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2 Papers

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420 min

Total Examination Time (210 min per paper)

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60 / 100

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The CICPA Comprehensive Stage (职业能力综合测试) is the capstone exam of the Chinese CPA qualification, consisting of Paper 1 (morning 210 minutes, 50 marks) focusing on Accounting, Audit, and Tax Law, and Paper 2 (afternoon 210 minutes, 50 marks) focusing on Financial Management, Corporate Strategy, and Economic Law. Candidates must score a combined total of 60 out of 100 marks across both papers in a single exam year to earn the lifelong CICPA Full Stage Certificate (全科合格证). Key syllabus topics include business combinations (CAS 20/33), ECL modeling (CAS 22), revenue contracts (CAS 14), group audits (CSA 1401), KAM disclosures (CSA 1504), EIT restructuring under Circular 59/109, VAT compliance, DCF valuation, WACC, capital structure theories, 2023 Company Law 5-year capital rules, Securities Law takeover triggers, Bankruptcy reorganization, and Anti-Monopoly filing thresholds.

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1Company A held a 20% equity interest in Company B, classified as an equity investment at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) under CAS 22, with a carrying amount of RMB 30 million (initial cost RMB 24 million, accumulated fair value gain in OCI of RMB 6 million). On July 1, 2025, Company A acquired an additional 40% voting interest in Company B from an unrelated third party for RMB 70 million in cash, achieving control in a business combination not under common control. On that date, the fair value of the original 20% interest was RMB 35 million, and Company B's identifiable net assets had a book value of RMB 140 million and a fair value of RMB 150 million. In Company A's consolidated financial statements, what is the amount of goodwill recognized, and how should the accumulated OCI of RMB 6 million be treated?
A.Goodwill is RMB 15 million; the RMB 6 million OCI gain must be transferred from OCI directly into retained earnings upon obtaining control.
B.Goodwill is RMB 15 million; the RMB 6 million OCI gain is retained in other comprehensive income and cannot be reclassified to profit or loss or retained earnings.
C.Goodwill is RMB 21 million; the RMB 6 million OCI gain is recognized in profit or loss as investment income.
D.Goodwill is RMB 10 million; the RMB 6 million OCI gain is credited against the initial investment cost.
Explanation: Under CAS 20 and CAS 33 (Business Combinations and Consolidated Financial Statements), in a step acquisition achieving control not under common control, the total acquisition cost equals the fair value of the previously held equity interest on the acquisition date (RMB 35 million) plus the consideration paid for the new interest (RMB 70 million), totaling RMB 105 million. Goodwill = Total Cost (RMB 105M) - Acquirer's share of identifiable net assets fair value (60% × RMB 150M = RMB 90M) = RMB 15 million. Furthermore, under CAS 22, for non-trading equity instruments designated at FVOCI, accumulated changes in fair value previously recognized in other comprehensive income must be transferred directly to retained earnings upon derecognition/remeasurement at the acquisition date, and cannot be recycled to profit or loss.
2Parent Group P controls both Subsidiary M and Subsidiary N. On September 1, 2025, Subsidiary M acquired a 100% equity stake in Subsidiary N from Parent P by issuing 50 million ordinary shares (par value RMB 1 per share, fair value RMB 8 per share) and paying RMB 40 million in cash. On that date, Subsidiary N's book value of net assets in its separate financial statements was RMB 220 million, and the carrying value of Subsidiary N's net assets recorded in Parent P's consolidated financial statements (derived from Parent P's original acquisition from a third party) was RMB 260 million (including RMB 20 million of goodwill originally recognized by Group P). In Subsidiary M's individual financial statements, what is the initial investment cost of the long-term equity investment, and what is the accounting adjustment to equity?
A.Initial investment cost is RMB 440 million (fair value of consideration); Capital Reserve is credited by RMB 350 million.
B.Initial investment cost is RMB 260 million; Capital Reserve (share premium) is credited by RMB 170 million.
C.Initial investment cost is RMB 220 million; Capital Reserve is credited by RMB 130 million.
D.Initial investment cost is RMB 240 million (excluding goodwill); Capital Reserve is credited by RMB 150 million.
