Question 1

What is MAS in the CPA board exam?

Accepted Answer

MAS (Management Services, formerly Management Advisory Services) covers cost accounting, financial management, budgeting, capital budgeting, quantitative methods, economics, and strategic management. It has 70 MCQs with 30% theory and 70% problem-solving, focusing on internal decision-making.

Question 2

Is MAS difficult for CPA examinees?

Accepted Answer

MAS is computation-heavy (70% problem-solving) and requires strong computational skills. Topics like CVP analysis, capital budgeting, and quantitative methods need extensive practice with calculations.

Question 3

How do I study for MAS effectively?

Accepted Answer

Focus on understanding formulas and when to apply them. Practice CVP analysis, capital budgeting calculations (NPV, IRR, Payback), and variance analysis. Use our practice questions to build computational speed for the 70% problem-solving portion.

Question 4

What formulas should I memorize for MAS?

Accepted Answer

Key MAS formulas include: Break-even point (Fixed Costs ÷ CM per unit), Contribution Margin Ratio, NPV, IRR decision rules, ROI (Operating Income ÷ Investment), and variance analysis formulas (Price variance, Efficiency variance). Our practice questions help reinforce these calculations.

Question 5

How is the MAS exam weighted?

Accepted Answer

Per the official Table of Specifications, MAS consists of: Management Accounting (57%, 40 items), Financial Management (35%, 25 items), and Economics (7%, 5 items). Focus your study time proportionally on these areas.

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