How technical is the CISA exam?

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Not technical enough. I was able to pass it after studying around 8 hours a week for 7 weeks right after I graduated

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^ yes applying for it when i get yoe

Not that technical in my opinion

That’s a good point tysm! How long did you study for the exam?

All ISACA exams are far easier than you think...

Yes and no... certain domains are closer than others... keep in mind they say no 2 exams are exactly alike

Did any of you use the textbook? Or just do the questions bank?

EY 1 you should do some research on the CISA exam ☺️ all the info is on the ISACA site, you obviously have to pay for the study material

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