Hi all,
I'm an incoming A1 that needs to complete both of these exams by June 1st. How many hours does it take to study for these tests? I've heard the Series 63 is more difficult than the SIE. If you fail your first try at one of these exams, how long do you have to wait to take it again? What happens if you don't pass them before your start date?
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What was your diagnostic test score for SIE?
SIE is more difficult than the 63, unless you're some nerd that spent his time in college learning about the differences between corporate retirement plans.
Use this site for your easily googlable questions - SIE Exam and Exam Restructuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | FINRA.org
Generally, you get two tries per exam. If you haven't passed the exam by the deadline given, you're either canned or told to pass them asap in order to avoid get canned. Your bank will give you study materials (hopefully Knopman Marks) and I'd recommend crushing practice quizzes and watching all the videos.
Used Knopman Marks for a month for the SIE exam. Scored around 75-85s on their diagnostic/practice exams and passed the actual on my first attempt. Isn't really hard at all: just need to put in the time. Good luck!
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