Explanation: Under CAS 20 (Business Combinations Under Common Control), the initial cost of a long-term equity investment acquired under common control is determined by the acquirer's share of the carrying value of the acquiree's net assets in the ultimate controlling party's consolidated financial statements, including any goodwill originally recognized by the ultimate controlling party. Therefore, the initial cost is 100% × RMB 260 million = RMB 260 million. The difference between the initial cost (RMB 260 million) and the total carrying value of consideration given (par value of shares issued RMB 50 million + cash paid RMB 40 million = RMB 90 million) is credited to Capital Reserve (share premium): RMB 260M - RMB 90M = RMB 170 million.
3Private Enterprise X (which has a viable operating business) plans to go public through a reverse takeover. Listed Shell Company Y (which has net assets consisting solely of RMB 10 million in cash and public listing status, but no active operations) issues 120 million shares to the shareholders of Enterprise X in exchange for 100% of Enterprise X's equity. Following the transaction, Enterprise X's shareholders hold 75% of Company Y's voting rights. As the lead engagement auditor evaluating the accounting treatment, which determination is correct under CAS 20 and CSA 1211?
A.The transaction constitutes a standard reverse acquisition under CAS 20; Company Y must recognize goodwill based on the excess of the deemed consideration over the fair value of Enterprise X's net assets.
B.Company Y is the accounting acquirer because it issued the shares; Enterprise X's assets must be revalued to fair value in the consolidated financial statements.
C.Because legal acquiree Company Y does not constitute a business, the transaction cannot be accounted for as a business combination; Enterprise X is treated as issuing shares to acquire Company Y's net assets and listing status, with no goodwill recognized and listing expenses expensed or charged to equity.
D.The transaction is treated as a combination under common control because both entities become part of the same corporate group upon closing.
Explanation: Under the Ministry of Finance Accounting Standards Interpretation No. 4 and CAS 20, if a non-listed operating company acquires a listed shell company whose assets consist solely of cash or cash equivalents and do not meet the definition of a 'business', the transaction is not a business combination. Instead, it is treated as a share-based payment / asset acquisition in substance: the non-listed company issues shares to acquire the net assets and public listing status of the shell company. No goodwill can be recognized; any excess of the fair value of the consideration deemed given over the fair value of the shell's identifiable net assets represents the cost of obtaining a public listing and is recognized in profit or loss or equity in accordance with MoF regulations.
4Auditor Wang is conducting the annual goodwill impairment audit for Client C under CAS 8 and CSA 1315. Client C acquired an 80% interest in Subsidiary S in 2023, recognizing goodwill of RMB 40 million (attributable solely to the parent). As of December 31, 2025, the carrying amount of Subsidiary S's identifiable net assets in the consolidated accounts is RMB 160 million. Subsidiary S constitutes a single Cash-Generating Unit (CGU). Management estimated the recoverable amount of the CGU to be RMB 180 million. What is the correct goodwill impairment loss to be recognized in Client C's consolidated financial statements, and what should be the auditor's key substantive check?
A.Impairment loss is RMB 20 million; the auditor must verify that the recoverable amount was compared against the unadjusted book value of net assets plus recorded goodwill.
B.Impairment loss is RMB 30 million; the entire difference between total grossed-up CGU value and recoverable amount must be recognized as an expense on the parent's income statement.
C.No impairment loss is recognized because the recoverable amount (RMB 180 million) exceeds the carrying amount of identifiable net assets (RMB 160 million).
D.Impairment loss is RMB 24 million; the auditor must verify that goodwill was grossed up to 100% (RMB 50 million) to test total CGU carrying value (RMB 210 million) against recoverable amount (RMB 180 million), allocating 80% of the RMB 30 million total impairment to the parent.
Explanation: Under CAS 8 (Impairment of Assets), when goodwill is recognized under the proportionate share method (attributable only to parent), the CGU carrying amount must be adjusted to include the unrecorded non-controlling interest's goodwill before testing: Grossed-up Goodwill = RMB 40M / 80% = RMB 50M. Total CGU Carrying Amount = Net Assets (RMB 160M) + Grossed-up Goodwill (RMB 50M) = RMB 210M. Total Impairment = RMB 210M - Recoverable Amount RMB 180M = RMB 30M. Because the impairment is first allocated to goodwill, and parent holds 80%, the parent recognizes 80% × RMB 30M = RMB 24 million as goodwill impairment in the consolidated income statement. Auditor Wang must verify this gross-up calculation and test management's DCF forecasting assumptions for bias.
