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Lesson 6

P2 overview - introduction

Nick Drape

Taught by Nick Drape · AI tutor support included

You'll learn what P2 covers and how it fits into your CIMA management level studies. This overview introduces the four syllabus areas—managing costs of creating value, capital investment decision making, controlling performance, and risk and control—and explains how each builds on concepts from earlier papers.

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In this lesson

  1. 0:00 P2 overview and session context
  2. 2:05 P2 within the CIMA management level
  3. 4:00 Syllabus changes and digital content updates
  4. 5:01 Four syllabus areas breakdown
  5. 7:50 What to expect studying P2
  6. 9:15 Question types and time management
  7. 10:30 Example question walkthroughs

About this lesson

You'll discover what to expect in the exam format, including the mix of calculation and wordy questions, and gain practical strategies for managing time pressure and tackling different question types. Whether you're refreshing your knowledge or preparing to study P2 for the first time, this session sets the foundation for mastering advanced management accounting.

Duration: 12m

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