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CFA® or CAIA
So I've seen similar discussions started but responses have been diluted by a number of other certifications and degrees thrown into the mix. My current employer sponsors (Picks up the expenses) for the CFA® and CAIA . My role now is more heavily focused on performance analysis and asset...
CIPM vs CFA®
I have done my CFA® last June and thinking about whether to take the CIPM on top of it. Does anyone know how is CIPM materials like compared to CFA® in terms of difficulty and amount of quantity? Is CIPM worth taking ?
Best CFA® Mock Exam
Hello everyone, I planning to take the CFA® Level I exam in December and want to take a few mock exams before that to get some practice. What mock exam providers would you recommend? I am considering Schweser but I'm a bit put off by the high price. I've also found 3Prep but I'm not sure about...
Career Advice, 2015 Grad
Hey guys, I'm looking for some career advice. I graduated in 2015 with a BA Economics and a minor in Finance. After graduating, I continued working for a company I interned with for 2 years (part time while in school). 3 months into that I transitioned into real estate working as an analyst in their...
CFA® Useful for Breaking Into PE?
Hey Monkeys, I am curious if the CFA® is helpful with breaking into PE . I would imagine it would help a bit since Associates are evaluating investment opportunities. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
December 2015 CFA® result
Congratulations! We are very pleased to inform you that you passed the December 2015 Level I CFA® exam. 43% of candidates passed the December 2015 Level I CFA® exam. :) > 70% all sections :) Hope it's good news for everyone else...?
Kozminski University Warsaw (Top business School: triple crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA und EQUIS)
I looked for a master’s program abroad that taught a practical approach, and after some time, I came across Kozminski University in Warsaw. I chose to study here due to the prestigious ranking of its Finance program – it received a high rating in the Financial Times, and – more importantly –...
Passed CFA® Level 3 vs. CFA® Charterholder for Hiring Purposes
Just curious if for employers there is a definite difference between "Passed CFA® Level 3" and "CFA® Charterholder". I ask because I want to know if the minimum work experience requirement is not met would a jump to HF be possible in coming years after passing level 3, and, like most monkeys, just...
Decisions Decisions - CFA® v Certificates
I have come to the point in my life where I know what I want career wise. After working in Technology department at an asset manager and then working with the Quant team I have learned a lot about what I want. I know I am not a big enough fan of quant to try to get my PhD especially if you consider...
CFA® Class
Hoping to take the CFA® I in December, what are some of the better classes offered? Ideally, once a week (at night) that meets in NYC?
Best Career Track for Young Pro After CFA®
Hi All, I've been reading WSO for a while not but haven't written or commented much. Last weekend I sat for Level 3 of the CFA® Exams and feel pretty confident about it after passing the first two levels on my first try. My question for the community is, what career path would you recommend for...
Series Tests and CFA® with No Experience
I am in the middle of a career change from structural engineering to finance particularly ending up at a Hedge Fund. What are the recommended tests/certifications that I could take to not only learn what I need to learn, but also make me look good on my resume? I tried researching the CFA® , but do...
CFA®
Might be a stupid question, but I have access to all the schweser prep books for CFA® from around 2009. From a strictly technical standpoint (ie financials analysis vs regulation), would I be safe starting to use them to study before I fully commit to the L1? Just started as an IB analyst and want...
Senior pursuing AM career - should I wait to begin CFA® process?
I will begin my senior year this fall and am pursuing a career in AM with the goal of becoming a PM. I was hoping to get some feedback on the importance of a CFA® for PMs and for rising within AM in general. I have gotten a lot of conflicting input on this topic as well as whether or not to begin...
Making the jump from Analyst to PM/RM
To those in the field of Asset Management /Wealth Management. I was wondering if anyone could shed some light on how they made the jump from analyst to PM/RM in the wealth management field. I'm a fairly recent college grad, and currently an analyst at a boutique wealth management firm and I'm...
"CFA® I Anticipated 2016" Put that on the Resume, Cover Letter, or Neither?
So I've nearly finished tightening up the resume, and though I have a post in the resume forum as well (would naturally love watching people tear it to shreds for my benefit), I have a question that I want to ask specifically to ER monkeys. As I've detailed before, I'm an "old" coming from...
