The 20/5 Method – 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week

Stop cramming. Start winning, in just 20 minutes a day.

If studying feels heavy, overwhelming, or impossible to fit in… you’re not alone.
But here’s the thing, success in CIPS isn’t about heroic all-nighters or “going big”. It’s about consistency.

That’s where the BAO 20 mins, 5 days a week plan comes in.  Simple. Smart. Surprisingly powerful.

Here’s why it works (and why your future self will thank you):

✅ Bite-sized is brain-friendly
Your brain loves short, focused bursts. It keeps things fresh, avoids overload, and makes recall easier later.

✅ You’ll make real progress without burnout
20 minutes is achievable even on your busiest days. Momentum builds, and guess what? You’ll often keep going.

✅ Consistency beats intensity
Regular, repeated exposure to CIPS content locks it in. Say goodbye to last-minute panic and hello to calm confidence.

✅ It fits your life
Whether you’re on your lunch break, commuting, or winding down, 20 minutes slides right into your routine.

✅ Feel good, more often
Ticking off your study session daily gives you that dopamine hit of achievement. Small wins matter.

How to make it work:

  • Pick your time → Same time each day = habit magic.
  • Mix it up → Read, watch, quiz, reflect. Variety keeps it interesting.
  • Track your streak → Use our study plan or a pomodoro app to stay accountable.

You don’t have to do everything today.


You just have to show up for 20 minutes.

Ready to try it this week?

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Level 3 Diamond Timetable

Exam Series Module No. of sessions Dates
March 2024
M2 & M3
6
15th Jan, 29th Jan, 5th Feb, 19th Feb, 26th Feb, 4th Mar
May 2024
M4
3
15th Apr, 22nd Apr, 29th Apr
July 2024
M5
3
3rd June, 10th June, 24th June
Nov 2024
M1
3
7th Oct, 21st Oct, 4th November
Mar 2025
M2&M3
6
13th Jan, 20th Jan, 27th Jan, 10th Feb, 24th Feb, 3rd March
May 2025
M4
3
7th Apr, 14th Apr, 28th Apr
July 2025
M5
3
2nd June, 16th June, 30th June

Level 6 Diamond Timetable

Exam Series Module No. of sessions Dates
March 2024
M2 & M5
5
25th Jan, 1st Feb, 8th Feb, 22nd Feb, 29th Feb
May 2024
M4 & M7
4
18th April, 25th April, 2nd May, 9th May
July 2024
M3 & M8
5
30th May, 20th June, 27th June, 4th July, 11th July
November 2024
M1
3
10th Oct, 24th Oct, 7th Nov
Mar 2025
M2 & M5
5
30th Jan, 6th Feb, 13th Feb, 27th Feb, 6th Mar
May 2025
M4 & M7
4
3rd April, 10th April, 1st May, 8th May
July 2025
M3 & M8
5
5th June, 12th June, 19th June, 26th June, 3rd July

Level 5 Diamond Timetable

Exam Series Module No. of sessions Dates
March 2024
M5, M15 & M9
4
31st Jan, 7th Feb, 21st Feb, 28th Feb, 6th March
May 2024
M3 & M8
4
10th April, 17th April, 24th April, 1st May
July 2024
M4
3
5th June, 11th June, 26th June
November 2024
M1 & M2
5
9th Oct, 16th Oct, 23rd Oct, 30th Oct, 6th Nov
Mar 2025
M15, M5, M9
5
29th Jan, 5th Feb, 12th Feb, 26th Feb, 5th March
May 2025
M3 & M8
4
9th April, 16th April, 30th April, 7th June
July 2025
M4
3
4th June, 18th June, 2nd July

Level 4 Diamond Timetable

Exam Series Module No. of sessions Dates
March 2024
M3, M5, M7
6
23rd Jan, 30th Jan, 6th Feb, 20th Feb, 27th Feb, 5th March
May 2024
M4 & M6
4
9th April, 16th April, 23rd April, 30th April
July 2024
M8
3
4th June, 18th June, 3rd July
November 2024
M1 & M2
5
8th Oct, 15th Oct, 22nd Oct, 29th Oct, 5th Nov
March 2025
M3, M5, M7
5
29th Jan, 5th Feb, 12th Feb, 26th Feb, 5th March
May 2025
M4 & M6
4
8th April, 15th April, 29th April, 6th June
July 2025
M8
3
10th June, 24th June, 8th July