Subject: CFA exam last-min prep, alt quals, risk mgmt showdown

One last boost before you go into your exam hall, and a look at other fish in the ocean
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8 articles • 16d to May'24 • 113d to Aug'24 • 198d to Nov'24

  • CFA May 2024 prep: It is normal to feel some exam anxiety and we discuss some tips on how to manage it best to your advantage. If you feel you're behind, there are a few ways to still finish your practice exams faster and efficiently.

  • Alternative qualifications: For those exploring finance careers and relevant qualifications, College of Financial Planning's Masters in Financial Analysis (MSFA) and CFA Institute's Investment Foundations certificate offer something different to those with preference for more flexibility. Check out our deep dives into each of them.

  • FRM vs PRM: For those keen on a risk management career, quite often there is a debate on which qualification to further study for, FRM or PRM. We outline the pros and cons of each and have a thorough look into a typical risk management career path.  

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Study Faster: How To Finish All CFA Practice Tests By Exam Day

Study Faster: How To Finish All CFA Practice Tests By Exam Day

Zee Tan • CFA • How to Study

When exam day is near, don't you wish you can just... study faster? Actually, you usually can, with a few changes you can do right now.

Speedy studying ➔

Exam Anxiety: How To Manage It Better

Exam Anxiety: How To Manage It Better

Zee Tan • Study Motivation

A little anxiety on exam day is fine, but if you're over-anxious it can start to severely affect your life and exam performance. In this guide, we go through the main steps to avoid exam anxiety, as well as how to address it if you've already got a bad case of the exam heebie-jeebies.

Smash exam anxiety ➔

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2024 CFA Level I Practice Pack

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CFA Institute • Study Resources

Registered CFA Level I candidates! Supplement your studies with even more questions and mock exams, all written by the authors of the CFA Program.

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The CFA Syllabus, Explained With Two Cows

The CFA Syllabus, Explained With Two Cows

Zee Tan • Study Break

Going beyond ELI5, here's how you can easily explain the entire CFA syllabus to your friends and family, using two cows.

Two cows explain the meaning of it all ➔

CFA Refund And Withdrawal Policy, Clearly Explained

CFA Refund And Withdrawal Policy, Clearly Explained

Zee Tan • CFA • Exam Day & Results

Looking to withdraw from the CFA exam? Want your exam fees back? In this guide, we go through the latest exam refund guidance for your exam, what you're allowed to do, what you can't, and what our recommendations are.

What your options are if you're considering withdrawing ➔

Invest in Yourself, Invest Wisely: UWorld Prep

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Credit analyst training with the CBCA certification

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Corporate Finance Institute • Other Qualifications

Full access to 18 courses and certificates. Gain a competitive edge in commercial banking with advanced knowledge, real-world analysis skills, and career confidence.

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CFFP's Masters In Financial Analysis (MSFA): Our In-Depth Guide

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Hate exams? Looking for a qualification to fit around your job? Want to be a financial analyst? CFFP's Masters in Financial Analysis could be something to float your boat.

How MSFA might be a good fit for you ➔

CFA Investment Foundations Program: A Quick Guide

CFA Investment Foundations Program: A Quick Guide

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

What is CFA Institute's Investment Foundations Program? What does it do? Who is it for? How much does it cost? Why did they used to call it Claritas? All of it answered in our guide - except maybe the Claritas thing, that'll always be a mystery.

All about CFA Investment Foundations ➔

ESG - The Fastest-growing Trend in Finance

AdESG - The Fastest-growing Trend in Finance

EFFAS • Other Qualifications

One exam, one cover-all registration. With no recurring membership fees, and online remote testing available.

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Risk Management Career Path: Roles, Salary & Progression

Risk Management Career Path: Roles, Salary & Progression

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Interested in risk management? In this guide we cover what it all means - what the job entails, whether it's a good fit for you, what compensation to expect, how to break into it, and what qualifications you should look at.

All about risk management ➔

FRM Vs PRM: Which Risk Management Certification Is Better?

FRM Vs PRM: Which Risk Management Certification Is Better?

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

OK, so you've decided you want to take a risk management qualification. But which one is better? We've got FRM, and PRM, and limited time. In this guide, we compare both qualifications, weigh the pros and cons of each, so you can see which one works for your situation.

FRM vs PRM ➔

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