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 ASSESSMENT DETAILS

External Assessment by Written Papers (40 per cent of Total Assessment)

Paper 01 (1 hour 30 minutes – 20 per cent of Total Assessment)

1. Numbers of Questions

All questions are compulsory. This paper will consist of 45 multiple-choice questions. There
will be 15 questions from each Module.

2. Syllabus Coverage

(a) Knowledge of the entire syllabus is required.

(b) The intention of this paper is to test candidates’ knowledge across the breadth of the
syllabus.

3. Mark Allocation

(a) One mark will be assigned for each question.

(b) The total number of marks available for this paper is 45.

(c) This paper contributes 20 per cent towards the final assessment.

4. Use of Calculators

Candidates may use silent non-programmable calculators.

Paper 02 (2 hours 45 minutes – 20 per cent of Total Assessment)

This paper will be divided into three sections, each section corresponding to a Module of the Unit.

1. Composition of Paper

(a) This paper will consist of six mini-case study scenarios, each with extended response
questions.

(b) There will be two mini-case study scenarios in each section.

(c) Candidates are required to attempt six questions, two from each section.

(d) The total number of marks available for the paper is 45.

(e) This paper contributes 20 per cent towards the final assessment.

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