Paper PM (it is not called F5 any more) is one of the Applied Skills exams and all of the Applied Skills exams are of a similar level of difficulty (which is greater than the level of difficulty of the Applied Knowledge exams i.e. the first four exams). Obviously some people find some exams harder than others but Paper PM is not any more difficult.
One of the biggest reasons for people failing is that for many it is their first ACCA exam (because of exemptions) and they assume that having been to university that ACCA exams will be easier than university and therefore do not study enough. That is not the case – the exams are university level. Those who were exempt from the earlier exams should have covered all the topics at university but often have not. At university the people teaching know what will be in the exam, but that is not the case for the ACCA exams.
For all the advanced ACCA exams there is no ‘quick’ way of passing. It means studying all of the topics properly (and our lectures are a complete free course covering everything needed to be able to pass the exam well) and then practicing past exam (and other exam standard) questions by buying a Revision Kit from one of the ACCA Approved Publishers and attempting every question. Far too many people leave studying until the last minute, and only practice a few past exam questions, which is not enough.
Only about 50% of the questions in the exam require calculations – the rest are theory/discussion. The exam is testing that you understand the topics and have not simply learned ‘rules’.
The word processor and spreadsheet should not present a problem provided that you practice using the resources on the ACCA website (and the last chapter in our free lecture notes discusses this and has links to the relevant resources).
Obviously different people find different topics easy or difficult. Variances are important and are more advanced that in Paper MA, but again although students who were exempt from Paper MA should have studied basic variances at university, many have not which therefore makes it harder for them.
All the exams after the first four are of the same duration and I am afraid that is just something that one has to accept.
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Far too many people leave studying until the last minute, and only practice a few past exam questions, which is not enough. Only about 50% of the questions in the exam require calculations – the rest are theory/discussion. The exam is testing that you understand the topics and have not simply learned 'rules'.
Is F5 hard to learn? ›
F5's certification exams are awesome; a good way to test and prove your skills and worldwide recognized. But they are not easy! And neither should they be. Unfortunately, because of their structure and time limits, many people struggle to pass them or simply don't want to take them.
Is F5 difficult? ›
The Performance Management (F5 paper) in ACCA historically has some of the lowest pass rates globally (source: ACCA global website). This paper tests your technical grasp of management accounting concepts, their application and analysis based on their metrics.
What is the maximum score for F5 101? ›
F5 Exams require a passing score of 245 out of a range between 0 and 350. How many questions are there? Most F5 exams have 80 questions (70 items that are scored, and 10 pilot/beta items).
How many questions are on the F5 101 exam? ›
F5 exams require a passing score of 245 out of a range between 100 and 350. HOW MANY QUESTIONS ARE THERE? This exam has 80 questions (70 items that are scored, 10 pilot/beta items).
Is F5 a high note for female? ›
Contralto: this is the lowest female voice, ranging from F3 below the central C to F5.
How many Gs can an F5 pull? ›
Northrop modified the fighter by placing an advanced single engine in the Tigershark which first flew in 1982. It had a maximum speed of Mach 2 and could sustain 9+ G forces.
Is F5 a high note for a male? ›
An approximate Countertenor Vocal Range would be from a G note below the middle C (G3) to a high F one octave above the middle C (F5). Be sure to support your voice well with your breath so as to get a more accurate representation of the range in your voice.
What is the format of the F5 exam? ›
The ACCA PM exam is made up of three sections. Section A is made up of 15 multiple choice questions. Section B contains three scenario-based questions which are worth a total of 10 marks. Section C of the PM ACCA paper has two long form questions.
What is F5 qualification? ›
This exam identifies candidates that possess the knowledge that is necessary to work with F5 products and technologies. Summary description of the minimally qualified candidate (MQC) The MQC has a basic understanding of network fundamentals, protocols, and common traffic management concepts.
As of Apr 28, 2024, the average annual pay for a F5 Administrator in the United States is $77,503 a year. Just in case you need a simple salary calculator, that works out to be approximately $37.26 an hour. This is the equivalent of $1,490/week or $6,458/month.
Does F5 certification expire? ›
Answer: F5 Certifications are valid for two-years from the date of the passed exam conferring the certification. Example: If you achieve the F5-CA, BIG-IP by passing exam 201 on January 1st, 2020, your certification will be valid from January 1st, 2020 until January first 2022.
What is F5 certification? ›
F5 Professional Certification validates your expertise in manipulating the entire application stack—from traditional network knowledge all the way to advanced application-layer understanding, with the ability to integrate those two worlds.
How much is the F5 101 exam? ›
Where can I take my F5 exam? ›
F5 exams are delivered at Pearson VUE test centers worldwide. To find a Pearson VUE testing center, use the Test Center Search page. If you live more than 55 miles (~90 km) from a Pearson VUE testing facility, you can request a Pearson VUE test center closer to your location.
What is F5 201 exam? ›
This entry F5-CA training prepares learners to take the Exam 101 and Exam 201 exam, which are the two exams required to earn the F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) certification. At the foundation of all F5 certificates is F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) certification.
Did the US ever use the F5? ›
Approximately two-thirds of the original production F-5's remain operational in 26 countries, including the United States. The U.S. Navy operates the F-5 in its adversary squadrons to simulate enemy aircraft in aerial combat training exercises. The U.S. Air Force used the F-5 in a similar training role.
Was the F5 a good fighter? ›
The F-5E proved to be a successful combat aircraft in service with US allies, but had no combat service with the US Air Force, though the F-5A with modifications, designated F-5C, was flown by the US in Vietnam. The F-5E evolved into the single-engine F-5G, which was rebranded the F-20 Tigershark.
