Subject: Calculator guides, CFA vs CFP vs others, risk management

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8 articles • 2d to Nov'24 • 94d to Feb'25 • 184d to May'25

  • CFA calculator guide: Best of luck for the Nov exams! For some last minute boost, check out our BA II Plus or HP12C calculator guides for some tips to use them more effectively. Aug 2025 early bird registration is also now open for those of you planning ahead.

  • CFA vs CFP vs Investment Foundation: We take a deep dive into what Investment Foundations and Certified Financial Planner certifications entail, and compare it to the CFA Program to see which suits you best.

  • Career in risk management: If you're keen on numbers, operations, strategy and stability, risk management may be a career path worth exploring. We also compare the 2 main risk management qualifications: FRM vs PRM.

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TI BA II Plus Guide: How To Use Your Calculator Better

TI BA II Plus Guide: How To Use Your Calculator Better

Sophie Macon • CAIA

Your BAII Plus calculator is one of the few aids you're allowed to bring into the exam. So it makes sense to master every aspect, every hack, every trick to it. Our guide will help beginners and veterans of the calculator alike.

BA II Plus guide ➔

How To Use HP12C Calculator Better For Your Exams

How To Use HP12C Calculator Better For Your Exams

Matthew Buonopane • CAIA

If you're an HP12C calculator user, you should ensure you know every exam-related function and calculation method to make sure you're not making an already-difficult exam even more difficult. Our guide will help HP12C users of all familiarity levels, improving their level of mastery.

HP12C guide ➔

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Studying With Coffee: How To Use It Productively For Your Studies

Studying With Coffee: How To Use It Productively For Your Studies

Zee Tan • Study Motivation

Coffee is the most widely consumed legal performance enhancing drug in the world. But like most substances, it only enhances your performance if you use it correctly, with the right timing and dosage. Our guide will show you the best way to harness coffee and caffeine for exam performance - if you're up for the regimen.

Caffeine protocol for exam performance ➔

CFA Vs CFP: Which Is Better For Me?

CFA Vs CFP: Which Is Better For Me?

Sophie Macon • CFP

CFA and CFP. They might seem alike to you - they even sound alike. But what sets them apart? In this guide, we go through the full set of similarities and differences between the CFA and CFP qualifications, so that you can make sure you prioritize the one most suitable for your needs.

CFA vs CFP ➔

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CFA Investment Foundations Program: A Quick Guide

CFA Investment Foundations Program: A Quick Guide

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

What is the CFA Investment Foundations Program? Is it really 'CFA-Lite' as many people say? In this guide, we go through the CFA Investment Foundations exam structure, cost, difficulty, benefits of the qualification, so that you get a good idea of what it is.

CFA Investment Foundations, explained ➔

CFA Investment Foundations Vs CFA Program: A Clear Comparison

CFA Investment Foundations Vs CFA Program: A Clear Comparison

Zee Tan • Career Advice

Got an idea of what the Investment Foundations Program is, but not sure if you should choose the CFA Program instead? In this guide, we directly compare the Investment Foundations Program with the CFA Program, contrasting exam format, length, study time, difficulty, employer prospects, and more.

CFA Investment Foundations, compared ➔

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FRM Vs PRM: Which Risk Management Certification Is Better?

FRM Vs PRM: Which Risk Management Certification Is Better?

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

If you're looking at risk management, you may be considering the FRM or PRM qualifications. But which should you prioritize? There are differences and nuances that set them apart - depending on your sector, location, career path and seniority, one might be better for you than the other. Our guide will help you compare the two qualifications to see which one suits you the best.

FRM vs PRM ➔

Risk Management Career Path: Roles, Salary & Progression

Risk Management Career Path: Roles, Salary & Progression

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

Curious about risk management as a career path? In this guide, we go through everything - how to break in, skills and qualifications required, compensation, top employers, exit options.

All about risk management ➔

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