Things to Do When You Fail an ACCA Exam

September 21, 2020
Last updated August 03, 2022

Just because you didn’t pass on your first or second attempt doesn’t imply you’re doomed to fail on your third.

So, if you fail your ACCA exam, remember that it’s not the end of the world. You can recover and ace the exam with the appropriate coaching and help.

In this article, we’ll look at several basic and practical strategies that will help you pass the next time.

1. Don’t Be Anxious

If you fail the ACCA exam, it doesn’t mean your ambition of becoming an accountant is over. With the second attempt, you have a second chance to pursue your career. Even better, you’ll be better prepared this time.

When you get the news that you failed the exam, try not to panic. Accept your result and be cool, even if it’s the most challenging thing to do. At this point, panicking isn’t going to help you get a better grade.

Your struggles are not unique to you. All of us have failed at times in our lives. The way you handle it will determine whether you can bounce back or remain grounded.

2. Examine where you may have made a mistake.

It’s entirely customary and reasonable to feel depressed after learning you’ve failed. Take a break, but return to studying as quickly as possible to avoid losing momentum and forgetting what you’ve previously learned.

The second stage is to think about what went wrong and where you went wrong. To pass the retake, you must first assess to determine what went wrong. Knowing why you failed will help you focus on that area more intensely to increase your chances of passing.

3. Make a strategy.

You should have found out what went wrong at this point. Make a list of what you can do differently this time, and then go back to the drawing board to devise a strategy.

You can acquire some advice from the ACCA website, particularly those mentioned in examiner reports and retake instructions.

A planned and realistic study program should be part of your strategy! Remember to devise a plan that will enable you to complete the exam on time. Keep track of your progress when revising, as consistency is essential when studying for all of your ACCA examinations.

4. Be dedicated to passing your ACCA examination.

Making a strategy is pointless if you’re not willing to commit.

The most challenging aspect is sticking to your study schedule. To help you study more successfully, you can use various strategies such as timetables and even applications. Programs can help you stay on track from week to week.

Avoid relapses and make sure you’re always moving forward. At this time, passing the ACCA exam should be your priority.

Social media and video games are distractions to avoid. After the exam, you will have plenty of time to play and explore the social environment.

5. Prepare your mind

Despite being adequately prepared for an exam, studies show that many students fail to owe to exam stress.

As a result, it’s critical to train your thinking as part of your ACCA retake exam preparation.

  • Prepare to answer the exam questions.
  • Set your mind to reason and analyze problems by the requirements of the examiner.
  • Time management will help you to answer all of the questions.

Conclusion

As you prepare for the exam, believe in yourself and be confident. Remember that failing isn’t the end of the world, and try your best to stick to your game plan to succeed.

Avoid comparing yourself to your qualified friends since this will only lead to unhappiness and dissatisfaction.

We all have various paths to take, so don’t dwell too much on the exam once you’ve completed it. At that moment, you won’t be able to change anything. Instead, anticipate your success!


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