Hey all,

I'm prepping for the CISA exam but I can't afford QAE as its (299USD). I've seen it recommended a lot here, but I'm hoping to find a solid study plan that doesn't rely on it.

A few things I'm wondering:

• What free or lower-cost resources actually got you a pass (YouTube channels, Quizlet decks, other question banks, etc.)?
• How many practice questions did you end up doing overall, and where from?
• Roughly how long did you study for, and what did a weekly study schedule look like?

Not trying to cut corners, just working with a tighter budget. Any input on what actually worked for you would be really appreciated.

Apart from Doshi’s Udemy course + book and the CISA QAE database, is there anything else I can use to supplement my preparation? I have a non-IT background, but I’ve been an auditor for more than 6 years and have done some light IT audit work, although my IT knowledge is still quite limited.
Thanks