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I passed the ISACA’s CISM exam on May 10, 2018, and since then have received a number of messages asking about the preparation strategy and schedule, especially from the fellow students. Before I begin, please be informed that my preparation strategy could be very different from that of yours since I was juggling with semester midterms/exams, assignments, part-time 20/40 hour work week and additional responsibilities of CCIS Masters Council. I started the preparation in mid Jan’18 and was very much on schedule until the end of the exam.

Pre-requisites and course material:

Please watch this video by Sean Hanna and make notes/preparation strategy before you start preparing for the exam: CISM exam webcram
Read this blog post by Claudio Dodt: ISACA CISM: Why you should do it and how to pass the certification exam!
CISM Review Manual, 2015 edition*
CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Database - 12 Month Subscription*

* Both can be bought from CISM exam resources: Link

I divided the complete preparation strategy into 4 phases:

Phase 1: Read the CISM review manual (CRM) end-to-end

Timeframe: Mid Jan’18 to Feb’18

In the 1st read, I underlined the key points. This came handy during the 2nd and 3rd reading, where I just brushed through the concepts. I also realized that after a period of time, I could connect the dots with the roles I previously worked on and how I could have done them differently. I thoroughly read the content and retained ~60% of the concepts.

Phase 2: Re-read the CRM and solve the questions from Q&A database

Timeframe: Mar’18

I started the 2nd read in Mar and read only the important content I underlined in the first reading. In this read, I highlighted the content which required further pondering and another read (e.g. concepts of RPO, RTO, AIW). Simultaneously, start solving at least 30 questions daily. Aim for at least 60% in every test.

Phase 3: Re-re-read the CRM and solve the questions from Q&A database.

Timeframe: Apr’18

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Only read the 'underlined+highlighted’ content and make sure you understand each of the concepts by-heart. Solve at least 50 questions on a daily basis and make sure 20 of them are trouble questions. Check the detailed results for each of the exam areas and give special attention to the domain where you’re scoring less (I called it ‘Targeted domain’); for me, it was ‘Information Security Incident Management’ since I never had the first-hand opportunity to work in this domain. Aim for at least 75% in every test.

Phase 4: Glossary and practice tests

Timeframe: 01 - 09, May’18

The CRM has a rich glossary of all the important terminologies and serves as a quick refresher during the final phase of the exam. [Glossary link] I also started solving practice tests every weekend, which I think helped a lot during the real exam. It’s much difficult to sit for 4 hours straight (and stay concentrated) than we think it to be. Try giving the practice tests in different moods and environment.

Tips I found helpful:

Develop a plan before starting the preparation, the exam is called Certified Information Security ‘Manager’ for a reason.
Solve Practice tests every weekend in different conditions after phase 2.
Dedicate extra time and become aware of the rationale for choosing the correct/incorrect answers and ponder about why you chose that answer. [it’s more important to know the reason for an incorrect answer than the correct answer]
Read every question twice, no matter how familiar/simple the question looks, before jumping on the answer.
Consider the exam to be a marathon and not sprint. Become comfortable with sitting straight for 4 hours and staying concentrated. “You can not run a marathon by preparing for sprints'.

Please feel free to comment/message any specific queries/questions you may have. :)

Cheers, all the best, make it rain!

-Shobhit

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Preparation Strategy and schedule, especially just suggest

Pre-requisites and course material: Please watch this video by Sean Hanna and make notes/preparation strategy before you start preparing for the exam: CISM exam webcram

Read this blog post by Claudio Dodt: ISACA CISM: Why you should do it and how to pass the certification exam!

CISM Review Manual, 2018 edition

CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Database - 12 Month Subscription*

I divided the complete preparation strategy into 4 phases:

Phase 1: Read the CISM review manual (CRM) end-to-end

Phase 2: Re-read the CRM and solve the questions from Q&A database

I started the 2nd read and read only the important content I underlined in the first reading. In this read, I highlighted the content which required further pondering and another read (e.g. concepts of RPO, RTO, AIW). Simultaneously, start solving at least 50 questions daily. Aim for at least 60% in every test.

Phase 3: Re-re-read the CRM and solve the questions from Q&A database.

Phase 4: Glossary and practice tests

The CRM has a rich glossary of all the important terminologies and serves as a quick refresher during the final phase of the exam. I also started solving practice tests every weekend, which I think helped a lot during the real exam

Tips I found helpful:Develop a plan before starting the preparation, the exam is called Certified Information Security ‘Manager’ for a reason.

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Solve Practice tests every weekend in different conditions after phase 2.

Dedicate extra time and become aware of the rationale for choosing the correct/incorrect answers and ponder about why you chose that answer. it’s more important to know the reason for an incorrect answer than the correct answer

Read every question twice, no matter how familiar/simple the question looks, before jumping on the answer.

In finally :Main Books

Because the CISM is a comprehensive review of five main areas: security governance, risk management, information security, programs, response management, it demands a thorough knowledge of many subjects. And of course, one of the best ways to glean this information is through the study of books written specifically for this purpose. Here is a list of some important ones you will want to consider.

1. Official ISACA Review Manual, 2018 edition, eBook

Starting first with the most essential, this eBook is easy to access and only requires you have a personal device with internet connection and a Reader

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Having just been updated in 2018,it is the most comprehensive manual available and offers some entire new strategies for absorbing and retaining CISM exam information.

Practice questions that will help you explore the key concepts and review and confirm your own learning.

Knowledge checks designed to reinforce important ideas from the review section

Case studies with real-world scenarios created for the practical application of learning, growing confidence, and gaining personal perspective.

Comprehensive index to help you navigate the review section and find sections with ease.

A great compliment to this eBook is the CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations, which provides sample content and a way to visualize the exam as a whole.

2. Complete Guide to CISM Certification

Written by Thomas and Justin Peltier, this book was designed specifically for enhancing the experience of those taking the CISM exam and related responsibilities. As a result, it is not only a great book to use when preparing for the test—it is a great reference book for the future.

It defines the various positions and responsibilities within the profession and practically identifies the inherent security risks. Within this governance framework, it is able to focus on how CISMs handle tasks, manage stress, and use learned techniques to manage various scenarios. It covers steps and solutions for responding to incidents and even provides quizzes to test your responses. Included at the end is a 30-question workbook to prepare for the real CISM exam.

3. CISM Certified Information Security Manager All-in-One-Exam Guide

Authored by computer security expert and speaker, Peter H. Gregory, it offers complete coverage of every topic in the latest version of the CISM exam in the form of a study guide.

By integrating self-study and expert information, this book will help you develop confidence while learning applicable, practical information. If focuses primarily on the exam itself—which can be wonderfully reassuring to those about to meet the challenge—by carefully reviewing each section of governance, risk management, program development, and incident management. It is a thorough and complete resource with clear learning objectives at the start of each chapter and in-depth explanations at the end of each discussion. Because it pays such close attention to the current CISM exam being given, it has the ability to offer valuable insight and advice on what to look out for and how to succeed. Through this pragmatic discussion, readers develop a more intuitive sense of what lies ahead and better confidence in their test-taking skills.

4. The CISM Prep Guide: Mastering the Five Domains of Security Management

Intended to be a thorough resource for those who must manage, design, oversee, and assess the information security area of any enterprise, this book by Ronald L. Krutz and Russell Dean Vines offer preparatory information as well as a business-oriented approach to success. It has become essential reading for those taking the CISM exam as well as out-of-work IT professionals who are looking to enrich and enhance their existing skills.

Please feel free to comment/message any specific queries/questions you may have. :)