296 days until CFA exam. Any charter holders have advice on prep for level 3? How’d you prepare and how was it different from levels 1&2?

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For ppl who have taken or know ppl who have taken the CFA exam, how does it match up with the CPA, serious replies please

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What’s the residual value of failing a CFA exam: please at least show up. So that ppl actually work hard for it can benefit from a lower average.

Just thought about the fact, absolutely no offense

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CFA exam approaching. I’m a roasted fish now.

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Is anyone taking the CFA exam this June?

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Do more doors open if you pass CFA exam? What career paths can you take if you have accounting degree from college and passed both CPA and CFA exams?

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Ouch CFA exam not until June 23... 3 weeks later than last year. Taking away my summer!

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Last minute CFA prep tips? December exam

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Want to see whether I can pass the CFA exam... any suggestions for study materials or books?

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A friend of mine said he wanted to get an MS in Finance. I told him passing the CFA exam would look better and would be cheaper. Agree?

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Would the firm reimburse me for the CFA exam?

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To all CFA exam takers next Saturday, best of luck! 👍🙋🏻‍♂️💪

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So anxious about upcoming CFA exam can't even sleep.

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Anyone ever take the CFA exam past level 1? Considering switching to TAS with CFA level 1 passed to eventually pivot into an analyst role. Also have CPA.

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Anyone else sitting for the CFA exam in June? Now seems like a good time to start studying...

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Best way to study for CFA exam?

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Signed up for CFA exam, but now feeling really unmotivated. I can either work extremely hard for a *chance* to pass the exam in 7 weeks or cut my losses and forget about the sunk cost (almost $1.5K)

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Anyone else getting CFA Exam results today and can't sleep??

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Who's ready for the CFA exam on Saturday? Is level 2 really easier than the mocks? I have been getting between mid 60's to about 80 on the Schweser CFAI mocks.

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Anyone freaking about the CFA exam in a couple weeks?? (Level 2 for me)

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Anyone in FDD at PWC? I was reading about the certifications required and it said that you can obtain a CPA, CFA, or MBA to get past senior level. Is that true?

Just used to being in Audit at big 4 where CPA is requirement. Would be much more interested in taking the CFA exam.

Any advice is appreciated

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How is miles for CFA prep level 1?

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If anyone needs help on cfa exam I tutor all levels. Dm me.

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Are there any lawyers in here that have taken the CFA exam? Looking to set myself up for a pivot out of transactional law and the CFA looks like a good way to leverage industry knowledge into an analyst role.

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If you are also studying CFA exam, can you leave how many hours work each day during weekdays, how many hours study each day during weekdays, and how many hours study during the weekend. Thank you!

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If you are also studying CFA exam, can you leave how many hours work each day during weekdays, how many hours study each day during weekdays, and how many hours study during the weekend. Thank you!

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Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) vs. Masters of Science in Finance (MSF). Thoughts or advice on which to prioritize/ pursue first as a recent graduate? Your experience?

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Thoughts on Mark Meldrum’s CFA prep material for Level 1? Also any general tips on how to prepare are appreciated, thanks!

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You know CFA prep is well underway when you dream of forward pts, forward premiums and forward discounts.

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CFA Exam in Aug. Should I bother? I initially signed up in 2020 Jan because I was wanting to join a hf at the time so I kind of needed it. At this point in my career, I’ve decided to go into corp strat/dev so I kept pushing the exam date back (using covid as an excuse). Should I still study for it and take it? It’s a lot of time commitment and I’d probably not have it on my resume anyway (only lvl 1) . I also paid ouf pocket for it so that’s another reason why I’m on the fence about ditching it.

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is CFA exam hard? Just switch myself from tax to cooperate finance and want to add more knowledge and certificates. Any insights and input will be appreciated!

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Thoughts about listing “in progress” certifications? I am preparing for the CFA exam (registered for Aug) and will also be attending a course at the end of April for another certifications (also registered) which will be granted upon completion of the course. I was wondering if I were to apply for jobs in the near future, could I include them in my resume now and apply or wait until I at least complete the April course to include it in my resume and apply then?

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What’s the CFA studying time commitment per CFA exam? Recs on services/companies/booklets/study methods?

Purpose: Targeting CFO/Controller in fintech

Reference points:
1. S1 in financial services audit pivoting to FP&A senior accountant in fintech. Worked a decent amount with estimates/key business processes (aka loans, securities, CECL, tax not payroll etc)
2. I studied for CPA in grad school. Carved out about an 1-2hrs a day for <7 months less midterms, finals, vacation

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I am currently pursuing a Masters in Business Analytics at the University of Texas at Dallas. I’m in the process of looking for an internship. I have experience in Finance and Strategy along with working at a startup. I’m also pursuing a Chartered Financial Analyst Affiliation having already cleared level 1.

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Has anyone tried Mark Meldrum for CFA prep? I’m taking level 2 in Nov. My hesitation is that I can’t contact them when I have specific questions.

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I graduated from UNCW in May 2021, with a Bachelors of Science in Business Admin and a concentration in finance. I will be finishing up my Masters in Finance and Investment Management in May 2022 and sitting for the CFA exam in August. I am currently looking for a job and would be great fuel for any advice when it comes to what jobs I should be looking at and salary? Thank you in advance!

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So I want to know everyone's opinion on the CFA exam and whether it helps in a career in investment management. I'm 24 and in two minds about it. Advice?

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McKinsey & Company Anyone asked McKinsey & Company to sponsor their CFA exam?

I work with the banking practice. Though I don’t see CFA to directly make a positive effect on the work I do, but it would definitely add more theoretical and financial knowledge.

I see that the co. has a policy if the team manager agrees then they sponsor. So just asking around for experiences. Thanks in advance!

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I'm 23. I'm a FSD in cloud engineering at Deloitte USI with less than 1 yoe. I hold a Bachelors in Chemical Engg from a top 10 college. Some time back, I started investing in the stock market. Now I'm thinking to pursue CS (company secretary) and CFA(Chartered Financial Analyst).

How crazy am I?? Should I proceed with this? Can this affect my career negatively?

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Happy to answer any questions about CFA exam Dos/Don’t , final stage preps and decoding exam scores - CFA institute volunteer/ CFA board member.

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