u/Prize_Caterpillar_31

I was originally planning to take it earlier, but the only available exam center slots were already pushed out to September, so I decided to go for it now.

I took the exam at a test center — I didn’t want to risk the online option because my internet connection can be unreliable at home.

For preparation, I bought the official CRISC Review Manual, but honestly didn’t get much value from it. I mainly used the QAE database and went through it twice. I also asked ChatGPT for clarifications and summaries where needed.

I already have the CISM, so the ISACA question style (BEST / MOST / FIRST thinking) was familiar, which definitely helped.
Overall prep was about a month of light evening study after my kid went to sleep.