Subject: Fin calc guides, CFA Aug practice papers, CFA alternatives

8 articles • 29d to Aug'23 • 110d to Nov'23 • 210d to Feb'24
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8 articles • 29d to Aug'23 • 110d to Nov'23 • 210d to Feb'24

  • Finance exam calculator guides: Whether you're studying for CFA, FRM or CAIA, it's worth mastering your BA II Plus (Pro) or HP12C calculator as speed and accuracy is crucial for the exams. We summarized these in our cheat sheets.

  • CFA Aug practice papers: During the practice season, we discuss how many mock exams and target scores to aim for, as well as some tips to self-grade essay questions for Level 3 candidates.

  • Alternatives to CFA: If you've decided CFA Program is not your cup of tea, here are some related courses which you can consider to upgrade your skills and employability, with a feature on CAIA designation.

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Zee Tan, 300Hours 🗄


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 BA II Plus calculator is a key tool in your exam. Read our guide to make sure you know all its features and capabilities!

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How To Use HP12C Calculator Better For Your Exams

How To Use HP12C Calculator Better For Your Exams

Matthew Buonopane • CAIA

HP12C users swear by it. But do you know how to fully utilize it?

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CFA Mock Exams: How Many Should You Be Doing?

CFA Mock Exams: How Many Should You Be Doing?

Zee Tan • CFA • How to Study

We all know mock exams are key to passing your exams. But too few mocks and you don't get enough practice - too many and you burn out. How many should you do?

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What's A Safe CFA Mock Exam Target Score To Aim For?

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

You've done a mock, and graded it. But what does the score mean? What score is a 'good' score? We've got the data.

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Comic: The 12 Steps To Answering A CFA Practice Question

Comic: The 12 Steps To Answering A CFA Practice Question

mikey • Study Break

The multiple, repeated stages of answering a CFA practice question...

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CFA Level 3 Essay Questions: How To Self-Grade Accurately

CFA Level 3 Essay Questions: How To Self-Grade Accurately

Zee Tan • CFA • How to Study

You can practice CFA l3 essays, but how do you know if you're doing well? Here's some tips on how to effectively assess and grade your practice essays.

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Looking For Good CFA Alternative Courses? Here Are 17 To Consider

Looking For Good CFA Alternative Courses? Here Are 17 To Consider

Zee Tan • Study Break

There are a lot of courses that you can do in addition to, or instead of the CFA exams - some which you can do entirely from home.

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CAIA Exam: What Is Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst?

CAIA Exam: What Is Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst?

Sophie Macon • CAIA

What is the CAIA exam? Our cover-all guide, erm, covers it all.

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