As a recent "graduate" of Part 6, I would second what Mary Haider had to say - contact the mentor coordinator to get additional case studies, and practice, practice, practice timed writing. I found that almost all the case studies from ICRM gave you the format into which to put your answer, along the lines of: Problem Statement; Relevent Facts; Analysis and Recommendations; Conclusion. What I found most difficult was writing the answer in the time allowed. I practiced heavily on outlining the key points of the answer, and typing for speed. Getting the words onto the screen quickly isn't normally a requirement in our daily jobs, but it is for this exam, so that is what I practiced on. (Two things I learned: using the CTRL key is faster for underlining or bolding than highlighting words and clicking the icon; an adjustable keyboard tray and a chair with arms that don't restrict your elbows make typing easier.) At the actual exam, after reading the three questions, briefly analyzing what is required for each, and deciding which of the two 40-pointers you want to answer, you'll be left with about 2 hours for the 60-point question and 1-1/2 hours for the 40-point question to thoroughly analyze the problem, outline your response, and write your answer. I suggest typing the outline of your whole answer first, so that you know all the parts you need to write, then go back and begin filling in each part. This organizes your effort and gives you a visual clue as to how much you have remaining to write in the time left. You're on the right track - find as many case study problems as you can, and practice focusing your thoughts into the key points and typing for speed. I think you'll find that you have the knowledge and experience to respond to the exam questions, but you'll be glad you practiced the mechanics of it. Good luck. Greg Schildmeyer, CRM Director of Records Management State of Missouri -----Original Message----- From: Christopher Ferry [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2005 6:21 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: CRM Exam Part 6 Hello all, After completing parts 1-5 of the CRM exam in November, I will be taking part 6 this May. I have been studying for the exam, but I have found a dearth of example Case Studies presented in the same fashion as in the exam. I already have the National Pickle Administration example from the most recent ICRM guide for the exam. Does anyone have any old example case studies? I figure that the more questions I see, the more of a grasp of the form (if not the content) of the test I will understand. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Christopher P. Ferry Records & Information Manager ASRC Aerospace Corp. US EPA Region 1 Superfund Records & Information Center Boston, MA List archives at http://lists.ufl.edu/archives/recmgmt-l.html Contact [log in to unmask] for assistance List archives at http://lists.ufl.edu/archives/recmgmt-l.html Contact [log in to unmask] for assistance