5Company H held an 80% equity interest in Subsidiary K with an initial investment cost of RMB 80 million. On November 1, 2025, Company H sold a 50% equity stake in Subsidiary K for RMB 75 million, reducing its shareholding to 30% and losing control, but retaining significant influence. On that date, Subsidiary K's identifiable net assets continuously calculated from the acquisition date stood at RMB 120 million, the fair value of the retained 30% interest was RMB 45 million, and cumulative other comprehensive income recognized by Subsidiary K from revaluation of other debt investments (FVOCI debt) was RMB 4 million. In Company H's consolidated financial statements, what is the total investment gain recognized from the disposal of control under CAS 33?
A.Total investment gain is RMB 27.2 million.
B.Total investment gain is RMB 24.0 million.
C.Total investment gain is RMB 35.0 million.
D.Total investment gain is RMB 20.8 million.
Explanation: Under CAS 33 (Consolidated Financial Statements), when control is lost through disposal of a subsidiary, the consolidated investment gain is calculated as: [Consideration Received (RMB 75M) + Fair Value of Retained 30% Interest (RMB 45M)] - [Share of net assets continuously calculated from acquisition date attributable to parent (80% × RMB 120M = RMB 96M) + Remaining Goodwill (RMB 0 assuming none)] + [Cumulative OCI attributable to parent that can be recycled to P&L (80% × RMB 4M = RMB 3.2M)] = (RMB 120M - RMB 96M) + RMB 3.2M = RMB 24M + RMB 3.2M = RMB 27.2 million.
6Parent Company A owns a 90% equity interest in Subsidiary B. In June 2025, Parent Company A sold a 20% equity interest in Subsidiary B to external third parties for RMB 50 million in cash, retaining a 70% stake and maintaining control. On the disposal date, the carrying value of Subsidiary B's identifiable net assets continuously calculated from the acquisition date was RMB 200 million. How should this transaction be recognized in Parent Company A's consolidated financial statements under CAS 33, and what is its deferred tax consequence?
A.Recognize an investment gain of RMB 10 million in the consolidated income statement, with an associated current income tax expense.
B.Treat the transaction as an equity transaction: increase Non-Controlling Interest by RMB 40 million, credit Capital Reserve (share premium) by RMB 10 million, and recognize no gain or loss in consolidated profit or loss.
C.Recognize a reduction in goodwill of RMB 10 million and record RMB 40 million as non-operating income.
D.Increase Capital Reserve by RMB 50 million and decrease long-term equity investment by RMB 50 million.
Explanation: Under CAS 33, when a parent disposes of a portion of its equity investment in a subsidiary without losing control, the transaction is accounted for as an equity transaction (transaction with owners in their capacity as owners). In the consolidated financial statements, the carrying amount of non-controlling interest is adjusted by the proportion of net assets disposed (20% × RMB 200 million = RMB 40 million), and the difference between the consideration received (RMB 50 million) and the share of net assets transferred (RMB 40 million) is adjusted directly to Capital Reserve (share premium) (RMB 10 million credit). No gain or loss is recognized in the consolidated income statement.
7On January 1, 2024, Acquirer P purchased 100% of Target T in a business combination not under common control. The purchase agreement included an earn-out provision: if Target T's audited net profit for 2025 reaches RMB 50 million, Acquirer P will pay an additional RMB 20 million in cash to the seller. On the acquisition date, the fair value of this contingent consideration was estimated at RMB 12 million and recorded as a financial liability under CAS 20/22. By December 31, 2025, Target T exceeded its target, making the RMB 20 million payout certain. How should the RMB 8 million fair value increase in contingent consideration be accounted for in 2025, and what is the auditor's required validation?
A.The RMB 8 million increase must retrospectively adjust the acquisition-date goodwill because it relates to the purchase agreement.
B.The RMB 8 million increase must be charged directly against Capital Reserve (share premium) as an equity adjustment.
C.The RMB 8 million increase must be recognized in profit or loss as a fair value change loss (or financial expense) in 2025, and the auditor must verify the achievement of performance metrics against audited financial records.
D.The RMB 8 million increase must be capitalized into the carrying value of Target T's intangible assets.
Explanation: Under CAS 20 and CAS 22, contingent consideration classified as a financial liability is measured at fair value, with subsequent changes in fair value recognized in profit or loss (Fair Value Change Gain/Loss) in the period of the change, unless the change occurs within the 12-month measurement period as a result of obtaining new information about facts and circumstances that existed at the acquisition date. Because the change in 2025 arose from post-acquisition operating performance exceeding targets outside the measurement period, it must be expensed in P&L. The auditor must examine audited performance metrics, bank statements, and contract settlement terms.
