Subject: CFA 2025 prep, other CFA regs and reqs, career upgrade pack

And some tips on how to get paid more
300Hours CFA Blog

8 articles • 45d to Feb'25 • 135d to May'25 • 233d to Aug'25

  • CFA prep in 2025: Happy holidays and we hope you're enjoying the break. If you're thinking ahead of your CFA preparations in 2025, check out our mega guide on the latest curriculum changes and optimal study order for the topics for each level.

  • Prerequisites for CFA: Did you know that a finance background is not a requirement for the CFA Program? Some of you can even start Level 1 as early as your first year in university. Find out more details on the pre-requisites for the CFA Program.

  • Career upgrade guide: "If you don't ask, you don't get it". That is especially true when it comes to career progress. This week, we share some job hunting and salary negotiation tips on how to do it well to boost your job prospects.

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CFA Curriculum Changes 2025: A Solid Summary

CFA Curriculum Changes 2025: A Solid Summary

Sophie Macon • CFA

The new 2025 CFA curriculum is now out for all 3 levels, with some exams already open for registration.

We've done all the hard work to compare and check all the 2025 CFA curriculum changes for each level, in a simple one pager summary just for you!

2025 changes summarized ➔

What Is The Best CFA Level 1 Study Order? [2025]

What Is The Best CFA Level 1 Study Order? [2025]

Zee Tan • CFA

Here’s our outline of the CFA L1 optimal study order, developed with seasoned tutors and CFA Institute, for 2025’s topics that could work well for your study plan.

CFA L1 study order ➔

Your Best Chance to Pass the CFA Exam Starts with Schweser

AdYour Best Chance to Pass the CFA Exam Starts with Schweser

Kaplan Schweser • Prep Providers

CFA candidates who use Schweser are more likely to pass because our study packages include quality study tools, expert guidance, and PassProtection.

Choose Your Study Package ➔

What Is The Best CFA Level 2 Study Order? [2025]

What Is The Best CFA Level 2 Study Order? [2025]

Zee Tan • CFA

Is sticking to the CFA Institute study order the best way to prepare for your CFA L2? Here's our optimal study order that's worked best for passing candidates.

CFA L2 study order ➔

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What's The Best CFA Level 3 Study Order? [2025]

Zee Tan • CFA

Given the different topic areas in CFA L3, and the recent changes and pathways, which is now the best CFA L3 study topic order? Our guide has been updated to include the latest changes.

CFA L3 study order ➔

Unlock Your Learning Style for CFA Success

AdUnlock Your Learning Style for CFA Success

UWorld CFA Prep • Prep Providers

Discover your learning style (visual, auditory, reading/writing, kinesthetic) & tailor CFA study methods. Boost comprehension & exam success!

Discover Your Learning Style ➔

Credit analyst training with the CBCA certification

AdCredit analyst training with the CBCA certification

Corporate Finance Institute • Other Qualifications

Full access to 18 courses and certificates. Gain a competitive edge in commercial banking with advanced knowledge, real-world analysis skills, and career confidence.

Special rate with MYCBCA10 ➔

Should I Be Taking The CFA Without Finance Background?

Should I Be Taking The CFA Without Finance Background?

Zee Tan • Career Advice

Can you sit for the CFA exams without a financial background? Not only is it possible, but you might actually fare better in some levels. Our guide looks into how that works, and how you can use that to your advantage.

CFA without prior finance knowledge ➔

CFA Requirements: How To Become A CFA Charterholder

CFA Requirements: How To Become A CFA Charterholder

Zee Tan • CFA

Besides the exams, what are the other requirements to becoming a CFA charterholder? In this guide, we go through the entire list, including fees, work experience and sponsors.

CFA charterholder requirements ➔

CESGA, ESRS Compliant & Integrated into the HKMA Framework

AdCESGA, ESRS Compliant & Integrated into the HKMA Framework

EFFAS • Other Qualifications

CESGA now the first certification accredited by EFRAG as ESRS Compliant and integrated into the HKMA framework

Learn More ➔

8 Effective Job Hunting Tips For 2025

8 Effective Job Hunting Tips For 2025

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Looking for a new role? Here's what you need to know if you're on the lookout in this coming year.

Tips for your next job-hunt ➔

6 Useful Salary Negotiation Tips You Must Know

6 Useful Salary Negotiation Tips You Must Know

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Salary negotiation might be the skill that makes the most difference to the final compensation amount you end up with. It's a skill that is chronically under-invested, so a little learning and practice will get you absolutely miles ahead of the pack.

Develop salary negotitation skills ➔

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