I am currently a senior and I expect to join an investment bank (recruited FT) that is never discussed on this site.
All my prior internship experience has been in credit and I would like to work in the public fixed income world.
I want to complete the CFA exam by the end of my first year as an analyst and complete level 1 by the time I graduate. What is the best resource (paid and unpaid) to do so? I am seeing mixed opinions online.
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some recommended resources for preparing for the CFA Level 1 exam:
Paid Resources:
Schweser Practice Tests:
Fitch Learning or The Economist:
Unpaid Resources:
Flashcards:
CFA Institute Practice Exam:
Study Tips:
Consistent Study Schedule:
Focus on Weak Areas:
Utilize Downtime:
By combining these resources and strategies, you can effectively prepare for the CFA Level 1 exam and achieve your goal of completing it by the time you graduate. Good luck!
Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/asset-management/how-long-did-you-all-study-for-the-cfa-level-one?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/how-to-fail-the-cfar-level-2-exam?customgpt=1, What Distinction is Better - CFA®, MBA, or CAIA?, CFA vs Self Study, CFA Prep Materials - starting now for June 2020
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