Does the CAIA hold much value if already doing the CFA?

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CAIA is the most useful if trying to work in a family office

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I would rank CIMA higher than CAIA. CFA is very broad. A mile wide of content and material and an inch deep of study per topic. Where as the the other two are more specialized.

Disagree with above; having CFA credential is huge. Only pursue CIMA or CAIA if you’re enjoy studying for it.

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