CIMA Strategic Case Study with Musa Shaikh

It is an intensive CIMA Strategic Case Study preparation programme combining E3, P3 and F3 revision with pre-seen analysis, unseen practice, examination technique and mock examinations.

Yes. Candidates progressing from the CIMA Management Case Study to Strategic Level are a key audience for the programme.

Yes. The programme provides focused preparation for candidates approaching their CIMA Strategic Case Study examination.

Berkeley can provide an initial review of your professional and academic profile. Final CIMA eligibility and exemptions are determined by AICPA & CIMA.

The programme includes E3/P3/F3 revision, pre-seen analysis, competitor and financial analysis, 3 practice sessions, 5 mock examinations, marking, feedback and examination preparation.

Candidates complete 5 full CIMA SCS mock examinations, supported by detailed marking and feedback.

Yes. Musa Shaikh's pre-seen masterclass analyses the organization, industry, strategy, competitor, financial performance, ratios, stakeholders, governance and risks.

No. The objective is to understand the organisation and know how to apply relevant pre-seen information to unseen examination requirements.

The examination is three hours and computer based.

Case Study examination windows are normally held in February, May, August and November.

E3, P3 and F3 provide the technical knowledge. The Strategic Case Study requires candidates to integrate and apply that knowledge to realistic business situations.

The emphasis is on application, commercial judgement and individual improvement rather than memorizing generic answers.

Candidates learn to use:

Issue → Evidence → Application → Implication → Recommendation

and receive detailed feedback on their mock performance.

Candidates undertaking the Strategic Case Study with Musa Shaikh should have relevant practical experience that supports their understanding of strategic business decision-making. This experience may be gained through one or more relevant professional roles and should demonstrate the ability to apply strategic concepts in a real-world business environment.

The Strategic Case Study with Musa Shaikh is a focused preparation resource designed to help candidates understand and apply strategic business concepts effectively. It guides learners through realistic business scenarios while developing skills in strategic analysis, evaluation, decision-making, and problem-solving. Consequently, candidates can build greater confidence in applying strategic knowledge to complex business situations and preparing for their Strategic Case Study assessment.

Yes. It is a computer-based examination that may be taken at an authorized testing center or through online proctoring where available. Online candidates must meet Pearson VUE’s technical, identification, workspace, and security requirements. CIMA online-testing requirements

Minor errors are unlikely to determine the result by themselves if the response remains clear and understandable. However, candidates should use professional language, logical paragraphs, relevant explanations, and clear recommendations because communication quality affects how effectively an answer addresses the business task.

An on-screen calculator is available through the examination software. Current Pearson VUE rules may also permit a suitable handheld calculator, including for online testing, but candidates must follow the rules applicable to their booking and examination window.

Responses are not rewarded merely for listing isolated points. Human markers assess how effectively candidates address each requirement, apply strategic-level knowledge to the case, analyze information, exercise professional judgement, justify recommendations, and communicate clearly.

The former description showing four competencies weighted equally at 25% should not be used as the current marking model. Candidates should follow the core activities and weightings in the applicable Strategic Level examination blueprint

The Strategic Case Study Examination result is based on overall examination performance rather than separate section-by-section passes. Candidates receive a scaled score from 0 to 150, with a score of 80 or above representing a pass. Additionally, candidates receive performance feedback across the core activities assessed in the examination. The score of 80 is a scaled examination score and should not be interpreted as a raw percentage.

Yes, moderate typing speed does not prevent success in the Strategic Case Study Examination. Candidates can improve their performance by practicing timed responses, using concise paragraphs and clear headings, addressing each relevant point, and avoiding unnecessarily long introductions. Additionally, selective use of bullet points can 

Yes, candidates can prepare successfully for the Strategic Case Study Examination after a long study gap, although success cannot be guaranteed. First, begin with a structured revision of E3 Strategic Management, P3 Risk Management, and F3 Financial Strategy. Then, progress to pre-seen analysis, case-based answer writing, timed practice, and full mock examinations. Additionally, focused guidance from Musa Shaikh can help candidates rebuild confidence and develop a systematic approach to examination preparation.

No. A copy of the pre-seen material is available for reference during the Strategic Case Study Examination. However, candidates should study it thoroughly before the exam because repeatedly searching the document can waste valuable time. The focus should be on understanding the organization, industry, stakeholders, business risks, financial position, and applying strategic management accounting principles to the case. Strategic Case Study with Musa Shaikh helps candidates develop this understanding through structured case study analysis, examination techniques, mock examinations, and expert academic guidance, enabling them to approach the Strategic Case Study Examination with greater confidence.