8Parent Company M sold a batch of inventory to its 70%-owned subsidiary N for RMB 100 million (cost RMB 60 million). By year-end, Subsidiary N had sold 40% of the goods to external customers for RMB 48 million and held the remaining 60% in inventory. Both companies are subject to an Enterprise Income Tax (EIT) rate of 25%. In the consolidated financial statements, what are the elimination entries for unrealized internal profit and the corresponding deferred tax asset recognized under CAS 33 and CAS 18?
A.Eliminate Operating Revenue RMB 60M, Operating Cost RMB 36M, Inventory RMB 24M; recognize Deferred Tax Asset of RMB 10M against Retained Earnings.
B.Eliminate Operating Revenue RMB 100M, Operating Cost RMB 60M, Inventory RMB 40M; recognize Deferred Tax Asset of RMB 10M.
C.Eliminate Operating Cost RMB 24M, Inventory RMB 24M; no deferred tax asset is recognized because internal sales are eliminated.
D.Eliminate Operating Revenue RMB 100M, Operating Cost RMB 76M, Inventory RMB 24M; recognize Deferred Tax Asset of RMB 6M against Income Tax Expense.
Explanation: In consolidation under CAS 33, total internal sales revenue of RMB 100 million is eliminated: Dr. Operating Revenue RMB 100M, Cr. Operating Cost RMB 76M (balancing figure), Cr. Inventory RMB 24M (remaining unrealized gross profit = 60% remaining × RMB 40M gross profit = RMB 24M). For tax purposes, the subsidiary's tax basis in inventory is RMB 60 million (its purchase price of 60% × RMB 100M), while the consolidated carrying amount is RMB 36 million (original cost of 60% × RMB 60M). This creates a deductible temporary difference of RMB 24 million. Under CAS 18, Deferred Tax Asset = RMB 24M × 25% = RMB 6 million: Dr. Deferred Tax Asset RMB 6M, Cr. Income Tax Expense RMB 6M.
9Investor Corp holds a 30% equity interest in Associate Corp with significant influence, accounted for under the equity method (CAS 2). During the year, Investor Corp sold equipment with a book value of RMB 70 million to Associate Corp for RMB 100 million. Associate Corp classified the equipment as a fixed asset with an expected useful life of 5 years and zero residual value (depreciated straight-line for 6 months in the current year). Associate Corp reported an annual net profit of RMB 80 million. What is the investment income Investor Corp should recognize under the equity method?
A.RMB 15.9 million
B.RMB 24.0 million
C.RMB 15.0 million
D.RMB 24.9 million
Explanation: Under CAS 2, in downstream transactions between an investor and an associate, unrealized internal gains must be eliminated against the associate's net profit before calculating equity method investment income. Downstream gain = RMB 100M - RMB 70M = RMB 30 million. Current year realization through depreciation = RMB 30M / 5 years × (6 / 12) = RMB 3 million. Net unrealized profit at year-end = RMB 30M - RMB 3M = RMB 27 million. Adjusted Net Profit of Associate = Reported Net Profit (RMB 80M) - Unrealized Gain (RMB 27M) = RMB 53 million. Investor Corp's Investment Income = 30% × RMB 53 million = RMB 15.9 million.
10Pharma Giant A acquired a drug pipeline portfolio consisting of 3 Phase-I candidate patents, research equipment, and a team of 4 scientific researchers from Biotech B for RMB 120 million. Biotech B had no commercial sales, no manufacturing processes, and no marketing organization. In determining whether this transaction constitutes a 'business combination' or an 'asset acquisition' under the revised CAS 20 criteria (incorporating the concentration test and substantive process requirement), which conclusion is correct?
A.Any transaction involving the transfer of human personnel automatically qualifies as a business combination, requiring full recognition of goodwill under CAS 20.
B.If substantially all of the fair value of gross assets acquired is concentrated in the 3 patents (concentration test met), the transaction is deemed an asset acquisition, meaning no goodwill is recognized and transaction costs are capitalized into asset cost.
C.Because the acquired assets contain early-stage patents without commercial revenue, it cannot be an asset acquisition and must be expensed as R&D expense.
D.If classified as an asset acquisition, deferred tax liabilities must be recognized for initial book-tax basis differences, with a corresponding entry to goodwill.
Explanation: Under the revised CAS 20 guidelines (aligned with IFRS 3 Amendments), entities may apply the optional 'concentration test'. If substantially all of the fair value of gross assets acquired is concentrated in a single identifiable asset or group of similar identifiable assets (such as the patent portfolio), the set is determined not to be a business, qualifying as an asset acquisition. In an asset acquisition: (1) no goodwill is recognized; (2) acquisition-related transaction costs are capitalized into asset cost rather than expensed; and (3) under CAS 18, no deferred tax is recognized on initial asset recognition if it is not a business combination and affects neither accounting profit nor taxable income.

