by admin | Nov 16, 2012 | Blog
Bootstrapping was one of the concepts that really annoyed me during my studies for level 1, which is silly, as it is really a rather simple concept to grasp. I just never took the time to understand it properly. I don’t want the same to happen to you, so If you...
by admin | Nov 3, 2012 | Blog
1. The CFA® designation is recognized around the globe as one of the most respected designations for analysts and portfolio managers in the investment management industry. The signaling effect from completing this 3 year challenging self-study program successfully is...
by admin | Nov 1, 2012 | Blog
1. Have you got the required time available to be successful? The CFA Institute reports an average of 300 hours worth of prep time for successful candidates at each of the 3 levels. Can you realistically find 300 hours in your current schedule in the months preceding...
by admin | Oct 21, 2012 | More, Useful Information
The level 1 CFA® exam curriculum is heavily skewed towards investment tools (quantitative methods, economics, financial reporting and analysis and corporate finance). This area of the curriculum carries a 49% weighting at level 1. The focus gradually shifts towards...
by admin | Oct 13, 2012 | More, Useful Information
How many hours do you need to dedicate to your level 1 CFA® exam studies? The standard answer that you will see “floating around” is the guideline 300 hour+ average for passing candidates. I would not put too much emphasis on this exact number however. Is...
