How tough is the CFA exam? What are important preparation tips for the CFA exam?

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A  Kaushik
8 years ago
If one has finance or accounting background with few years of experience, passing CFA is not that difficult. CFA is not accounting or finance programme but the curriculum covers this area as a foundation for investment analysis. Valuation of different asset classes requires some knowledge of account

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It is a wise idea to take as many timed sample exams (corrected for a score) as time allows periodically throughout the study period.

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2 years ago

The CFA exam is known to be tough, and passing it requires a serious commitment to following a structured study plan. According to the CFA Institute, the average annual pass rate over the last 10 years for the CFA Level I exam has been 44%, and the recommended study time is about 300 hours. Here are

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No, there is no age limit to take the CFA Level 3 exam. However, students should have completed their graduation and fulfil other exam criteria. 

The following are the instructions for CFA exam admit card:

  • The details mentioned on the admit card should be correct
  • Arrive the exam centre at least an hour before the exam
  • The details should march the ones mentioned in the passport

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CFA exam is conducted four times a year. It is conducted in the months of February, May, August and November. 

Students looking for global investment management courses, CFA is the best choice. CFA offers higher salaries, and CA is best for students looking to build a career in taxation and auditing in India. Top tier MBA excel in corporate leadership and networking. 

Candidates who are interested in investment analysis and portfolio management, want a global career or are ready to invest in further exams can opt for CFA. But if they wnat accounting and auditing, want a strong domestic career base and also value wide options of career options they can go for CA.

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