About the CICPA Comprehensive Exam

The China CICPA Uniform Examination — Comprehensive Stage (职业能力综合测试) is the capstone examination administered by CICPA for candidates who have completed all six Professional Stage subjects. It tests candidates' integrated capability to identify, analyze, and resolve real-world business problems across two major areas: Paper 1 integrates Financial Accounting, Auditing, and Tax Law in assurance contexts; Paper 2 integrates Financial Management, Corporate Strategy & Risk Management, and Economic Law in management consulting and transaction contexts. Content fully reflects the Revised PRC Company Law (effective July 1, 2024), modern Chinese Accounting Standards (CAS), Chinese Standards on Auditing (CSA), Enterprise Income Tax restructuring regulations (Circulars 59 and 109), CSQM quality management standards, and the PRC Anti-Monopoly Law.

Assessment

Question count varies by module

Time Limit

420 minutes total (Paper 1: 210 min morning; Paper 2: 210 min afternoon)

Passing Score

60 out of 100 total marks across Paper 1 and Paper 2 combined

Exam Fee

Approx. RMB 120–160 (RMB 60–80 per paper, set by provincial institutes) (Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants (CICPA / 中国注册会计师协会))

CICPA Comprehensive Exam Content Outline

20%

Module A: Complex Financial Accounting (CAS / ASBE)

Business combinations (CAS 20/33), consolidated financial statements, step acquisitions, revenue recognition (CAS 14), expected credit loss (CAS 22), fair value measurement (CAS 39), asset impairments, deferred taxes, and accounting error corrections.

18%

Module A: Advanced Auditing & Quality Management (CSA / CSQM)

Materiality assessment, risk response, group audits (CSA 1401), Key Audit Matters determination (CSA 1504), going concern evaluation (CSA 570), fraud audit procedures, audit report modifications, CSQM 1/2 quality management, and the CICPA Code of Professional Ethics.

12%

Module A: Corporate Taxation & Restructuring Tax Law

Enterprise Income Tax (EIT) restructuring under Circulars 59 & 109, Special vs General Tax Treatment, VAT deductions and transfer-outs, High-Tech Enterprise incentives, R&D super-deductions, cross-border tax, transfer pricing, and withholding taxes.