Deepen accounting knowledge - CFA® or alternatives
Hey - am on the buy-side and want to deepen my accounting knowledge. Ie purpose is to become a better investor and not to collect titles. Aware that the CFA® takes a lot of preparation and covers other (less relevant) aspects. Does anyone have alternative ideas / experiences? Tx
CFA® Level 1 December registration timing
Hey guys, I have a question about the earliest time one can register for the CFA® level 1. According to the CFA® Institute, I need to be in the "final year of my bachelor degree" at the time of registration, which is kinda obscure. I am currently a senior graduating in May 2017. I want to take the...
CFA® - useful for which groups/sectors in banking/finance?
I have met someone who (independently) studies for the CFA® (level 1) with the goal to strengthen his profile, in order to move from his work as an engineer to finance/banking. However, he did not have a very clear idea of how the CFA® would help him. -Is there anyone who could provide me some...
CFA® or other alternative?
Hi, I am 1 year before graduating in Bachelor of Business Administration with a minor in Economics. In the past year, I did a summer internship in a Austrian Bank and am now doing a 6-month internship at the back office of an Energy-Trading company, also in Austria. I am very interested in getting...
Where the CFA® can and can't help you?
As it goes for industries I'm curious as to what others think about the CFA® and how much it can help having at least one level done assuming you already have a decent network. So if you could add any insight for those outside of AM of the value of the CFA® that would be much appreciated. Heres...
Why did you take the CFA® exam?
Hello, I will be taking the CFA® exam this December. After reading the forum, and seeing people talk about how hard work does not equate success, I am starting to have serious doubts about whether this exam will help me reach my end goal. Why did you take the CFA® ? What industry are you in? and...
[Advice] Interested in risk management. CFA® helps?
Folks, I'm in need of some advice from people currently in the industry. I'm really interested in financial risk management and I'm currently pursuing a masters in regulation and risk management. We have some hours allocated to CFA® and FRM (both level I) as part of our program. We can choose both...
CFA® Results - 2015
Today is the big day we've been waiting for/dreading since early June, when we peeled out of the testing center parking lots, burned our books, and went off to get drunk with our long lost friends. Level I & II results will be released via email today after 9:00 A.M ET. Level III candidates have to...
Dilution of the CFA®?
As I'm seeing more and more of my colleagues and friends sit for the CFA® , I have to ask myself, is its value slowly being eroded every year? Last year alone saw over 100,000 candidates sit for Level I. Granted only ~47% passed and an even smaller fraction will go on to actually receive their...
CFA® : Shweser vs. CFA® book
Hello everyone, Can you please share your experience on which materials are better for preparing for CFA® Level 1. I have 100 days left before the exam, and I want to prepare as productively as I can. Thank you!
Rewind - CFA® - is it right for you? + Q&A
In case you missed our April 15th webinar entitled CFA® - is it right for you? , have no fear. The full recording of the webinar can be found below (free for only 24 hours and then it goes into our video library ). Do you want to a 1 on 1 mentoring session with Rick? Click below: SIGN UP WITH RICK...
CFA® - worth it for bankers?
I'm a 1st year analyst in a MM in lev fin and am looking into taking the CFA® this year. I've read a lot though that for banking and PE it's not really beneficial. I would be doing it against my banking hours too. The views of any experienced bankers and PE guys would be really helpful here in...
Big 4 Senior - CFA Level 1 or Financial Modeling course?
Big 4 senior here, looking to make a move to Valuation service line in the summer (June/July time frame). As such, will have 3 months after the end of busy season to prepare for either CFA Level 1 or learn financial modeling course using BIWS or Wall Street Prep . In dilemma as to which will help me...
CFA® kaplan Advice
Hello all, I know this topic has been beaten to death, but let me poke the dead horse one more time since I was unable to find this exact topic. I am planning to take CFA® level 1 and wanted to know how to prepare. I have narrowed down my choices to The Premium Instruction Package vs The Essential...
ANNOUNCEMENT: New Partnership with Learn Signal (CFA training)
We're very happy to announce a new partnership for CFA® training company Learn Signal. From Learn Signal: We are focused on providing professional education courses to individuals looking to progress in their career. We believe that this will be achieved by creating engaging content on a platform...
CFA® L1
Hello, I am thinking of taking the CFA®1 exam in June 2016 and I have some questions. I'll make them short and straight to the point. 1) If I fail the June 2016 exam, can I study for Dec. 2016 using the June material? 2) Are Schweser notes necessary? What about the study documents the CFA®...
PE Job Requirements
I have just started as an Advisory (consulting) Associate in a Big 4 firm in Ireland (age 23). A bit of background on me: I completed an undergrad in Ireland followed by a Masters in Accounting (both in top Irish universities but nothing too recognisable worldwide) I am studying for the accounting...
