’s not just about knowing theory — you need to apply it like someone in a senior role.
The Ultimate Package helped me make that shift. The tutor feedback was specific and pushed me to think more critically. I wasn’t just told what to fix — I had to justify my points and show strategic thinking.
The pre-seen analysis gave me real insight into the key issues and how to approach them under pressure.
By exam day, I wasn’t panicked. I had a structure, a clear strategy, and finally felt I was writing at the right level.
When I founded Practice Tests Academy, I made one promise to every student: we don’t walk away until you pass.
That’s why every paid package includes Pass Assurance. Complete 70% of your materials, sit the exam, and if you don’t pass we’ll extend your access and keep supporting you for the next sitting — at no extra cost.
We also offer a 7-day money-back guarantee. If the package isn’t right for you, contact us within seven days and we’ll refund you in full — no questions asked.
Over 35,000 students have trusted PTA. That trust means everything to me, and it starts with standing fully behind what we offer.
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