The Own Figure Rule means that if you make an error earlier in a question, you can still receive marks for correctly using your own incorrect figure in later calculations. Read the blog for examples and more detail.

The ACCA SBL pre-seen gives you a valuable head start before the exam. It helps you understand the organisation and the commercial environment you’ll be working in. That doesn’t mean every way of using the pre-seen is helpful. Some preparation techniques feel productive, but they can actually make it harder to perform well on exam day. The SBL exam is designed to test your ability to respond to new information, so flexibility is just as important as preparation. Here are some common mistakes to avoid.

The ACCA SBL pre-seen document is one of the most important resources you’ll receive before your Strategic Business Leader (SBL) exam. It gives you an early understanding of the organisation, the industry it operates in and the commercial challenges it faces. That understanding becomes incredibly valuable when the exam introduces new information and asks you to make professional judgements.