Accounting Makes Cents - an MJ the tutor podcast
Join MJ, a longtime tutor, explore various accounting and business topics to help students with their journey in attaining a CIMA qualification and beyond. This podcast will help kickstart your study preparation.
Episodes
In this episode, MJ the tutor breaks down the hidden dangers of outsourcing customer-facing operations. While handing logistics or support to a third party looks great for cost-cutting, it often introduces massive qualitative risks. Learn how to look beyond and how to protect your brand equity, customer touchpoints, and long-term competitive advantage.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accoun...
In this episode, MJ the tutor looks at a real-world $100 million corporate disaster to answer a big exam question: what happens when the metrics you design to drive efficiency actually break your business? You'll learn the perils of sub-optimisation, and why KPIs that look perfect on a spreadsheet can totally fail in real life.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still t...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the strategic case study (SCS) pre-seen material for the August 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussion...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the management case study (MCS) pre-seen material for the August 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussio...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the operational case study (OCS) pre-seen material for the August 2026 sitting. 3 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussi...
In this episode, MJ the tutor explores why so many mergers fall short of expectations and what really happens once the deal is done. Why even well-planned mergers can struggle once strategy meets reality—and what organisations can do to improve their chances of success.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing ...
In this repeat episode, MJ the tutor tackles a challenging but important topic once again: studying for a qualification while unemployed. MJ discusses the struggles and obstacles with studying on your own, as well as some solutions and strategies to help you stay on track.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tip...
In this episode, MJ the tutor explore the SAF framework as a simple but powerful way to evaluate business decisions before committing to them. Rather than jumping straight to “yes” or “no” when an idea is introduced, SAF encourages a more disciplined approach. This framework is particularly relevant for students studying CIMA E3, but also useful for anyone involved in business analysis or strategic thinking.
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In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the strategic case study (SCS) pre-seen material for the May 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions o...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the management case study (MCS) pre-seen material for the May 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions ...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the operational case study (OCS) pre-seen material for the May 2026 sitting. 3 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions...
In this episode, MJ the tutor revisit a format that has appeared on the podcast before — answering frequently asked questions about the CIMA case study exams. If you’ve listened to earlier episodes, you may remember previous FAQ discussions from 2022 and 2024. Since then, new questions continue to come up from students preparing for their exams, particularly around how to approach the writing process during the ca...
In this episode, MJ the tutor explores what data says about when people start and finish their professional studies, explains why the “right age” is a myth, and why commitment matters more than numbers.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussions of CIMA syllabus topic...
In this episode, MJ the tutor breaks down why people resist change and how leaders can respond effectively. Learn about the psychology behind resistance, the six techniques for overcoming pushback, and how to choose the right approach depending on the situation.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resou...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the strategic case study (SCS) pre-seen material for the February 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussi...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the management case study (MCS) pre-seen material for the February 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discuss...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the operational case study (OCS) pre-seen material for the February 2026 sitting. 3 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discus...
In this special 4th anniversary and year-end episode, we take a broad look at some of the updates in the CIMA syllabus. From digital transformation to emerging topics like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Sustainability Reporting under IFRS S1 & S2, this episode explores how the world of finance is evolving and what it means for future finance professionals.
Accounting Makes Cents is biweekly p...
In this milestone episode, MJ the Tutor reflects on the journey of the podcast and shares five key lessons from over 100 episodes. MJ offers insights and encouragement for anyone navigating their CIMA studies or personal growth in accounting.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discus...
In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the strategic case study (SCS) pre-seen material for the November 2025 sitting. 4 tidbits about the current pre-seen material are highlighted and explored further.
Accounting Makes Cents is a biweekly podcast dedicated to CIMA accounting students and those still thinking about it. Episodes will range from providing study tips and resources to brief discussi...
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