Wow,a great insight into a day of an Chartered Accountant for a currently undergraduate studying accounting and finance,thanks for showing us what your day looks like and what we can somewhat expect to do. 👍
I've just received my BA certificate and earned the CIMA Cert BA designation, I'm very much elated by that and super pumped to move forward as well. I passed E1 last year and I want to finish my Operational Level this year. I've just subscribed to your channel
Well done!! Momentum is key for your progression! Maximise it & take advantage of it while you’re feeling the vibes! Congratulations!! Thank you for the follow! Plenty of exciting content coming up! 😃
Looking at doing level 2 AAT in accountancy.. on the fence at the moment.. I want to change career path but want something that allows me to migrate if I so wish…
CIMA is a great business qualification as well as Management Accounting. Although tailored, even if you decide to move on from Finance one day, a high chance of what you learn may be transferrable!
I ahve so much shoulder and back pain for literally the most basic exercises. I wish I could shred at the gym. I'll never be able to do my gym goals as a young person feeling like this. Good luck when I'm older.
@@CRAIGO10 what kind of jobs does a bookkeeper go for? My plan is to go solo, what path do I go down? Is there a big difference salary wise between BK’s and CA’s? Thanks.
@@CRAIGO10 ah man, I’m just worried as I don’t have no experience in this world which makes me doubt if can actually pull off going for CA lol. That’s why BK seems more promising 🤦🏾♂️.
I'm searching for graduate schemes that offer cima. The only problem is they there's a very small amount that actually offer cima. When you finished uni how did you get a job that offered cima? Was it a entry level role? Thanks
I searched for roles that offered CIMA on the job description & applied. I guess I got lucky! All CIMA offering roles will be entry level. Hope that helps!
You didn't give me the idea i'm afraid. This was the second video on my list before I started my channel... Sorry bro! thank you for the support though! :)
Hey man, I’m stuck between two world, either go uni and study to become a charted accountant or do a apprenticeship degree. Asking for ur opinion on both.
Amazing video! You may have mentioned it and I missed it but in terms of becoming a management accountant is it possible to become a management accountant straight after a BSc in Accounting (like get into a training management accounting role) or do you have to start in financial first? Asking because management interests me far more and if it was available as a starting graduate position I would take it in an instant
Hi there, I am looking at options right now for my studies (I haven't studied before) Should I study directly through the CIMA route or study a BCom Financial Accounting then go through CIMA to become a CGMA ?
You start with the certificate level which is not complicated if you have some very knowledge of bookkeeping, school level maths , again not too high level, and have technical mind.
Hey there Craig,im currently doing my first year for the bcom management accountancy course and I would like to know what happens after that?Do i need to do the CIMA exams in order to be a complete MA?
I need some advice. I am stuck between either doing accounting or marketing as a career. If I do accounting I will either do tax or management accounting. I want to pursue an accounting degree because it can lead to many other non accounting careers and the pay is quite high, however marketing seems more fun and less stressful. What are some benefits I will have if I end up choosing the accounting path over the marketing path? Also I dont want to have to do another 4-5 extra years of study after university so if I end up going the accounting route should I do CA or CPA? Also what are some benefits and negatives of public vs private accounting?
All good questions but only one you can answer yourself through research. I have no idea about Marketing and therefore wouldn't be right person to advise!
Hi great vid. Im aspiring to be a management chartered accountant like you. I’m currently in year 12(sixth form). Did you do any work experience related to this field in year 12 or 13. Im really struggling to find good work experience for accounting so that i have stuff to write about on my personal statement. Also if you dont mind me asking, what was your career pathway straight after A levels. Im ngl im a bit clueless onto what i should do.
