Accounting Makes Cents - an MJ the tutor podcast

Tidbits From the CIMA MCS Pre-seen November 2026

In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the management case study (MCS) pre-seen material for the November 2026 sitting. 4 tidbits ab

Tidbits From the CIMA OCS Pre-seen November 2026

In this episode, MJ the tutor discusses some first impression thoughts about the operational case study (OCS) pre-seen material for the November 2026 sitting. 3 tidbits a

Onerous Contracts Bite Back

In this episode, MJ the tutor looks at onerous contracts under IAS 37, the point at which a contract stops being a normal commercial commitment and becomes a liability a

Data Governance: When the System Works Too Well

In this final episode of a 3-part series, MJ the tutor explores a different kind of corporate risk: what happens when a digital transformation works exactly as designed,

The Sourcing Dilemma: You Can't Outsource Reputation

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 fo

Do KPI Targets Actually Make Us Better?

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 effic

Tidbits From the CIMA SCS Pre-seen August 2026

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

Tidbits From the CIMA MCS Pre-seen Aug 2026

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 abou

Tidbits From the CIMA OCS Pre-seen August 2026

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 abo

When 1 + 1 Doesn’t Equal 3: Why Mergers Sometimes Fail

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 str

Studying CIMA When the Odds are Stacked (2026)

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 o

Before You Say Yes: The SAF Framework

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 straigh

Tidbits From the CIMA SCS Pre-seen May 2026

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 th

Tidbits From the CIMA MCS Pre-seen May 2026

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 t

Tidbits From the CIMA OCS Pre-seen May 2026

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

Burning Questions About the Case Study Exams (2026 Version)

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

Age Ain't Nothing but a Number

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 commi

What Resistance to Change Is Really About

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 techniqu

Tidbits From the CIMA SCS Pre-seen February 2026

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 abo

Tidbits From the CIMA MCS Pre-seen February 2026

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 ab