Subject: FRM exam starter pack, CFA practice package, exam wellness

Some study game-changers this week
300Hours CFA Blog

8 articles • 58d to May'24 • 155d to Aug'24 • 240d to Nov'24

  • FRM in 2024: August registration is now open and the early registration deadline is 30th April. For those who want to squeeze into May's exam, final registration is 31st March. We discuss the latest FRM passing scores and fees for those who are curious.

  • CFA practice question strategy by level: We often get asked about where best to get practice questions: CFA Institute themselves or third party prep providers. With the recently launched Practice Pack by CFA Institute (Level 1 for now), the game has changed slightly and we provide an updated strategy for each level to maximize your learning.

  • Learning to rest and relax: Juggling work, life and studying can feel like a constant struggle at times. We cover ways to manage stress better and include some of our favorite finance movies to destress too. 

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FRM Exam: Our Financial Risk Manager Certification Guide

FRM Exam: Our Financial Risk Manager Certification Guide

Sophie Macon • FRM

Want to know more about FRM and whether it's worth it for you? In our guide, we go through what it means to be a FRM candidate and charterholder, plus what sitting for the exam entails in terms of time and cost. We also go through an overview of what you're in for, and what benefits you'll enjoy.

All about FRM ➔

FRM Minimum Passing Score: Our Best Estimates So Far

FRM Minimum Passing Score: Our Best Estimates So Far

Sophie Macon • FRM

How diffficult is it to pass the FRM exam? In this guide, we go through the latest passing scores for the FRM exams and compare it to our historical estimates.

FRM estimated passing scores ➔

Give Yourself the Best Chance to Pass the CFA Exam

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Kaplan Schweser • Prep Providers

Schweser’s all-inclusive CFA Study Packages combine quality study tools and expert guidance to produce superior success rates for candidates like you.

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2024 CFA Level I Practice Pack

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CFA Institute • Study Resources

Registered CFA Level I candidates! Supplement your studies with even more questions and mock exams, all written by the authors of the CFA Program.

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FRM Fees: What

FRM Fees: What's The Total Cost? A Solid Estimate

Sophie Macon • FRM

What is the full cost of the FRM exam? When you look it up, you usually just get exam fees, but the cost runs beyond that - including third party prep costs. In this guide, we tot up the full cost so that you have a good idea of what you're in for.

Full cost of FRM exams ➔

9 Insider Tips To Pass CFA Level 2 In 4 Months

9 Insider Tips To Pass CFA Level 2 In 4 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

CFA Level 2 is commonly regarded as the hardest CFA level. But not only is it possible to pass it, but it's possible to pass it with only 4 months study. In this guide, we get the full suite of advice and tips from candidates that have successfully done it.

CFA L2 tips ➔

Don’t Study With Outdated Content

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UWorld CFA Prep • Prep Providers

Master the CFA Exam with UWorld's expertly-crafted, up-to-date question bank. Experience the difference.

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Credit analyst training with the CBCA certification

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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.

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Which CFA Question Bank Is Better? CFA Institute Vs Prep Providers

Which CFA Question Bank Is Better? CFA Institute Vs Prep Providers

Neil Harkness • CFA • How to Study

Which provider, be it third party or CFAI, holds the title of the best producer of CFA question banks? In the course of writing all our guides, we've tested pretty much all of them, and in this guide we compare, contrast, and conclude on the best.

Best CFA Qbanks ➔

Top 12 Best Finance Movies For CFA Candidates

Top 12 Best Finance Movies For CFA Candidates

mikey • Study Break

Here it is - the best 12 finance movies embodying the perfect blend of entertainment and education.

12 finance films that'll teach you something too ➔

ESG - The Fastest-growing Trend in Finance

AdESG - The Fastest-growing Trend in Finance

EFFAS • Other Qualifications

One exam, one cover-all registration. With no recurring membership fees, and online remote testing available.

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How To Balance Work, Study And Family: 5 Valuable Tips

How To Balance Work, Study And Family: 5 Valuable Tips

Sophie Macon • Study Motivation

When you're working full tilt on your financial exams, how do you fit in work and relationships too? It's doable - here's how to start right, and maintain it.

How to balance study, work, family and friends ➔

6 Effective Ways To Manage Stress While Studying

6 Effective Ways To Manage Stress While Studying

Zee Tan • Study Motivation

Study and stress - they sometimes seem to be inseparable. Stress, however, can be beneficial, and excess stress (which is bad) can be managed. In this guide, we'll cover what you need to use stress as a motivator, and manage it when it gets detrimental to you or your pass chances.

How to manage exam stress ➔

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