The MA2 Managing Costs and Finance specimen exam indicates how the paper will be assessed, structured and the likely style and range of questions that could be asked. Any student preparing to take this exam should familiarise themselves with the exam style.
MA2 computer-based exam (CBE) specimens
These specimen exams are kept up to date and are applicable for exams from 1st September 2025.

Please note
Maths tables (net present value and annuity tables) will not be provided with each exam but specific discount factors and annuity factors will be given where a question requires one. Similarly, specific formula such as EOQ, will be given where a question requires one.
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