18%

Module B: Corporate Strategy & Risk Management

PESTEL, Porter's Five Forces, Core Competencies (VRIO), Value Chain analysis, corporate diversification, internationalization strategies, digital business models, internal control framework (PRC Basic Standard / COSO), and strategic risk management.

18%

Module B: Advanced Financial & Cost Management

DCF valuation (FCFF/FCFE), relative valuation multiples, WACC & cost of capital, capital structure theories (MM, Pecking Order, Trade-off), capital budgeting (NPV/IRR), real options, working capital management, and performance evaluation (EVA).

14%

Module B: Economic, Securities & Corporate Law

Revised 2023 PRC Company Law (5-year capital contribution, director duties, shareholder liabilities), Securities Law (listing, information disclosure, major asset restructuring, tender offers), Enterprise Bankruptcy Law (reorganization, avoidance), and Anti-Monopoly Law.

How to Pass the CICPA Comprehensive Exam

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  • Passing score: 60 out of 100 total marks across Paper 1 and Paper 2 combined
  • Assessment: Question count varies by module
  • Time limit: 420 minutes total (Paper 1: 210 min morning; Paper 2: 210 min afternoon)
  • Exam fee: Approx. RMB 120–160 (RMB 60–80 per paper, set by provincial institutes)

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CICPA Comprehensive Study Tips from Top Performers

1Bridge accounting and tax rules: Always verify the deferred tax impact (CAS 18) of accounting adjustments (e.g. fair value changes, asset impairments, ECL provisions) and check whether EIT Special Tax Treatment under Circular 59/109 applies to M&A deals.
2Integrate audit procedures with accounting standards: When evaluating high-risk areas like revenue recognition (CAS 14) or goodwill impairment (CAS 8), identify the corresponding audit risks under CSA 1315 and design specific substantive procedures under CSA 1330.
3Master the 2023 Revised Company Law: Drill the 5-year registered capital payment rule (Article 47), accelerated capital contribution when insolvent (Article 54), shareholder rights forfeiture (Article 52), and directors' duty of loyalty and diligence.
4Understand the connection between corporate strategy and financial valuation: Evaluate how strategic positioning (cost leadership vs differentiation) impacts gross margins, working capital turnover, FCFF growth projections, and WACC.
5Review Key Audit Matters (KAM) criteria under CSA 1504: Know how KAMs are selected from matters communicated with Those Charged with Governance, and how KAM descriptions must address why the matter was significant and how the audit responded.
6Know Enterprise Bankruptcy Law priorities cold: Understand the statutory order of distribution under Article 113 (bankruptcy expenses/community debts -> wages -> taxes -> ordinary claims) and the 1-year/6-month clawback rules under Articles 31 and 32.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the China CICPA Comprehensive Stage Exam?

The Comprehensive Stage (职业能力综合测试) is the capstone exam of the Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants. It consists of Paper 1 (Testing Accounting, Auditing, and Tax Law in assurance scenarios) and Paper 2 (Testing Financial Management, Corporate Strategy, and Economic Law in consulting/transaction scenarios).

What are the passing criteria for the Comprehensive Stage?

Candidates must achieve a combined score of at least 60 marks out of 100 across both papers (50 marks each). There is no requirement to pass each paper individually as long as the combined aggregate score reaches 60.

How long is the exam and when is it administered?

The exam is 420 minutes in total, divided into Paper 1 (morning 08:30–12:00, 210 minutes) and Paper 2 (afternoon 14:00–17:30, 210 minutes). It is administered nationwide once a year, typically in late August.

What key statutory updates are tested in 2026?

Key updates include the 2023 Revised PRC Company Law (effective July 1, 2024, introducing the 5-year capital contribution deadline, accelerated capital contribution, and shadow director liability), CSQM 1 and CSQM 2 quality management standards, the revised Enterprise Bankruptcy Judicial Interpretations, the 2024 revised State Council Anti-Monopoly Notification Thresholds, and the latest EIT R&D 100% super-deduction rules.

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