KASNEB Exam Preparation Guide – August 2025 Sitting

Effective preparation is crucial for any student sitting for the Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board KASNEB August 2025 examinations. Whether a student is sitting for certificate ( Accounting and Management Skills (CAMS)), diploma (Accounting Technicians Diploma (ATD), Diploma in Quality Management (DQM)), professional-level programs (Certified Public Accountants (CPA), Certified Secretaries (CS), Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (CIFA)., or any other KASNEB qualification, proper preparation is key to success.

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Strategies for KASNEB Exam Preparation
1. Attend Classes Consistently: Although some KASNEB students may opt for self-study, to ensure preparedness for the upcoming August 2025 Sitting, it is important to attend all lectures and participate in group discussions. RCM Online College offers learners have different schedules and flexible learning options to suit the needs of different student groups. These include
 Physical classroom sessions for students who prefer face-to-face interaction.
 Live Zoom classes for real-time online learning.
 Online self-paced classes through a user-friendly learning platform.
 Pre-recorded Zoom sessions accessible anytime for revision or catch-up.
 Free YouTube video tutorials, available to all learners.
Sample lectures:
1) https://youtu.be/bUkHBVtZjcs?si=KAVwOC80eiQb0WQ
2) https://youtu.be/VonSl4MnYsM?si=XeuA6K5JTEyWmjKw
TIP: students should not hesitate to consult your lecturers for clarification on topics they find challenging.
2. Use Approved and Updated Study Materials: It is critical for KASNEB students to study using the latest syllabus and recommended books. KASNEB periodically revises syllabuses to reflect current industry practices and global trends. Using outdated materials can result in:
 Studying irrelevant content.
 Missing out on new topics and exam formats.
TIP: Students can access study texts and revision kits from KASNEB-approved publishers like RCM Publishers. RCM Publishers offers both soft and hard copy formats at highly discounted rates as follows:
 ATD/CPA Study Texts – Ksh. 1,500 per copy
 BDA Study Texts – Ksh. 2,000 per copy
 BDA Revision Kits – Ksh. 1,500 per copy
 CIFA & CS Study Texts – Ksh. 1,500 per copy
 CPA/ATD Revision Kits – Ksh. 1,000 per copy
3. Practice Past Papers and Mock Exams: KASNEB students should practice under timed conditions to simulate real exam pressure. Using past papers and mock exams enables students to focus on:
 Time management
 Answer structure (introduction, body, conclusion)
 Familiarize themselves with the KASNEB exam environment thus boosting confidence
Mock exams are especially useful for:
• Evaluating your preparedness.
• Identifying areas of weakness.
• Developing time management skills for the exam room.
TIP: Students should aim to do at least 3 to 5 full past papers per subject before your exams.
4. Early and Consistent Study: KASNEB students should start their studies early. Starting early gives a student significant advantage. It allows a student to:
 Cover the entire syllabus without rushing.
 Identify difficult topics and spend more time on them.
 Space out your learning sessions to enhance retention (spaced repetition).
 Reduce stress closer to exam dates because you’ve already built a strong foundation.
TIP: Students should create a weekly study timetable and stick to it. Dedicate time to each paper and topic based on your strengths and weaknesses.
5. Effective Time Management and Exam Strategy: Even if a student is well-prepared, poor time management in the exam hall can cost you marks. To ensure effective time management, in the exam room students should:
 Practice allocating specific amounts of time per question based on marks.
 Learn to structure answers clearly with proper introductions, body, and conclusions.
 Attempt the easiest questions first to build momentum and confidence.
TIP: During the exam, allocate 5 to10 minutes at the end to review your answers.

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