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You asked (sometimes shouted!) that you wanted an exam preparation. We listened.
Earlier this fall, we shared a promo video to generate awareness and direct interest to the forthcoming exam prep session.
We thank everyone who joined our Core 1 Exam Prep webinars on November 26 and December 3. Rob Bruce and Nikki Marchiel shared some fantastic tips, including how to tackle the Objective format, approach a case (the retired Sunshine Bicycle Tours case in Unit 6), time management tips, how to write a competent case response, and more.
Couldn’t make the sessions or looking to refresh your memory? No problem! We’ve pulled together short, helpful video clips from those sessions to give you a boost as you prep for your exam. Check them out on CPAWSB’s YouTube Channel:
🎯 Objective Format – Tips & Tricks
📚 How to Approach a Core 1 Exam Case
✍️ Case Writing – What Makes a Competent Response
💡 WIR Approach – Weakness, Implication, Recommendation
🔍 Case Assessment – What can you expect the assessment to look like?
📖 General Study Tips – From Now Until Exam Day
But wait – there’s more! We are happy to announce that we will continue to provide and build on this exam prep initiative: Core 1 and a BRAND NEW Core 2 Exam Prep sessions that will be offered to CPAWSB learners registered in the respective modules in Winter 2026.
…And that’s not all! We are busy at work developing tailored data-informed initiatives to support learner well-being and success. We are here for this, here for you, and are gearing up for a fabulous 2026 and beyond!
Stay tuned to this blog and CPAWSB social media for upcoming events and support.
Cheers,
Lauren and Sam
About the Authors
Earlier this fall, we shared a promo video to generate awareness and direct interest to the forthcoming exam prep session.
We thank everyone who joined our Core 1 Exam Prep webinars on November 26 and December 3. Rob Bruce and Nikki Marchiel shared some fantastic tips, including how to tackle the Objective format, approach a case (the retired Sunshine Bicycle Tours case in Unit 6), time management tips, how to write a competent case response, and more.
Couldn’t make the sessions or looking to refresh your memory? No problem! We’ve pulled together short, helpful video clips from those sessions to give you a boost as you prep for your exam. Check them out on CPAWSB’s YouTube Channel:
🎯 Objective Format – Tips & Tricks
📚 How to Approach a Core 1 Exam Case
✍️ Case Writing – What Makes a Competent Response
💡 WIR Approach – Weakness, Implication, Recommendation
🔍 Case Assessment – What can you expect the assessment to look like?
📖 General Study Tips – From Now Until Exam Day
But wait – there’s more! We are happy to announce that we will continue to provide and build on this exam prep initiative: Core 1 and a BRAND NEW Core 2 Exam Prep sessions that will be offered to CPAWSB learners registered in the respective modules in Winter 2026.
…And that’s not all! We are busy at work developing tailored data-informed initiatives to support learner well-being and success. We are here for this, here for you, and are gearing up for a fabulous 2026 and beyond!
Stay tuned to this blog and CPAWSB social media for upcoming events and support.
Cheers,
Lauren and Sam
About the Authors
Lauren Hewson
Lauren Hewson is Manager, Learner Initiatives and part of the Learner Support Team at CPAWSB. She works hard to design and implement programming that helps candidates succeed in the CPA certification program. Lauren is passionate about creating inclusive, data-informed learning experiences that empower learners to reach their goals.
Dr. Samantha Taylor, CPA, CA
Dr. Samantha Taylor, CPA, CA, is the Director, Learner Support, Learning & Innovation at CPAWSB. Having worked as a tenured university instructor, public company CFO, and long-time educator with CPAWSB, she blends academic insights, real-world experience, and institutional knowledge to support learner well-being and success. Read more of Sam’s posts on the CPAWSB blog.
