Subject: CAIA Sep prep pack, CFA study planner, career progress guides

Important guides for multiple disciplines this week
300Hours CFA Blog

8 articles • 1d to Aug'24 • 86d to Nov'24 • 178d to Feb'25

  • CAIA Sep exams: Registration is closing today on 19th August. Here's an in-depth guide to this alternative investment specialist qualification, as well as comparison with the CFA Program, in light of the latter's recent introduction of Specialized Pathways.

  • 2025 CFA study planner: The 300Hours CFA study planner has now been updated for 2025, including the L3 Specialized Pathways. Try it out, it works wonders to keep you on track and stay motivated. 

  • Career progress guide: This week, we discuss various tips on how to get promoted at work properly, and look at how to switch careers from engineering to finance. 

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Zee Tan, 300Hours 🏫


CAIA Exam: What Is Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst?

CAIA Exam: What Is Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst?

Sophie Macon • CAIA

Alternative investments are a key part of the financial industry. A CAIA qualification is a good way to signal your expertise and dedication to alt investments. In this guide, we go through exactly what it is, what's needed, and help you decide whether it's a good fit for you.

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CFA Vs CAIA: Which Is Superior? Or Do Both?

CFA Vs CAIA: Which Is Superior? Or Do Both?

Sophie Macon • CAIA

Financial professionals would be likely familiar with both CFA and CAIA, but which really is the better qualification? Is there a better one, or do each suit different circumstances, and if so, which one suits you the best? In this guide, we go through the differences between CFA and CAIA to help you see if you should choose one over the other, or do both.

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2024-2025 CAIA Exam Dates: Key Deadlines You Need To Know

2024-2025 CAIA Exam Dates: Key Deadlines You Need To Know

Sophie Macon • CAIA

If you're a CAIA candidate, know that exam day is not the only day you need to remember. Here are all the important dates and deadlines for each individual CAIA level and exam.

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What's The Total CAIA Fees? A Useful Estimate

Sophie Macon • CAIA

What is the full cost of the CAIA exams, including a realistic amount of study materials needed? We sum up the bill from our experiences to give you a far more accurate estimate that simply looking at exam registration fees.

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Customize Your Free CFA Study Planner [2025]

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Zee Tan • CFA • How to Study

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CFA Exemptions: A Big Perk You Should Know

CFA Exemptions: A Big Perk You Should Know

Zee Tan • CFA

Your status in the CFA Program may allow you some exemptions and waivers in other professional development areas. Here's the full list.

CFA exemptions and waivers you may be entitled to ➔

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How To Get Promoted At Work: The Ultimate Guide

How To Get Promoted At Work: The Ultimate Guide

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Everyone wants to get promoted, but shockingly few actually know how to push for a promotion, or actively do. A few initiatives, listed in our guide, can get you surprisingly far. This guide may end up rocketing your career.

Get promoted - it may be easier than you think ➔

How To Switch Careers From Engineering To Finance

How To Switch Careers From Engineering To Finance

Zee Tan • Career Advice

If you're trained as an engineer, how do you switch to finance? It's not complicated, but there are some important details and steps to address.

From engineering to finance ➔

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