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The US CMA exam is evolving, and in this video, Aditya Shelar – Lead Faculty for US CMA at FinStreet Education – breaks down everything you need to know about the new exam pattern introduced by the IMA.

Starting with when the change goes live, this video clearly explains how the new case-based / objective format is optional initially and becomes compulsory from the September–October exam window onward. You’ll get a structured walkthrough of what exactly has changed, what remains the same, and how this impacts your exam strategy.

A key highlight of the new pattern is its shift away from written essays. The updated format allows students to focus purely on financial knowledge, business acumen, and application-based thinking, without worrying about writing skills. Writing ability is already assessed through other professional evaluations, and this change ensures the CMA exam remains focused on decision-making and analytical competence.

Another major advantage discussed is the complete removal of manual examiner intervention. Unlike the earlier essay-based format, the new pattern is fully automated, bringing in greater objectivity, consistency, and fairness in evaluation.

However, the video also covers the important downside:
With the new format, partial marking is eliminated. Earlier, descriptive answers could fetch partial credit, but now it’s a binary outcome – either full marks or zero. This makes accuracy and conceptual clarity more critical than ever.

💡 Most Critical Section – Should YOU opt for the new pattern?
Aditya shares clear, experience-backed guidance:

1️⃣ If you struggle with writing ability → Go for the new pattern
2️⃣ If you are completely new to CMA → New pattern is recommended
3️⃣ If your MCQ mock scores are strong → New pattern works in your favour
4️⃣ If you are weak in MCQs or have only one exam left → Stick to the old pattern, finish your US CMA with certainty

Timestamps for reference-

00:00 - Exam Pattern Applicable
00:52 - Agenda and FAQs
02:06 - US CMA New Exam Pattern Explained
02:40 - Sample Essay Question
04:10 - What is Case-Based Simulation?
04:55 - Reason behind the change
06:22 - How many questions expected?
07:10 - Will difficulty change?
07:44 - How to prepare?
08:20 - Old Pattern vs New Pattern
09:00 - Reasons for new pattern
09:35 - Reasons for old pattern
10:25 - Partial vs binary marking
10:55 - Benefits of new exam pattern

This video is a must-watch for every US CMA aspirant, whether you’re just starting out or planning your final exam window. Make an informed decision, reduce uncertainty, and walk into your US CMA exam with clarity and confidence.

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