Hey mate - don't sweat it. There isn't really a career path into accountancy, I've known people with all degrees end up in Accountancy. I studied Business with Finance but if you want the most valuable then I recommend an Accountancy & Finance degree. You'll get multiple exemptions from CIMA meaning you can become Chartered a lot quicker :)
Can you tell me is it possible to do cima with 9 to 6 job. If possible then what strategy should we adopt to pass paper's in first go Waiting for your reply ❤️
Of course you can - it's hard work but certainly do-able! I don't believe in strategy, just work hard, cover the full syllabus, learn it all & when you feel ready, sit the exam! :)
@@CRAIGO10 ahh brilliant! I'll defo be watching 😊 just subscribed to your channel too! Thank you for creating great content which has helped keep me on track with my studies, especially when it's felt a bit stressful 😂
Happy New Year Craigo🎉 Got an idea for a video for you. Perhaps something related to careers relating to CIMA and how to progress through from FC to FD to CFO level & what are the skill sets required to get to each level in various/or a specific sector🤔 I know you may not be there yourself but it would great to see your thoughts!😊
Nope! CIMA qualified - would only be able to sign off accounts up to £5.6M GBP. Just sharing my learnings from my Management Accounting career to the world 😅
@CRAIGO10 Yes please it would be helpful because I would like to be a CA to so I would want to know what to expect and get a real salary rather than some average or reports on Google which might not be entirely accurate
@ my salary is irrelevant to you. As it is specific to my journey, and at the exact point I am in my career now. You can earn £60-100k depending on experience, role in organisation etc!
You don’t 😂😂 note I’m in full employment so have a work & a personal laptop. You’ll learn through a career in finance that you’ll need multiple windows open at once, two monitors are a lifesaver!
Honestly I don't think it matters as long as the performance is sufficient. I've always been a Macbook fan & has always served me well. The new M1 Macbook airs are fantastic value for money!
Hahhaha! For the sake of the vid I showed my personal email. Didn't fancy getting in trouble for work for showing confidential data & comms online hahahah
Wow,a great insight into a day of an Chartered Accountant for a currently undergraduate studying accounting and finance,thanks for showing us what your day looks like and what we can somewhat expect to do. 👍
You're very welcome! Good luck with your studies mate!
Dear Craigo, this video is awesome ! I would love to see more CIMA videos 🧡
More to come! Thanks man!
Thankyou for the video. It was cozy
Cozy 😂😂😂
Your narration is so chilled and relaxed listening to all your wants and needs. I remember before I had all my kids that life lol.
My life has changed since then. Became a dad myself in Feb 🤣🤣 I like to think that I’m still the same person who narrated that video 😄
@@CRAIGO10 lol 😂 congrats man. I had my first 4 years ago and my 3rd will be this Dec! :-|
Great video as always :) I enjoyed the full video :
Thank you man 👌🏻
I've just received my BA certificate and earned the CIMA Cert BA designation, I'm very much elated by that and super pumped to move forward as well. I passed E1 last year and I want to finish my Operational Level this year.
I've just subscribed to your channel
Well done!! Momentum is key for your progression! Maximise it & take advantage of it while you’re feeling the vibes! Congratulations!!
Thank you for the follow! Plenty of exciting content coming up! 😃
Hey I’m currently in my second year of BA accounting n finance and will be doing the CIMA program whay iob r u doing now?
@@hunnibei8224 I'm currently preparing for F1.
Great video mate!
Thanks mate 👊
Looking at doing level 2 AAT in accountancy.. on the fence at the moment.. I want to change career path but want something that allows me to migrate if I so wish…
CIMA is a great business qualification as well as Management Accounting. Although tailored, even if you decide to move on from Finance one day, a high chance of what you learn may be transferrable!
Mate, this is an awesome video, brilliantly done. Keep em coming, full watch and like.
Thanks mate! Appreciate this! It was hard work & took a lot of work to make!
@@CRAIGO10 I can tell mate, its paid off because it is definitely one of your best.
Great retention aswell of 57%, highest day in terms of watch time on my channel! I'll have to do more similar styled videos!
@@CRAIGO10 yeah defo mate, it was really good, honestly.
Thanks man! Appreciate it :) a couple of issues with blurry shots & the blur mishap, but never mind 😬
I ahve so much shoulder and back pain for literally the most basic exercises. I wish I could shred at the gym. I'll never be able to do my gym goals as a young person feeling like this. Good luck when I'm older.
Not good - sounds like you need to start with plenty of stretching!
I'll be starting my MA position in a month. An excellent video that will inspire me even more. 👍🏻
Good luck!! :)
Have you ever considered a switch to lion tamer career?
I haven’t no, maybe one day 🤣🤣
Thank you for this video. im taking a CIMA paper to be qualified Management Accountant.
Good luck!
