Subject: Last-min CFA prep, CFA reg tips, finance career qualifications

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8 articles • 8d to Aug'24 • 93d to Nov'24 • 185d to Feb'25

  • Best of luck CFA Aug candidates! Here's our last minute preparation guide and how to complete your mocks ASAP to maximize your learning.

  • CFA L1 & 2 May 2025 registration is now open: For those considering the May exams, check out our mega guides on how best to prepare for L1 and L2. And some interesting things we wished we knew before embarking on the CFA Program.

  • Finance career and qualifications: This week, we discuss the pros and cons of a finance career path, as well as alternative qualifications in finance besides the CFA designation that may help you achieve your goals.

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CFA Last Minute Preparation: How To Cram Efficiently

CFA Last Minute Preparation: How To Cram Efficiently

Sophie Macon • CFA • How to Study

We do not advise cramming, but if you're forced to cram, it's best to have a plan, to make sure your efforts are not wasted.

Your plan to cramming ➔

Study Faster: How To Finish All CFA Practice Tests By Exam Day

Study Faster: How To Finish All CFA Practice Tests By Exam Day

Zee Tan • CFA • How to Study

If you're looking at your mocks and not seeing how you're going to finish them all by exam day, we've got the perfect guide for you here. We outline the steps to take to get the best out of your remaining mocks, and make sure you maximize your chances of success.

How to complete all your mocks by exam day ➔

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2024 CFA Level I Practice Pack

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CFA Institute • Study Resources

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CFA Exam Dates 2024-2025: Key Registration Deadlines

CFA Exam Dates 2024-2025: Key Registration Deadlines

Zee Tan • CFA

There's more dates to remember for the CFA exam than just exam day. We've put them all in one place for you, so that you don't miss anything.

CFA important dates ➔

CFA Level 1: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

CFA Level 1: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA

If you're looking for a cover-all guide that will guide your CFA Level 1 preparation from start to finish, this is it. This guide will start you strong, help you avoid pitfalls and set you up for your best chance at passing.

CFA L1 guide ➔

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CFA Level 2: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

CFA Level 2: How To Prepare & Pass CFA In 18 Months

Sophie Macon • CFA

Looking for a manual to help you prep right for your CFA Level 2? This guide will get you going right from start all the way to the finish.

CFA L2 guide ➔

CFA Exams: 20 Things I Wish I Knew Beforehand

CFA Exams: 20 Things I Wish I Knew Beforehand

Zee Tan • Career Advice

If you're a CFA candidate, read this one. Learn from our mistakes. Don't do what we did.

Learn from previous candidates' mistakes ➔

Be A Certified ESG Analyst

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EFFAS • Other Qualifications

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Is Finance A Good Career Path?

Is Finance A Good Career Path?

Sophie Macon • Career Advice

With everything the financial industry has gone through in recent times, is a career in finance still as worthy of the hype? We weigh the current facts to help you see.

Finance, reevaluated ➔

Looking For Good CFA Alternative Courses? Here Are 18 To Consider

Looking For Good CFA Alternative Courses? Here Are 18 To Consider

Zee Tan • Study Break

What are the alternatives to the CFA exams? There are some that might suit you better, including some that can be taken in shorter timelines, or even taken at home. Here is our shortlist.

Our shortlist of CFA alternatives ➔

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