Subject: CFA exam guess-strategies, CFA ROI, alternative qualifications

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8 articles • 79d to Nov'26 • 182d to Feb'27 • 260d to May'27

  • Ultra last minute CFA inspiration and guessing strategy: A first-hand account of passing CFA L2 using practice questions as the primary study method - does it work, and could it work for you? Plus 10 tips for guessing intelligently on exam day when you're stuck.

  • Is CFA worth it - and what else is out there? Our data-driven ROI analysis on whether the CFA charter is worth the commitment, whether it actually helps you get a job, how CFA & FRM compare if you're considering both, and where an MSFA master's degree fits in vs the CFA route.

  • CESGA & DiAM - two specialist certifications worth knowing: For those building expertise in ESG or digital assets, two niche but growing EFFAS qualifications - the Certified ESG Analyst (CESGA), one of the higher-level ESG credentials available, and the new Digital Assets & MiCA (DiAM) course covering crypto regulation in just 20 study hours.

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Do you know this? A CEO sells a struggling company division to a completely separate firm that happens to be owned by their own sibling, omitting this relationship from the board disclosures. Is there any corporate governance violation here?


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How I Passed CFA Level 2 With Just Practice Questions

How I Passed CFA Level 2 With Just Practice Questions

Sam Atari • CFA

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CFA Guessing Strategy: 10 Top Tips To Guess Intelligently

CFA Guessing Strategy: 10 Top Tips To Guess Intelligently

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Why Is ESG Important? Which Careers Benefit From It?

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Zee Tan • Career Advice

You've put in the hours. But does the CFA actually help you land that dream job? We explain how recruiters and firms view the CFA designation, and how it can give you a significant edge in a competitive market.

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Fixed Income Instrument Features for the 2026 CFA L1 Exam

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CFA And FRM: Best Way To Get Both Quickly

CFA And FRM: Best Way To Get Both Quickly

Aakanksha • CFA

The challenge of taking up two finance qualifications seemed impossible to me, at that time, with 5 levels of exams, each demanding an average of 300 hours of study time. Having completed this feat in just under 3 years, I’m glad to report that it is possible, with just a little bit of planning.

How to do CFA + FRM ➔

CFFP Masters in Financial Analysis (MSFA): Our Guide

CFFP Masters in Financial Analysis (MSFA): Our Guide

Sophie Macon • MSFA

CFFP’s Master of Science in Financial Analysis (MSFA) is especially relevant for those keen on sought-after financial analyst roles, who would value the flexibility and ability to study for it whilst working.

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EFFAS' Certified ESG Analyst (CESGA): Our Epic Guide

EFFAS' Certified ESG Analyst (CESGA): Our Epic Guide

Sophie Macon • ESG

ESG investing has become one of the big asset management trends, driven by growing investor demand. If you’re serious about ESG, EFFAS’ Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) qualification may just be the right fit for you to augment your skillset.

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EFFAS Digital Assets & MiCA (DiAM) Course: A Comprehensive Guide

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Sophie Macon • Career Advice

EFFAS has recently launched a unique program designed to equip finance professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the world of digital assets and blockchain technology – the EFFAS Digital Assets & MiCA (DiAM) course.

With the DiAM course, you’ll grasp the fundamental concepts, explore real-world applications, and stay ahead of the curve in harnessing the power of digital assets.

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Answer to Quick Question: In corporate governance, business dealings with family members or personal entities create classic principal-agent conflicts. The textbook expects competitive arms-length bidding, not the corporate equivalent of discreetly passing an envelope of cash under the Sunday dinner table.

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