Brother what’s your thoughts on bookkeepers? Is there a (good) job market out there? Looking to start the mountainous journey of AAT. Thanks
Very good career! Great opportunity to go solo too if you want too!
@@CRAIGO10 what kind of jobs does a bookkeeper go for? My plan is to go solo, what path do I go down? Is there a big difference salary wise between BK’s and CA’s? Thanks.
@ Bookkeeping roles.
Yes a CA will earn more that’s for sure. Bookkeeping is entry level to accounting.
@@CRAIGO10 ah man, I’m just worried as I don’t have no experience in this world which makes me doubt if can actually pull off going for CA lol. That’s why BK seems more promising 🤦🏾♂️.
@@Lk47233 you can make good money off self employed bookkeeping!
Bro I love this profession with all my heart and I wish one day I will be CIMA
Never heard someone say they love the profession with all their heart. Very deep ❤️
I'm searching for graduate schemes that offer cima. The only problem is they there's a very small amount that actually offer cima. When you finished uni how did you get a job that offered cima? Was it a entry level role? Thanks
I searched for roles that offered CIMA on the job description & applied. I guess I got lucky! All CIMA offering roles will be entry level. Hope that helps!
At first , this idea was given by me , Bro do you remember . I think its got success . I enjoyed alot , i was really motivated 😁
You didn't give me the idea i'm afraid. This was the second video on my list before I started my channel... Sorry bro! thank you for the support though! :)
Nice video, enjoyed it while eating my lunch. Currently doing my ACA exams, might look to become a management accountant when i qualify :)
Thanks man, I appreciate it! Good luck with your exams, you've got this!
Hey man, I’m stuck between two world, either go uni and study to become a charted accountant or do a apprenticeship degree. Asking for ur opinion on both.
For me it was a no brainer! But uni wasn't as expensive as it is now... Depends if you want the uni experience or want to earn money asap?
Amazing video! You may have mentioned it and I missed it but in terms of becoming a management accountant is it possible to become a management accountant straight after a BSc in Accounting (like get into a training management accounting role) or do you have to start in financial first? Asking because management interests me far more and if it was available as a starting graduate position I would take it in an instant
Of course it is mate, i took the path straight into Management accountancy!
Hi there, I am looking at options right now for my studies (I haven't studied before)
Should I study directly through the CIMA route or study a BCom Financial Accounting then go through CIMA to become a CGMA ?
You start with the certificate level which is not complicated if you have some very knowledge of bookkeeping, school level maths , again not too high level, and have technical mind.
Please i have a question
Is MacBook or laptop better for accounting it’s my first year in university
My preference has always been Mac, but honestly, they’re as good as eachother nowadays! Especially for what you’ll need for a degree!
@@CRAIGO10 thank you very much
In your opinion
Should I buy an M1 MacBook Air or an M2 MacBook air
Hey there Craig,im currently doing my first year for the bcom management accountancy course and I would like to know what happens after that?Do i need to do the CIMA exams in order to be a complete MA?
Hey mate - unfortunately I don't have any knowledge of your education system ☹
I need some advice. I am stuck between either doing accounting or marketing as a career. If I do accounting I will either do tax or management accounting. I want to pursue an accounting degree because it can lead to many other non accounting careers and the pay is quite high, however marketing seems more fun and less stressful. What are some benefits I will have if I end up choosing the accounting path over the marketing path? Also I dont want to have to do another 4-5 extra years of study after university so if I end up going the accounting route should I do CA or CPA? Also what are some benefits and negatives of public vs private accounting?
All good questions but only one you can answer yourself through research. I have no idea about Marketing and therefore wouldn't be right person to advise!
Hello Craigo, did you have time to train while studying for your exams and working full time? 💪🏼
Depends what you mean by ‘train’. Once a week? Yes. 4-5 times? No way 🤣🤣 unfortunately the exams take over 😂
Hi great vid. Im aspiring to be a management chartered accountant like you. I’m currently in year 12(sixth form). Did you do any work experience related to this field in year 12 or 13. Im really struggling to find good work experience for accounting so that i have stuff to write about on my personal statement. Also if you dont mind me asking, what was your career pathway straight after A levels. Im ngl im a bit clueless onto what i should do.
