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EXACTLI — ExAC Prep Market Research Survey

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Question 1 of 15

What best describes your current status? 

A

Intern architect

B

M.Arch graduate, not yet registered as an intern

C

M.Arch student currently enrolled

D

Architect already licensed

E

Other

Question 2 of 15

In which province or region are you currently practicing or studying? 

A

Quebec

B

Ontario

C

British Columbia

D

Alberta

E

Manitoba / Saskatchewan

F

Atlantic Canada

G

Outside Canada

H

Other

Question 3 of 15

When do you plan to take (or retake) the ExAC? 

A

This year (2026)

B

Next year (2027)

C

In 2–3 years

D

I have already passed some sections

E

Not sure yet

Question 4 of 15

Have you previously attempted the ExAC? If yes, which section(s) have you passed or failed? 

Question 5 of 15

How do you currently plan to prepare for the ExAC? 

A

Self-study, alone

B

Self-study with a peer group

C

Structured online course (videos, notes, quizzes)

D

Live group webinars or workshops

E

1-on-1 coaching with an experienced architect

F

A combination of the above

Question 6 of 15

Realistically, how many hours per week can you dedicate to ExAC prep? 

A

Less than 5 hours

B

5–10 hours

C

10–15 hours

D

15–20 hours

E

More than 20 hours

Question 7 of 15

Have you used, considered, or heard of any of the following platforms, institutions, organizations, or individuals that help interns prepare for the ExAC? 

(Select all that apply)
A

SimplyExam

B

OAA-led prep sessions

C

OAQ-led prep sessions

D

RAIC resources

E

University-led prep (e.g., McGill, UdeM, UofT continuing ed)

F

Independent tutors / private coaches

G

Study groups organized through your firm

H

None of the above

Question 8 of 15

What is your single biggest challenge in preparing for the ExAC? 

Question 9 of 15

Which of the following would be most important to you in an ExAC prep platform? Choose the 4 most important to you. 

(Select all that apply)
A

Expert-led video lectures

B

Full mock exams with practice MCQs

C

Downloadable study notes / summary PDFs

D

Live group webinars with Q&A

E

1-on-1 coaching sessions

F

Community / peer forum

G

Mobile app with on-the-go review

Question 10 of 15

How interested are you in 1-on-1 coaching sessions in addition to a structured course? 

A

Essential — I want regular 1-on-1 support

B

Yes — occasional sessions (e.g., 2–3 hours total) would help

C

Maybe — only if I felt stuck close to exam date

D

No — group support is enough for me

Question 11 of 15

What would most influence your decision to purchase an ExAC prep program? Select up to 3. 

(Select all that apply)
A

Price / value for money

B

Instructor credentials and experience

C

Language availability (full FR-QC)

D

Format flexibility (self-paced + live options)

E

Recommendations from peers / former students

F

Free trial or sample module

G

Comprehensive coverage of all 4 ExAC sections

H

Community / peer network access

Question 12 of 15

How much would you be willing to pay (in CAD) for a comprehensive A-to-Z ExAC prep program — covering all 4 sections, 13 knowledge areas, video lectures, downloadable notes, practice exams, live webinars, and community access — with 12 months of access? 

A

Under $500

B

$500–$1,000

C

$1,000–$1,500

D

$1,500–$2,000

E

$2,000–$2,500

F

I would not pay for this — I expect to use free resources

Question 13 of 15

Would you pay a premium for lifetime access (unlimited renewal until you pass the ExAC)? 

A

Yes — definitely worth it

B

Maybe — depends on the premium amount

C

No — 12 months is enough

Question 14 of 15

Would a free preview — for example a sample webinar or a free module — meaningfully influence your decision to enroll? 

A

Yes — I would not commit without trying first

B

Maybe — it would help, but not decisive

C

No — testimonials and course outline are enough

Question 15 of 15

Would you be open to a 30-minute interview, focus group, or beta-testing the platform in exchange for an early-access discount? If yes, please leave your email so we can follow up. 

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