Chem grad starting a MO analyst stint in a BB GS/JPM/CS- Should i do a CFA

Hi guys, Im from the UK, have very little finance knowledge (studied chemistry at a uk target), did a SA stint in BO, now I have a full time gig in a BB in MO role. My finance knowledge is basic at best, would doing the CFA or at least studying towards it be a good idea to level the playing field with regards to my colleagues who have finance degrees and backgrounds? or any other ideas ? MBA, Masters are too expensive for me. any help would be great thanks .

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The CFA is a great learning opportunity and if you weren't a finance/accounting grad you'll probably get a lot out of at least level 1. Be prepared to put in a ton of hours studying for it though. Also, it's a pretty low pass rate so don't be shocked if you fail. If you put the time in though you'll be fine.

Good luck

 

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