CPA index or CPA summary notes?
Why should I create an index when I can just grab someone else’s and why would I create an index if I have summary notes?
As I suggested the first step is to create CPA summary notes for each module (https://knowledgequity.com.au/cpa-summary-or-index/).
Once you have done that let’s now explore the creation of a CPA index for your subject. We have prepared a detailed guideline with examples based on Ethics and Governance Module 1 which we think will be helpful for you.
Overview of preparing a CPA index
The benefit of indexing comes from:
- 1. Spending time deciding on which words/concepts should be noted for special consideration
- 2. Reviewing the index during your CPA exam revision period
- 3. Quickly finding pages/references during a CPA exam to confirm your answers are correct
The key is to do it yourself – not borrow one from someone else, as a lot of the learning benefit is obtained during the creation process.
Now over to you…
PREPARING A CPA INDEX WILL TAKE YOU QUITE A LONG TIME. But, this is ‘studying’ not ‘reading’ and this is how you end up learning the material really well and not ‘forgetting’ it as soon as you put the book down.
Then – when you start revising for your exam – you will have a detailed index – in your own words, and it will sink in much deeper than ever before.
Here is a template that you may find useful:
