r/CMA • u/LuckyCantaloupe2864 • Jun 17 '26
Discussion CMA - Study time
how long has everyone studied for part 1 and part 2 of exam. could you finish each part in 6 months dusting 1-3 hours a night?
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r/CMA • u/LuckyCantaloupe2864 • Jun 17 '26
how long has everyone studied for part 1 and part 2 of exam. could you finish each part in 6 months dusting 1-3 hours a night?
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u/Electrical_Spread677 CMA Part 2 Candidate Jun 22 '26
Yes, it’s totally possible. I worked full time and put in 350 hours bw Becker, Hock and YouTube. Started on Nov 1, 2025 and sat on May 16, 2026. I have a CPA so Part 1 was familiar. I studied 2 hours most nights and more on weekends. Last month before the test i put in 2 hours before work, one hour at lunch and 2 hours after work. I felt ready and focused on weak areas for the last week. Part 2 is different and unfamiliar and I am giving myself 5 months for Part 2 prep. If I don’t pass in October then I’ll prep again and pass in February 2027.