Hey mate - don't sweat it. There isn't really a career path into accountancy, I've known people with all degrees end up in Accountancy. I studied Business with Finance but if you want the most valuable then I recommend an Accountancy & Finance degree. You'll get multiple exemptions from CIMA meaning you can become Chartered a lot quicker :)
CIMA vs ACCA which one do you prefer. I would like to hear your personal opinion.
As a CIMA member I'm going to be bias aren't I? 😆
@@CRAIGO10 It's alright, I would still like to know.
Do you tend to have a month end cycle as a management accountant?
All businesses will have a month end cycle and the majority of roles will be involved in a level of capacity :)
Can you tell me is it possible to do cima with 9 to 6 job. If possible then what strategy should we adopt to pass paper's in first go
Waiting for your reply ❤️
Of course you can - it's hard work but certainly do-able!
I don't believe in strategy, just work hard, cover the full syllabus, learn it all & when you feel ready, sit the exam! :)
Hey i am an acca student. interested management accounting. is it possible to work remotley in this sector?
Absolutely!
If I study accounting and business at university would I be able to become an accountant and then after doing ACCA become a charted accountant?
Yes sir of course!
Great video 😊 would you be able to make a video on how you structured your study plan when studying cima?
That's a great idea! It will definitely be one I produce on the channel, it's on the video ideas list! :)
@@CRAIGO10 Yes, please. I would like to see how many hours you incorporated into your weekly routine etc. it would be interesting :)
You’ll be happy to know that I plan on doing this, this week :)
@@CRAIGO10 ahh brilliant! I'll defo be watching 😊 just subscribed to your channel too! Thank you for creating great content which has helped keep me on track with my studies, especially when it's felt a bit stressful 😂
Video & is really to Go Live on my weekly upload slot on Wednesday :) Keep going - it'll all be worth it in the end :)
💃🏾💃🏾thank you for this
No problem :)
Happy New Year Craigo🎉
Got an idea for a video for you. Perhaps something related to careers relating to CIMA and how to progress through from FC to FD to CFO level & what are the skill sets required to get to each level in various/or a specific sector🤔
I know you may not be there yourself but it would great to see your thoughts!😊
Thank you my man! Happy new year! That's a great video idea! I'll add it to the list! :)
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Are you working online as a accountant
Nope! CIMA qualified - would only be able to sign off accounts up to £5.6M GBP. Just sharing my learnings from my Management Accounting career to the world 😅
how much do you earn?
Do you need to know that? 👀
@CRAIGO10
Yes please it would be helpful because I would like to be a CA to so I would want to know what to expect and get a real salary rather than some average or reports on Google which might not be entirely accurate
@ my salary is irrelevant to you. As it is specific to my journey, and at the exact point I am in my career now.
You can earn £60-100k depending on experience, role in organisation etc!
charted management accountantant means US CMA?
CIMA in my case. Designation of ‘Chartered Global Management Accountant’
@@CRAIGO10 OK.. can you please tell more about US Cma... and they are worth it?
Hi i have random questions. What laptop are you using for doing accounting work?
MacBook Pro has been my engine since I started at university at 18, now 31 😄
@@CRAIGO10 im planning to buy macbook air m2 cz it fits my budget , hope it can last that long.
@@justyana7022 I’m actually planning on upgrading myself to the new M3. Airs are a lot more powerful than they used to be & plenty for an accountant!
I'm about to study accounting at uni....Why does an accountant need two laptops and a monitor??
You don’t 😂😂 note I’m in full employment so have a work & a personal laptop. You’ll learn through a career in finance that you’ll need multiple windows open at once, two monitors are a lifesaver!
what laptop would you recommend
for accountants
Honestly I don't think it matters as long as the performance is sufficient. I've always been a Macbook fan & has always served me well. The new M1 Macbook airs are fantastic value for money!
Accounting is hard career
Nothing that is easy is rewarding!
Bro! We are from same field.
Nice one 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@CRAIGO10 🙌
Yo, all your emails are subscriptions. Ya don't need to reply man haha
Hahhaha! For the sake of the vid I showed my personal email. Didn't fancy getting in trouble for work for showing confidential data & comms online hahahah
Self obsessed
🤣🤣🤣 go easy Roy
If I study accounting and business at university would I be able to become an accountant and then after doing ACCA become a charted accountant?
Absolutely