Signing up for the CFA® , should I use Schweser or AnalystNotes?
Hey guys, I'm trying to get into equity research and heard from an exec that one of the best ways to do this is to take and pass the CFA® tests. I'm about to sign up for the CFA® level 1 and I would like to buy some study materials. In comparing, I've come across Schweser and AnalystNotes....
Non-Target Undergrad to Non-Target Grad to Asset Management
Fellow Monkeys, I recently accepted an offer as a quantitative equity analyst for a large Asset Management firm. My story of getting there is probably a bit unique as the odds were stacked against me on paper and had some major ups and downs. Hopefully my advice will help those who feel the same...
Schweser Audio notes
Hey guys -- I just found out I am going to be a ton of traveling over the next two months for my job -- I am working on L1 of the CFA® (sit in December) and was wondering if anyone would be willing to sell the L1 Audionotes. Don't know if I can justify shelling out 250 for them since I have already...
Does passing CFA® Level 1 and 2 or demonstrating that one is working towards the CFA help with Masters application?
Hello guys, I have a question and was wondering if you could aid me...it is regarding MFin application. If you state that you are working towards CFA® Level 1 and 2 in your Masters application or better you have already passed both levels, will this in any way help with your application (increase...
the trade-off: CFA® vs managing PA
basically, if you were a junior equity research associate and would like to eventually move to the buy side (be it MFs or HFs L/S) would you suggest to start managing your own - albeit - small - PA or venture into becoming a CFA® as soon as possible? because unfortunately the two would be kind of...
CFA® results: who took it?
Passed L1 wooooo...
How to land a job after clearing CFA® level 3 ?
Hi guys , I am into dilemma that few of you might have experienced. I have cleared CFA® level 3. The problem is I have zero experience in field of finance. I have never ever worked as a finance professional. I have worked in digital Marketing industry for last 4 years. I know from everything in...
CFA® Materials: Schweser vs Bloomberg
Hello all, This week I registered for CFA® Level 1. I registered for the June 2016 exam. I am wondering if anyone has used the Bloomberg study materials for the CFA® . I know Schweser is the go to for most people but it looks like Bloomberg's product is pretty strong. You can get either program...
CFA® and Exit Opps for Long Only
I am starting at a 200B+ AUM long only firm as a buy side equity research analyst out of undergrad. Should I be looking into a CFA® or focusing more on recruiting? I'm thinking about possibly joining a L/S (due to background) or event driven fund. What are the names I should be looking into?
congratulations to all of those who passed the CFA level 3
We finally killed that beast called CFA®! Such a relief.. Have a great day!
CFA
If working in commodities which is becoming streamlined and narrowed as a broker / trader, how valuable will the CFA be. Understand its v broad therefore it would provide an in depth financial knowledge and broaden horizons for someone who has only worked in metals? Is it as respected by banks as a...
CFA® Level III Results Posted Prematurely for Some Candidates
FYI http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-07-29… Thanks,
MBA/MIF vs. CFA®
Hello everyone, I am at a crossroads between making a decision between pursuing an MBA /MIF or CFA® . Just to give you a little bit of background of myself, I graduated from a school in South Korea, and worked at a well-respected Korean bank (but only in SK) for nearly 4 years, and then made a move...
Getting a Head Start
I have just finished my freshman year of college and I am looking to get a head start on certifications. I am interested in a career in investments, but more specifically a career as a portfolio manager. I would like to begin studying for the CFA® level one but I do not meet the requirements of...
CFA® vs Actuary level of difficulty
What is the CFA® and Actuary Exam? The CFA® (chartered financial analyst) exam is designed to test the competence and integrity of financial analysts. This is a 3 level exam, with the first level testing basic knowledge and comprehensions questions on investments, the second emphasizing complex...
Webinar Rewind - A Look Across Industries - IB, S&T, AM or MBA vs. CFA?...which is right for you? + Q&A
In case you missed our October 14th webinar entitled A Look Across Industries - IB, S&T, AM or MBA vs. CFA® ?...which is right for you? , have no fear. The full recording of the webinar can be found below (free until Tuesday eve when it goes into our video library ). The powerpoint slides on this...
CFA® Enrollment Approval for non-Front Office Employee
Greetings, I am from a software engineering background and recently started working at a namebrand AM firm as an Associate level 120-130k range coder. During my final round interview with the MD, I had expressed my desire to take up the CFA® , and mentioned that another hedge fund I interviewed at...
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