In this episode of the First Intuition Student Podcast, we’re joined by Rebecca Altria, First Intuition’s Educational Content and Assessment Lead, and a lead exam marker for ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW.

Rebecca takes us behind the scenes of marking, sharing what she looks for in student scripts, common mistakes that lose marks, and practical tips to help you impress markers and boost your results. From structuring answers to tackling every part of the question, this episode is packed with insights that every accounting student should know.

Whether you’re preparing for a mock or a real exam, learn how to write clearly, justify your points, and get the most out of your study efforts. For more in-depth insights from Rebecca, check out her blogs:

• Behind the Exam Room Door: Insights from a CIMA Marker
• Behind the Exam Room Door: Surprising Insights from an ACCA Marker

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Wind farms are becoming increasingly important in both the real world and the accounting syllabus. In this episode, Dave explains what wind farms look like in practice and how the auction process works, while Ben breaks down the technical accounting treatment and highlights exactly what you need to know for your exams. They also discuss how sustainability is shaping the profession and what it means for future reporting.

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In this episode, we dive into purposeful goal setting. We look at how to set realistic targets, understand where goal setting can fall short, and share simple ways to build a process that helps you plan, reflect and stay on track throughout the year ahead.

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