IGSCE exams are internationally recognised as a marker of academic ability by universities and employers. While these exams are taken between the ages of 14 and 16, they still hold a special value for university application judgement. The main importance when preparing for the IGCSE exams is to initiate a study plan, to reduce stress and anxiety. YCIS Beijing has created several tips to prepare students and their parents for the IGCSE exams: 1) Feedback - It's important to receive feedback on completed work, to know what can be improved upon. Additionally students should seek extra help if necessary. 2) Guidance - Students should seek guidance if confused about what exams to take. 3) Positivity - Stay positive! 4) Patience - Take your time to properly prepare and understand problems. Finally, student should remember that when taking the test to read everything over carefully and thoroughly.