I am pursuing B.Sc in economics. Can I do CFA?

CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) credential is the most respected and recognised designation in the investment management world. CFA course is about equiping the candidate to help a company or an individual (Investor) makeInvesting and Financing decisions. The roles, positions and scope vary from country to country and we'll talk about it soon. So its all about Investments and Financebut First let's introduce to you what the course actually contains. Here are some jobs that a CFA qualified professional can take up: Portfolio Manager:Under this profile, a person makes investment decisions relating to the money of other people who have given the control of that money in the managers hand or a person who is in charge of a firms asset and liability (loan and deposit) portfolios. Risk Manager:A person who predicts as well as manages the risks that a firm faces or might face in the future. How to cope up and avoid such risks, analysing its effects is the work of a risk analyst. Chief Executive:This profile will make you the highest and the senior most corporate officer who is in charge of managing a profit organisation. You will be in charge of maximising the value of entity. Research Analyst:Also known as a financial analyst, securities analyst, rating analyst, investment analyst or equity analyst is a person whose job is to analyse the financial records of a firm for its clients. Financial Advisory:A person who provides advice and guidance to firms or individuals on investment and making finance related decisions. They help them make the right decisions and direct them to a higher profit making area. Consultant:A consultant is a person who provides professional advice and suggestions that will benefit a firm. They can be internal, functioning within a company or external providing advice and help outside a company. Accountant/Auditor:An accountant or auditor keeps tracks of all the financial incomes and outcomes of a business. It sees to it that no entry has been omitted or entered incorrectly. Investment Banking Analyst:A person who analyses and contemplates all the possibilities of an investment. He directs the investment process and makes individuals and firms aware of mergers and accusations.

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